2 Chronicles 17:8
2 Chronicles 17:8 in Multiple Translations
accompanied by certain Levites—Shemaiah, Nethaniah, Zebadiah, Asahel, Shemiramoth, Jehonathan, Adonijah, Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah—along with the priests Elishama and Jehoram.
And with them he sent Levites, even Shemaiah, and Nethaniah, and Zebadiah, and Asahel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehonathan, and Adonijah, and Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah, Levites; and with them Elishama and Jehoram, priests.
and with them the Levites, even Shemaiah, and Nethaniah, and Zebadiah, and Asahel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehonathan, and Adonijah, and Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah, the Levites; and with them Elishama and Jehoram, the priests.
And with them, Shemaiah and Nethaniah and Zebadiah and Asahel and Shemiramoth and Jehonathan and Adonijah and Tobijah and Tob-adonijah, the Levites; and Elishama and Jehoram the priests.
He sent along with the them Levites named Shemaiah, Nethaniah, Zebadiah, Asahel, Shemiramoth, Jehonathan, Adonijah, Tobijah, and Tobadonijah, and with them the priests Elishama and Jehoram.
And with them Leuites, Shemaiah, and Nethaniah, and Zebadiah, and Asahel, and Shemiramoth, and Iehonathan, and Adoniiah, and Tobiiah, and Tob-adoniiah, Leuites, and with the Elishama and Iehoram Priestes.
and with them the Levites, Shemaiah, and Nethaniah, and Zebadiah, and Asahel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehonathan, and Adonijah, and Tobijath, and Tob-Adonijah, the Levites; and with them Elishama and Jehoram, the priests.
and with them Levites, even Shemaiah, Nethaniah, Zebadiah, Asahel, Shemiramoth, Jehonathan, Adonijah, Tobijah, and Tobadonijah, the Levites; and with them Elishama and Jehoram, the priests.
And with them he sent Levites, even Shemaiah, and Nethaniah, and Zebadiah, and Asahel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehonathan, and Adonijah, and Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah, Levites; and with them Elishama and Jehoram, priests.
And with them the Levites, Semeias, and Nathanias, and Zabadias, and Asael, and Semiramoth, and Jonathan, and Adonias, and Tobias, and Thobadonias Levites, and with them Elisama, and Joram priests.
With them he sent several descendants of Levi—Shemaiah, Nethaniah, Zebadiah, Asahel, Shemiramoth, Jehonathan, Adonijah, Tobijah, and Tob-Adonijah—and two priests, Elishama and Jehoram.
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2 Chronicles 17:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עִמָּ/הֶ֣ם
הַ/לְוִיִּ֗ם
שְֽׁמַֽעְיָ֡הוּ
וּ/נְתַנְיָ֡הוּ
וּ/זְבַדְיָ֡הוּ
וַ/עֲשָׂהאֵ֡ל
ו/שמרימות
וּ/שְׁמִֽירָמ֡וֹת
וִֽ/יהוֹנָתָן֩
וַ/אֲדֹ֨נִיָּ֧הוּ
וְ/טֽוֹבִיָּ֛הוּ
וְ/ט֥וֹב
אֲדוֹנִיָּ֖ה
הַ/לְוִיִּ֑ם
וְ/עִמָּ/הֶ֛ם
אֱלִישָׁמָ֥ע
וִֽ/יהוֹרָ֖ם
הַ/כֹּהֲנִֽים
וְ/עִמָּ/הֶ֣ם
ʻim
H5973
with
Conj | Prep | Suff
הַ/לְוִיִּ֗ם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
Levi
Art | Ngmpa
שְֽׁמַֽעְיָ֡הוּ
Shᵉmaʻyâh
H8098
Shemaiah
N-proper
וּ/נְתַנְיָ֡הוּ
Nᵉthanyâh
H5418
Nethaniah
Conj | N-proper
וּ/זְבַדְיָ֡הוּ
Zᵉbadyâh
H2069
Zebadiah
Conj | N-proper
וַ/עֲשָׂהאֵ֡ל
ʻĂsâhʼêl
H6214
Asahel
Conj | N-proper
ו/שמרימות
Shᵉmîyrâmôwth
H8070
Shemiramoth
Conj | N-proper
וּ/שְׁמִֽירָמ֡וֹת
Shᵉmîyrâmôwth
H8070
Shemiramoth
Conj | N-proper
וִֽ/יהוֹנָתָן֩
Yᵉhôwnâthân
H3083
Jonathan
Conj | N-proper
וַ/אֲדֹ֨נִיָּ֧הוּ
ʼĂdônîyâh
H138
Adonijah
Conj | N-proper
וְ/טֽוֹבִיָּ֛הוּ
Ṭôwbîyâh
H2900
Tobijah
Conj | N-proper
וְ/ט֥וֹב
Ṭôwb ʼĂdônîyâhûw
H2899
Tobadonijah
Conj | N-proper
אֲדוֹנִיָּ֖ה
Ṭôwb ʼĂdônîyâhûw
H2899
Tobadonijah
N-proper
הַ/לְוִיִּ֑ם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
Levi
Art | Ngmpa
וְ/עִמָּ/הֶ֛ם
ʻim
H5973
with
Conj | Prep | Suff
אֱלִישָׁמָ֥ע
ʼĔlîyshâmâʻ
H476
Elishama
N-proper
וִֽ/יהוֹרָ֖ם
Yᵉhôwrâm
H3088
Joram
Conj | N-proper
הַ/כֹּהֲנִֽים
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 17:8
וְ/עִמָּ/הֶ֣ם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Conj | Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
הַ/לְוִיִּ֗ם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
"Levi"
Art | Ngmpa
A Levite is a descendant of Levi, one of Jacob's 12 sons, mentioned in Genesis 29:34. Levi's brothers include Reuben, Simeon, and Judah. His descendants played a key role in Israel's spiritual life.
Definition: Someone from the tribe of Levi living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.34; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Gershon (H1648), Kohath (H6955), Merari (H4847) and Jochebed (H3115) Another name of le.vi (לֵוִי "Levi" H3878) § Levite, of Levi "joined to" 1) the descendants of Levi, the 3rd son of Jacob by Leah 1a) the tribe descended from Levi specially set aside by God for His service
Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: Leviite. See also: Exodus 4:14; 1 Chronicles 6:33; Ezra 6:20.
שְֽׁמַֽעְיָ֡הוּ
Shᵉmaʻyâh
H8098
"Shemaiah"
N-proper
Shemaiah means heard by God, the name of 25 Israelites, including a prophet in King Rehoboam's time and a false prophet in Jeremiah's time. He is mentioned in Jeremiah 36:12. Shemaiah was also the father of Delaiah, a prince of Judah.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.36.12; father of: Delaiah (H1806K) § Shemaiah = "heard by Jehovah" 1) a prophet of the Lord in the reign of king Rehoboam of Judah 2) the Nehelamite, a false prophet in the time of the prophet Jeremiah 3) father of Delaiah, one of the princes of Judah in the time of the prophet Jeremiah 4) an inhabitant of Kirjathjearim and father of Urijah, a prophet of the Lord in the time of the prophet Jeremiah 5) a Judaite, son of Shechaniah, father of Hattush, and descendant of Zerubbabel 6) a Simeonite, father of Shimri 7) a Reubenite, son of Joel and father of Gog 8) a Merarite Levite, son of Hasshub in the time of Nehemiah 9) a Levite, son of Galal and father of Obadiah 10) a Levite and head of the family of the sons of Elizaphan who were commissioned to bring the ark to Jerusalem in the time of David 11) a Levite and scribe, son of Nethaneel in the time of David 12) a Levite, 1st son of Obed-Edom in the time of David 13) a Levite, descendant of Jeduthun the singer in the time of king Hezekiah of Judah 14) a Levite, one of the messengers of Ezra to Iddo 15) a Levite in the time of king Jehoshaphat of Judah 16) a Levite, one of several in charge of distributing the free will offerings brought to God to their Levite brethren in the time of king Hezekiah of Judah 17) a Levite in the time of king Josiah of Judah 18) head of a family of exiles who returned with Ezra 19) a priest, of the sons of Harim who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 20) an Israelite of the sons of Harim who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 21) son of Delaiah, grandson of Mehetabeel, and a false prophet hired by Tobiah and Sanballat to give false guidance to Nehemiah 22) a priest who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah and participated in the dedication of the wall 23) a priest who returned from exile with Zerubbabel 24) a leader of the people at the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem in the time of Nehemiah 25) grandfather of the priest Zechariah who participated in the dedication of the wall in the time of Nehemiah 26) another of the priests who along with 25 took part in the dedication of the wall in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Shemaiah. See also: 1 Kings 12:22; 2 Chronicles 35:9; Jeremiah 26:20.
וּ/נְתַנְיָ֡הוּ
Nᵉthanyâh
H5418
"Nethaniah"
Conj | N-proper
Nethaniah was a Levite and his name means 'given of Jehovah', and is mentioned in the book of Jeremiah as the father of Jehudi.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.36.14; son of: Shelemiah (H8018K); father of: Jehudi (H3065) § Nethaniah = "given of Jehovah" 1) son of Elishama of the royal family of Judah and father of Ishmael who murdered Gedaliah 2) father of Jehudi 3) a Levite, one of the 4 sons of Asaph the minstrel 4) a Levite in the reign of king Jehoshaphat of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: Nethaniah. See also: 2 Kings 25:23; Jeremiah 41:2; Jeremiah 36:14.
וּ/זְבַדְיָ֡הוּ
Zᵉbadyâh
H2069
"Zebadiah"
Conj | N-proper
Zebadiah means endowment of Jehovah, the name of nine Israelites, including a Benjamite and a priest. He is mentioned in Ezra 10:20. Zebadiah lived during the time of Exile and Return.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.20 § Zebadiah = "endowment of Jehovah" 1) a Benjamite of the sons of Beriah 2) a Benjamite of the sons of Elpaal 3) one of the sons of Jeroham of Gedor and one of David's men 4) son of Asahel, brother of Joab, and one of David's men 5) son of Michael, of the sons of Shephatiah 6) a priest of the sons of Immer, who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 7) a Levite, 3rd son of Meshelemiah the Korhite 8) a Levite in the reign of Jehoshaphat 9) son of Ishmael and prince of the house of Judah in the reign of Jehoshaphat
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Zebadiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:15; 1 Chronicles 27:7; Ezra 10:20.
וַ/עֲשָׂהאֵ֡ל
ʻĂsâhʼêl
H6214
"Asahel"
Conj | N-proper
Asahel was a man in the Bible whose name means 'God-made'. He was the nephew of King David and was known for his speed, but was tragically killed by Abner in battle, as told in 2 Samuel 2:23.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.15; father of: Jonathan (H3129I) § Asahel = "God-made" 1) nephew of David, son of David's sister Zeruiah, and brother of Joab and Abishai; swift of foot he was killed by Abner when he pursued him in battle and caught him 2) a Levite in the reign of king Jehoshaphat of Judah who went through the kingdom giving instruction in the law 3) a Levite in the reign of king Hezekiah of Judah in charge of the tithes and dedicated things in the temple 4) a priest, father of Jonathan, in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: Asahel. See also: 2 Samuel 2:18; 2 Samuel 3:27; Ezra 10:15.
ו/שמרימות
Shᵉmîyrâmôwth
H8070
"Shemiramoth"
Conj | N-proper
Shemiramoth was a Levite musician in King David's choir and another man who lived during King Jehoshaphat's time. Their name means 'name of heights'.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.17.8 § Shemiramoth = "name of heights" 1) a Merarite Levite in the second rank in the choir of David 2) a Levite in the time of king Jehoshaphat of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Shemiramoth. See also: 1 Chronicles 15:18; 1 Chronicles 16:5; 2 Chronicles 17:8.
וּ/שְׁמִֽירָמ֡וֹת
Shᵉmîyrâmôwth
H8070
"Shemiramoth"
Conj | N-proper
Shemiramoth was a Levite musician in King David's choir and another man who lived during King Jehoshaphat's time. Their name means 'name of heights'.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.17.8 § Shemiramoth = "name of heights" 1) a Merarite Levite in the second rank in the choir of David 2) a Levite in the time of king Jehoshaphat of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Shemiramoth. See also: 1 Chronicles 15:18; 1 Chronicles 16:5; 2 Chronicles 17:8.
וִֽ/יהוֹנָתָן֩
Yᵉhôwnâthân
H3083
"Jonathan"
Conj | N-proper
Jehonathan was a son of King Saul and a friend of David, meaning 'Jehovah has given'. He was also known as Jonathan.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.13.3; son of: Shimeah (H8093); also called Jonathan at 2Sa.21.21; 1x27.32; Another name of yo.na.dav (יוֹנָדָב "Jonadab" H3122G) § Jonathan or Jehonathan = "Jehovah has given" 1) a son of king Saul and a friend of David 2) a son of the high priest Abiathar and the last descendant of Eli of whom we hear 3) a nephew of David who like David slew a giant of Gath 4) an uncle of David 5) one of David's mighty warriors 6) one of David's treasurers 7) a scribe in the time of Jeremiah 8) a Levite and father of Zechariah, a priest who blew the trumpet at the dedication of the wall 9) a son or descendant of Gershom, the son of Moses, and a priest to the tribe of Dan 10) a son of Kareah and a brother of Johanan; a Judaite captain after the fall of Jerusalem 11) another Judaite father of Peleth 12) father of Ebed in the time of Ezra 13) son of Asahel in the time of Ezra 14) a priest of the family of Melicu in the time of Nehemiah 15) son of Joiada and his successor to the high priesthood in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 73 OT verses. KJV: Jonathan. Compare H3129 (יוֹנָתָן). See also: 1 Samuel 14:6; 1 Samuel 23:18; Jeremiah 37:15.
וַ/אֲדֹ֨נִיָּ֧הוּ
ʼĂdônîyâh
H138
"Adonijah"
Conj | N-proper
Adonijah was a name given to several Israelites, including a son of David who tried to take the throne from Solomon. The name means 'my lord is Jehovah'. Adonijah is mentioned in the books of Nehemiah and Kings.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.10.16 § Adonijah = "my lord is Jehovah" 1) fourth son of David and Solomon's rival for the throne 2) Levite sent by Jehoshaphat to teach the Law 3) a chief of the people who co-operated with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: Adonijah. See also: 2 Samuel 3:4; 1 Kings 1:49; Nehemiah 10:17.
וְ/טֽוֹבִיָּ֛הוּ
Ṭôwbîyâh
H2900
"Tobijah"
Conj | N-proper
Tobijah means Jehovah is good, the name of three Israelites and one Samaritan, including a Levite in Jehoshaphat's reign. Tobijah opposed the rebuilding of Jerusalem with Sanballat. He is mentioned in Zechariah 6:10.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Zec.6.10 § Tobiah = "Jehovah is good" 1) head of a family who returned from exile with Zerubbabel but who were unable to prove their connection with Israel 2) the Ammonite who with Sanballat opposed the rebuilding of Jerusalem 3) a Levite in the reign of Jehoshaphat 4) a chief of the returning exiles
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: Tobiah, Tobijah. See also: 2 Chronicles 17:8; Nehemiah 6:14; Zechariah 6:14.
וְ/ט֥וֹב
Ṭôwb ʼĂdônîyâhûw
H2899
"Tobadonijah"
Conj | N-proper
Tob-Adonijah was a Levite who lived during the time of King Jehoshaphat, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 17:8. His name means 'my Lord is good', reflecting his faith in God. He was sent to teach the law to the people of Judah.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.17.8 § Tob-adonijah = "my Lord is good" one of the Levites sent by Jehoshaphat through the cities of Judah to teach the law to the people
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Tob-adonijah. See also: 2 Chronicles 17:8.
אֲדוֹנִיָּ֖ה
Ṭôwb ʼĂdônîyâhûw
H2899
"Tobadonijah"
N-proper
Tob-Adonijah was a Levite who lived during the time of King Jehoshaphat, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 17:8. His name means 'my Lord is good', reflecting his faith in God. He was sent to teach the law to the people of Judah.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.17.8 § Tob-adonijah = "my Lord is good" one of the Levites sent by Jehoshaphat through the cities of Judah to teach the law to the people
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Tob-adonijah. See also: 2 Chronicles 17:8.
הַ/לְוִיִּ֑ם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
"Levi"
Art | Ngmpa
A Levite is a descendant of Levi, one of Jacob's 12 sons, mentioned in Genesis 29:34. Levi's brothers include Reuben, Simeon, and Judah. His descendants played a key role in Israel's spiritual life.
Definition: Someone from the tribe of Levi living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.34; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Gershon (H1648), Kohath (H6955), Merari (H4847) and Jochebed (H3115) Another name of le.vi (לֵוִי "Levi" H3878) § Levite, of Levi "joined to" 1) the descendants of Levi, the 3rd son of Jacob by Leah 1a) the tribe descended from Levi specially set aside by God for His service
Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: Leviite. See also: Exodus 4:14; 1 Chronicles 6:33; Ezra 6:20.
וְ/עִמָּ/הֶ֛ם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Conj | Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
אֱלִישָׁמָ֥ע
ʼĔlîyshâmâʻ
H476
"Elishama"
N-proper
Elishama was a man from the tribe of Judah and one of King David's sons, mentioned in 2 Samuel 5:15.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.5.15; son of: David (H1732); brother of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N); also called Elishama at 1Ch.3.6; Another name of e.li.shu.a (אֱלִישׁוּעַ "Elishua" H0474) § Elishama = "my God has heard" 1) an Ephraimite chief in the wilderness 2) a son of David 3) Jehoiakim's secretary 4) a priest who taught the law 5) a man of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: Elishama. See also: Numbers 1:10; 1 Chronicles 3:6; Jeremiah 36:12.
וִֽ/יהוֹרָ֖ם
Yᵉhôwrâm
H3088
"Joram"
Conj | N-proper
Jehoram was a king of Israel, and his story is told in 2 Kings 1:17. He was the son of Ahab and Jezebel, and his name means 'Jehovah is exalted'. Jehoram was also known as Joram, and he had several brothers and sisters, including Joash and Athaliah.
Definition: A king of the Kingdom of Israel, living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.1.17; son of: Ahab (H0256) and Jezebel (H0348); brother of: Joash (H3101H), Ahaziah (H0274) and Athaliah (H6271); also called Jehoram at 2Ki.1.17a; 3.1,6; 1x,6,7; Another spelling of yo.ram (יוֹרָם "Joram" H3141H) § Jehoram or Joram = "Jehovah is exalted" 1) son of king Jehoshaphat of Judah and himself king of Judah for 8 years; his wife was the wicked Athaliah who was probably the instigator for his returning the nation of Judah to the worship of Baal 2) son of king Ahab of the northern kingdom of Israel and king of Israel himself for 12 years; he was murdered by Jehu on the plot of land for which his father had murdered Naboth thus fulfilling the prophecy of Elijah to the very letter 3) a priest in the reign of Jehoshaphat
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: Jehoram, Joram. Compare H3141 (יוֹרָם). See also: 1 Kings 22:51; 2 Kings 12:19; 2 Chronicles 22:11.
הַ/כֹּהֲנִֽים
kôhên
H3548
"priest"
Art | N-mp
In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.
Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)
Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 17:8
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Context — Jehoshaphat Reigns in Judah
6And his heart took delight in the ways of the LORD; furthermore, he removed the high places and Asherah poles from Judah.
7In the third year of his reign, Jehoshaphat sent his officials Ben-hail, Obadiah, Zechariah, Nethanel, and Micaiah to teach in the cities of Judah,
8accompanied by certain Levites—Shemaiah, Nethaniah, Zebadiah, Asahel, Shemiramoth, Jehonathan, Adonijah, Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah—along with the priests Elishama and Jehoram.
9They taught throughout Judah, taking with them the Book of the Law of the LORD. They went throughout the towns of Judah and taught the people. 10And the dread of the LORD fell upon all the kingdoms of the lands that surrounded Judah, so that they did not make war against Jehoshaphat.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezra 7:1–6 | Many years later, during the reign of Artaxerxes king of Persia, Ezra son of Seraiah, the son of Azariah, the son of Hilkiah, the son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub, the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth, the son of Zerahiah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Bukki, the son of Abishua, the son of Phinehas, the son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron the chief priest— this Ezra came up from Babylon. He was a scribe skilled in the Law of Moses, which the LORD, the God of Israel, had given. The king had granted Ezra all his requests, for the hand of the LORD his God was upon him. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 19:8 | Moreover, Jehoshaphat appointed in Jerusalem some of the Levites, priests, and heads of the Israelite families to judge on behalf of the LORD and to settle disputes. And they lived in Jerusalem. |
| 3 | Malachi 2:7 | For the lips of a priest should preserve knowledge, and people should seek instruction from his mouth, because he is the messenger of the LORD of Hosts. |
2 Chronicles 17:8 Summary
This verse shows that King Jehoshaphat wanted to teach the people of Judah about God's laws, so he sent out a team of teachers, including Levites and priests, to instruct them. This team was accompanied by the Book of the Law of the LORD, which was their guide for teaching, much like how we use the Bible today for guidance, as seen in 2 Timothy 3:16-17. By doing this, Jehoshaphat was following God's command to teach His people, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:4-9. This verse reminds us of the importance of learning about God's Word and sharing it with others, as encouraged in Matthew 28:18-20.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Levites and priests accompanying Jehoshaphat's officials in 2 Chronicles 17:8?
The presence of Levites and priests, such as Shemaiah and Elishama, emphasizes the importance of spiritual guidance and instruction in the teaching mission, as seen in Deuteronomy 31:9-13 and Ezra 7:10.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Jehoshaphat's reign in 2 Chronicles?
This verse highlights Jehoshaphat's commitment to spiritual renewal and education, which is a key aspect of his reign, as noted in 2 Chronicles 17:6 and reinforced by his efforts to teach the people the Book of the Law of the LORD in 2 Chronicles 17:9.
What role did the Book of the Law of the LORD play in the teaching mission described in 2 Chronicles 17:8-9?
The Book of the Law of the LORD, likely referring to the Torah or the first five books of the Bible, such as Genesis 1:1, served as the central text for instruction, emphasizing the importance of scripture in spiritual education, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:4-9 and Psalm 119:105.
How does the composition of the teaching team in 2 Chronicles 17:8 reflect the value of collaboration in ministry?
The team, comprising officials, Levites, and priests, demonstrates the value of diverse gifts and roles working together in ministry, as encouraged in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 and exemplified in the early church in Acts 6:1-7.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can prioritize spiritual education and growth in my own life, just as Jehoshaphat did in his kingdom?
- How can I collaborate with others in my church or community to advance the cause of spiritual instruction and renewal?
- What are some key scriptures, such as Psalm 119:105, that have guided my own spiritual journey, and how can I share them with others?
- In what ways can I support and pray for those involved in teaching and ministry, that they may be effective in their roles, as seen in Ephesians 6:18-20?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 17:8
And with them he sent Levites,.... With the five princes he sent nine Levites: even Shemaiah, and Nethaniah, and Zebadiah, and Asahel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehonathan, and Adonijah, and Tobijah, and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 17:8
And with them he sent Levites, even Shemaiah, and Nethaniah, and Zebadiah, and Asahel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehonathan, and Adonijah, and Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah, Levites; and with them Elishama and Jehoram, priests.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 17:8
(8) And with them he sent Levites.—Rather, And with them were the Levites. The construction being changed. So LXX. and the Syriac. (Comp. 1 Chronicles 16:41-42; 1 Chronicles 15:18, for the same mode of enumeration, which is characteristic of the style of the chronicler. Zebadiah.—Some MSS. and Syriac and Arabic read Zechariah.Shemiramoth.—So LXX. and Vulg. (see 1 Chronicles 16:5; 1 Chronicles 15:18). The Heb. text is probably incorrect. Syriac and Arabic read instead Natûra.Tob-adonijah.—This curious name occurs only here, and is perhaps a mere mistake arising out of the preceding Adonijah and Tobijah. The Syriac and Arabic omit it. Priests.—The priests.The commission was a mixed one of civil and ecclesiastical persons (comp. 1 Chronicles 13:1-2; 1 Chronicles 23:2; 1 Chronicles 24:6.) And had the book of the law of the Lord.—And with them was the book of the law (teaching) of Jehovah.
For the construction, compare 1 Chronicles 16:42. The writer evidently means the Pentateuch; and if this notice was derived by him from a contemporary source, e.g., the “words of Jehu the son of Hanani,” to which he refers as an authority for the reign (2 Chronicles 20:34), it would constitute an important testimony to the existence, if not of the five books, at least of an ancient collection of laws at this early date . And taught the people.—Taught among the people.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 17:8
Verse 8. 2 Chronicles 17:7.
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