2 Chronicles 15:14
2 Chronicles 15:14 in Multiple Translations
They took an oath to the LORD with a loud voice, with shouting, trumpets, and rams’ horns.
And they sware unto the LORD with a loud voice, and with shouting, and with trumpets, and with cornets.
And they sware unto Jehovah with a loud voice, and with shouting, and with trumpets, and with cornets.
And they made an oath to the Lord, with a loud voice, sounding wind-instruments and horns.
They declared their oath with a loud shout, accompanied by trumpets and blasts from rams' horns.
And they sware vnto the Lord with a loude voyce, and with shouting and with trumpets, and with cornets.
And they swear to Jehovah with a loud voice, and with shouting, and with trumpets, and with cornets,
They swore to the LORD with a loud voice, with shouting, with trumpets, and with cornets.
And they swore to the LORD with a loud voice, and with shouting, and with trumpets, and with cornets.
And they swore to the Lord with a loud voice with joyful shouting, and with sound of trumpet, and sound of comets,
They shouted and blew trumpets and other horns while they solemnly promised to do that.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Chronicles 15:14
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2 Chronicles 15:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּשָּֽׁבְעוּ֙
לַ/יהוָ֔ה
בְּ/ק֥וֹל
גָּד֖וֹל
וּ/בִ/תְרוּעָ֑ה
וּ/בַ/חֲצֹצְר֖וֹת
וּ/בְ/שׁוֹפָרֽוֹת
וַ/יִּשָּֽׁבְעוּ֙
shâbaʻ
H7650
to swear
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3mp
לַ/יהוָ֔ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
בְּ/ק֥וֹל
qôwl
H6963
voice
Prep | N-ms
גָּד֖וֹל
gâdôwl
H1419
Great (Sea)
Adj
וּ/בִ/תְרוּעָ֑ה
tᵉrûwʻâh
H8643
shout
Conj | Prep | N-fs
וּ/בַ/חֲצֹצְר֖וֹת
chătsôtsᵉrâh
H2689
trumpet
Conj | Prep | N-fp
וּ/בְ/שׁוֹפָרֽוֹת
shôwphâr
H7782
trumpet
Conj | Prep | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 15:14
וַ/יִּשָּֽׁבְעוּ֙
shâbaʻ
H7650
"to swear"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to swear an oath, like making a promise or vow. In the Bible, it is used when someone is making a serious promise, often with God as a witness. The KJV translates it as adjure or take an oath.
Definition: 1) to swear, adjure 1a) (Qal) sworn (participle) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to swear, take an oath 1b2) to swear (of Jehovah by Himself) 1b3) to curse 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to take an oath 1c2) to adjure
Usage: Occurs in 175 OT verses. KJV: adjure, charge (by an oath, with an oath), feed to the full (by mistake for H7646 (שָׂבַע)), take an oath, [idiom] straitly, (cause to, make to) swear. See also: Genesis 21:23; Judges 21:18; Psalms 15:4.
לַ/יהוָ֔ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
בְּ/ק֥וֹל
qôwl
H6963
"voice"
Prep | N-ms
A voice or sound, it can refer to the sound of a person speaking, an animal, or a musical instrument. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God's voice or the sound of praise and worship.
Definition: : sound/noise 1) voice, sound, noise 1a) voice 1b) sound (of instrument)
Usage: Occurs in 436 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, bleating, crackling, cry ([phrase] out), fame, lightness, lowing, noise, [phrase] hold peace, (pro-) claim, proclamation, [phrase] sing, sound, [phrase] spark, thunder(-ing), voice, [phrase] yell. See also: Genesis 3:8; Judges 5:11; Job 4:10.
גָּד֖וֹל
gâdôwl
H1419
"Great (Sea)"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something or someone great, whether in size, age, or importance. It appears in descriptions of the Great Sea and the Philistines. The word is used to convey a sense of magnitude or grandeur.
Definition: adj great Also named: pe.lish.ti (פְּלִשְׁתִּי "(Sea of the )Philistines" H6430I)
Usage: Occurs in 499 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, elder(-est), [phrase] exceeding(-ly), [phrase] far, (man of) great (man, matter, thing,-er,-ness), high, long, loud, mighty, more, much, noble, proud thing, [idiom] sore, ([idiom]) very. See also: Genesis 1:16; Joshua 7:26; 1 Kings 20:13.
וּ/בִ/תְרוּעָ֑ה
tᵉrûwʻâh
H8643
"shout"
Conj | Prep | N-fs
This word means a loud shout or noise, like a battle cry or a joyful sound. It can also refer to the blast of trumpets in books like Numbers and Joshua.
Definition: 1) alarm, signal, sound of tempest, shout, shout or blast of war or alarm or joy 1a) alarm of war, war-cry, battle-cry 1b) blast (for march) 1c) shout of joy (with religious impulse) 1d) shout of joy (in general)
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: alarm, blow(-ing) (of, the) (trumpets), joy, jubile, loud noise, rejoicing, shout(-ing), (high, joyful) sound(-ing). See also: Leviticus 23:24; Ezra 3:12; Psalms 27:6.
וּ/בַ/חֲצֹצְר֖וֹת
chătsôtsᵉrâh
H2689
"trumpet"
Conj | Prep | N-fp
The Hebrew word for trumpet, which made a quavering note, is used in the Bible to signal important events. In Numbers 10:2, God tells Moses to make two trumpets to call the community together. Trumpets were also used in battle, as in Joshua 6:4.
Definition: trumpet, clarion
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: trumpet(-er). See also: Numbers 10:2; 2 Chronicles 5:13; Psalms 98:6.
וּ/בְ/שׁוֹפָרֽוֹת
shôwphâr
H7782
"trumpet"
Conj | Prep | N-mp
This Hebrew word refers to a trumpet or cornet, often made from a ram's horn. It was used in the Bible to signal important events or to sound an alarm, and is still used today in some Jewish traditions.
Definition: horn, ram's horn
Usage: Occurs in 63 OT verses. KJV: cornet, trumpet. See also: Exodus 19:16; 1 Chronicles 15:28; Psalms 47:6.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 15:14
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- Context
- Cross References
- 2 Chronicles 15:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 15:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 15:14
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 15:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 15:14
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 15:14
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 15:14
Context — Asa’s Reforms
12Then they entered into a covenant to seek the LORD, the God of their fathers, with all their heart and soul.
13And whoever would not seek the LORD, the God of Israel, would be put to death, whether young or old, man or woman.
14They took an oath to the LORD with a loud voice, with shouting, trumpets, and rams’ horns.
15And all Judah rejoiced over the oath, for they had sworn it with all their heart. They had sought Him earnestly, and He was found by them. So the LORD gave them rest on every side. 16King Asa also removed his grandmother Maacah from her position as queen mother because she had made a detestable Asherah pole. Asa chopped down the pole, crushed it, and burned it in the Kidron Valley.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Nehemiah 5:13 | I also shook out the folds of my robe and said, “May God likewise shake out of His house and possession every man who does not keep this promise. May such a man be shaken out and have nothing!” The whole assembly said, “Amen,” and they praised the LORD. And the people did as they had promised. |
| 2 | Psalms 81:1–4 | Sing for joy to God our strength; make a joyful noise to the God of Jacob. Lift up a song, strike the tambourine, play the sweet-sounding harp and lyre. Sound the ram’s horn at the New Moon, and at the full moon on the day of our Feast. For this is a statute for Israel, an ordinance of the God of Jacob. |
| 3 | Nehemiah 10:29 | hereby join with their noble brothers and commit themselves with a sworn oath to follow the Law of God given through His servant Moses and to carefully obey all the commandments, ordinances, and statutes of the LORD our Lord. |
2 Chronicles 15:14 Summary
[This verse shows us that the people of Judah were very serious about their commitment to God, and they wanted to make it clear to everyone. They took an oath to the Lord with a loud voice, shouting, and music, which was a big deal back then. It's like when we make a promise to God, we should mean it with all our heart, just like in Deuteronomy 6:5. We should be willing to tell others about our love for God, just like the people of Judah did, and be sincere in our vows, as warned in Ecclesiastes 5:4-5.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of taking an oath to the Lord with a loud voice?
Taking an oath to the Lord with a loud voice, as seen in 2 Chronicles 15:14, signifies a public declaration of commitment and devotion to God, much like the Israelites did when they accepted the covenant in Exodus 24:7, and it emphasizes the importance of making vows to God with sincerity and solemnity, as warned in Ecclesiastes 5:4-5.
Why were trumpets and rams' horns used in this occasion?
The use of trumpets and rams' horns in 2 Chronicles 15:14 was a way to solemnly and joyfully proclaim their oath to the Lord, much like the jubilant sound of trumpets in Numbers 10:10, and it symbolized the loud and clear declaration of their faith and commitment to God.
What is the relationship between this oath and the covenant mentioned in 2 Chronicles 15:12?
The oath taken in 2 Chronicles 15:14 is a direct result of the covenant made in 2 Chronicles 15:12, where the people of Judah agreed to seek the Lord with all their heart and soul, similar to the covenant renewal in Deuteronomy 29:10-15, and the oath serves as a public affirmation of their commitment to this covenant.
How does this verse relate to our personal walk with God?
This verse encourages us to make a public declaration of our faith and commitment to God, just as the people of Judah did, and to do so with sincerity and solemnity, as seen in Romans 10:9-10, where we confess with our mouth and believe in our heart that God raised Jesus from the dead.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can publicly declare my faith and commitment to God, like the people of Judah did in this verse?
- How can I ensure that my vows and promises to God are made with sincerity and solemnity, and not taken lightly?
- In what ways can I use my voice and actions to joyfully proclaim my love and devotion to God, like the loud voice and shouting in this verse?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to renew my commitment to seeking God with all my heart and soul, as seen in 2 Chronicles 15:12?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 15:14
And they sware unto the Lord with a loud voice,.... As not being ashamed of the oath they took, and that there might be witnesses of it, and that it might be clear they did not equivocate in but
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 15:14
And they offered unto the LORD the same time, of the spoil which they had brought, seven hundred oxen and seven thousand sheep. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 15:14
2 Chronicles 15:14 And they sware unto the LORD with a loud voice, and with shouting, and with trumpets, and with cornets.Ver. 14. And they sware unto the Lord.] For better assurance. An oath is a curb to conscience; ορκος just as ερκος. With a loud voice.] Verbis non tantum desertis, sed et exertis, audibly and boldly.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 15:14
(14) With shouting, and with trumpets, and with cornets.—See or 1 Chronicles 15:28; 2 Chronicles 23:13. The acclamations of the people, accompanied by the loud blasts upon trumpet and clarion, naturally enhanced the solemnity of the oath.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 15:14
14. shouting] The word (terϋ’βh) is used to denote a blast with the festal trumpets; see next note. trumpets] The word (ḥ ?γητηrβh) means a special kind of trumpet used only for religions purposes; Numbers 10:1-10; 1 Chronicles 15:24 (note). Driver, Amos, pp. 144–6, gives an illustration derived from the Arch of Titus.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 15:14
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(Through the Bible) Psalms 81-90 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of reflecting the beauty of Jesus in our lives. He encourages the congregation to let God's beauty be seen through their acti |
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K-469 Israel - a Prophetic Glimpse by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for believers to rely on God rather than human answers. He encourages the audience to spend time with the Lord, reading the Bible an |
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Exposition on Psalm 82 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine delves into the interpretation of Psalms 81, explaining the significance of God standing in the synagogue of gods as a representation of the people of Israel. He cont |
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Singing the Praises of God by Paul Bramsen | Paul Bramsen emphasizes the significance of singing in worship, tracing its roots back to biblical times when God's people praised Him through song. The Bible showcases believers i |
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Psalm 81 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on the importance of observing public ordinances as a constant duty to publicly worship God and assemble in joyful crowds within the sanctuary. He emphasizes the |
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Nehemiah) ch.9 & 10 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the example of the people in the book of Nehemiah who dedicated six hours to reading the Word of God and praying. He emphasizes that they wer |