2 Chronicles 17:9
2 Chronicles 17:9 in Multiple Translations
They 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.
And they taught in Judah, and had the book of the law of the LORD with them, and went about throughout all the cities of Judah, and taught the people.
And they taught in Judah, having the book of the law of Jehovah with them; and they went about throughout all the cities of Judah, and taught among the people.
And they gave teaching in Judah and had the book of the law of the Lord with them; they went through all the towns of Judah teaching the people.
Taking with them the Book of the Law of the Lord they taught as they went around Judah. They visited all the towns of Judah, teaching the people.
And they taught in Iudah, and had the booke of the Lawe of the Lord with them, and went about throughout all the cities of Iudah, and taught the people.
And they teach in Judah, and with them [is] the Book of the Law of Jehovah, and they go round about into all cities of Judah, and teach among the people.
They taught in Judah, having the book of the LORD’s law with them. They went about throughout all the cities of Judah and taught among the people.
And they taught in Judah, and had the book of the law of the LORD with them, and went about throughout all the cities of Judah, and taught the people.
And they taught the people in Juda, having with them the book of the law of the Lord: and they went about all the cities of Juda, and instructed the people.
They took with them a scroll on which were written the laws of Yahweh and taught them to the people in all the towns throughout Judah,
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2 Chronicles 17:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַֽ/יְלַמְּדוּ֙
בִּֽ/יהוּדָ֔ה
וְ/עִ֨מָּ/הֶ֔ם
סֵ֖פֶר
תּוֹרַ֣ת
יְהוָ֑ה
וַ/יָּסֹ֨בּוּ֙
בְּ/כָל
עָרֵ֣י
יְהוּדָ֔ה
וַֽ/יְלַמְּד֖וּ
בָּ/עָֽם
וַֽ/יְלַמְּדוּ֙
lâmad
H3925
to learn
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3mp
בִּֽ/יהוּדָ֔ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
Judah
Prep | N-proper
וְ/עִ֨מָּ/הֶ֔ם
ʻim
H5973
with
Conj | Prep | Suff
סֵ֖פֶר
çêpher
H5612
scroll
N-ms
תּוֹרַ֣ת
tôwrâh
H8451
instruction
N-fs
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
וַ/יָּסֹ֨בּוּ֙
çâbab
H5437
to turn
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
בְּ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
עָרֵ֣י
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
N-fp
יְהוּדָ֔ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
Judah
N-proper
וַֽ/יְלַמְּד֖וּ
lâmad
H3925
to learn
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3mp
בָּ/עָֽם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Prep | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 17:9
וַֽ/יְלַמְּדוּ֙
lâmad
H3925
"to learn"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3mp
To learn or teach in the Bible means to guide someone, like using a rod to direct an animal. It is about instructing or training someone, as seen in Proverbs and Psalms. Teaching is an important theme in the Bible.
Definition: : teach 1) to learn. teach, exercise in 1a) (Qal) to learn 1b) (Piel) to teach 1c) (Pual) to be taught, be trained Also means: la.mad (לָמַד ": learn" H3925H)
Usage: Occurs in 80 OT verses. KJV: (un-) accustomed, [idiom] diligently, expert, instruct, learn, skilful, teach(-er, -ing). See also: Deuteronomy 4:1; Psalms 119:66; Psalms 18:35.
בִּֽ/יהוּדָ֔ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
"Judah"
Prep | N-proper
Judah is the name of the tribe descended from Judah, the son of Jacob. It is also the name of the region where the tribe lived. The name means 'praised' and is first mentioned in Genesis.
Definition: § Judah = "praised" the tribe descended from Judah the son of Jacob
Usage: Occurs in 754 OT verses. KJV: Judah. See also: Genesis 29:35; 1 Samuel 23:3; 2 Kings 14:13.
וְ/עִ֨מָּ/הֶ֔ם
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.
סֵ֖פֶר
çêpher
H5612
"scroll"
N-ms
This word means a written document, like a scroll or book, used to record important events or messages. It appears in books like Isaiah and Matthew, referring to written records.
Definition: : document 1) missive, document, writing, book 1a) missive 1a1) letter (of instruction), written order, commission, request, written decree 1b) legal document, certificate of divorce, deed of purchase, indictment, sign 1c) book, scroll 1c1) book of prophecies 1c2) genealogical register 1c3) law-book 1c4) book (of poems) 1c5) book (of kings) 1c6) books of the canon, scripture 1c7) record book (of God) 1d) book-learning, writing 1d1) be able to read (after verb 'to know')
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: bill, book, evidence, [idiom] learn(-ed) (-ing), letter, register, scroll. See also: Genesis 5:1; 2 Chronicles 17:9; Psalms 40:8.
תּוֹרַ֣ת
tôwrâh
H8451
"instruction"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for instruction or law, referring to the Ten Commandments or the first five books of the Bible, guiding human behavior and moral code.
Definition: 1) law, direction, instruction 1a) instruction, direction (human or divine) 1a1) body of prophetic teaching 1a2) instruction in Messianic age 1a3) body of priestly direction or instruction 1a4) body of legal directives 1b) law 1b1) law of the burnt offering 1b2) of special law, codes of law 1c) custom, manner 1d) the Deuteronomic or Mosaic Law
Usage: Occurs in 213 OT verses. KJV: law. See also: Genesis 26:5; Nehemiah 8:7; Psalms 1:2.
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
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.
וַ/יָּסֹ֨בּוּ֙
çâbab
H5437
"to turn"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To turn or surround is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can be used literally or figuratively. It appears in the Bible to describe changing direction or surrounding something.
Definition: : turn/bring_around 1) to turn, turn about or around or aside or back or towards, go about or around, surround, encircle, change direction 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn, turn about, be brought round, change 1a2) to march or walk around, go partly around, circle about, skirt, make a round, make a circuit, go about to, surround, encompass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to turn oneself, close round, turn round 1b2) to be turned over to 1c) (Piel) to turn about, change, transform 1d) (Poel) 1d1) to encompass, surround 1d2) to come about, assemble round 1d3) to march, go about 1d4) to enclose, envelop 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to turn, cause to turn, turn back, reverse, bring over, turn into, bring round 1e2) to cause to go around, surround, encompass 1f) (Hophal) 1f1) to be turned 1f2) to be surrounded
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: bring, cast, fetch, lead, make, walk, [idiom] whirl, [idiom] round about, be about on every side, apply, avoid, beset (about), besiege, bring again, carry (about), change, cause to come about, [idiom] circuit, (fetch a) compass (about, round), drive, environ, [idiom] on every side, beset (close, come, compass, go, stand) round about, inclose, remove, return, set, sit down, turn (self) (about, aside, away, back). See also: Genesis 2:11; 1 Chronicles 16:43; Psalms 7:8.
בְּ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
עָרֵ֣י
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
יְהוּדָ֔ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
"Judah"
N-proper
Judah is the name of the tribe descended from Judah, the son of Jacob. It is also the name of the region where the tribe lived. The name means 'praised' and is first mentioned in Genesis.
Definition: § Judah = "praised" the tribe descended from Judah the son of Jacob
Usage: Occurs in 754 OT verses. KJV: Judah. See also: Genesis 29:35; 1 Samuel 23:3; 2 Kings 14:13.
וַֽ/יְלַמְּד֖וּ
lâmad
H3925
"to learn"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3mp
To learn or teach in the Bible means to guide someone, like using a rod to direct an animal. It is about instructing or training someone, as seen in Proverbs and Psalms. Teaching is an important theme in the Bible.
Definition: : teach 1) to learn. teach, exercise in 1a) (Qal) to learn 1b) (Piel) to teach 1c) (Pual) to be taught, be trained Also means: la.mad (לָמַד ": learn" H3925H)
Usage: Occurs in 80 OT verses. KJV: (un-) accustomed, [idiom] diligently, expert, instruct, learn, skilful, teach(-er, -ing). See also: Deuteronomy 4:1; Psalms 119:66; Psalms 18:35.
בָּ/עָֽם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Prep | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 17:9
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- Context
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- 2 Chronicles 17:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 17:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 17:9
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 17:9
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 17:9
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 17:9
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 17:9
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 17:9
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 17:9
Context — Jehoshaphat Reigns in 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. 11Some Philistines also brought gifts and silver as tribute to Jehoshaphat, and the Arabs brought him 7,700 rams and 7,700 goats from their flocks.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 5:46 | If you had believed Moses, you would believe Me, because he wrote about Me. |
| 2 | Romans 3:2 | Much in every way. First of all, they have been entrusted with the very words of God. |
| 3 | Acts 8:40 | But Philip appeared at Azotus and traveled through that region, preaching the gospel in all the towns until he came to Caesarea. |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 6:4–9 | Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is One. And you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Tie them as reminders on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Write them on the doorposts of your houses and on your gates. |
| 5 | Acts 13:15 | After the reading from the Law and the Prophets, the synagogue leaders sent word to them: “Brothers, if you have a word of encouragement for the people, please speak.” |
| 6 | John 5:39 | You pore over the Scriptures because you presume that by them you possess eternal life. These are the very words that testify about Me, |
| 7 | 2 Chronicles 35:3 | To the Levites who taught all Israel and were holy to the LORD, Josiah said: “Put the holy ark in the temple built by Solomon son of David king of Israel. It is not to be carried around on your shoulders. Now serve the LORD your God and His people Israel. |
| 8 | Acts 28:23 | So they set a day to meet with Paul, and many people came to the place he was staying. He expounded to them from morning to evening, testifying about the kingdom of God and persuading them about Jesus from the Law of Moses and the Prophets. |
| 9 | Luke 4:17–19 | the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to Him. Unrolling it, He found the place where it was written: “The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” |
| 10 | Nehemiah 8:7 | The Levites—Jeshua, Bani, Sherebiah, Jamin, Akkub, Shabbethai, Hodiah, Maaseiah, Kelita, Azariah, Jozabad, Hanan, and Pelaiah—instructed the people in the Law as they stood in their places. |
2 Chronicles 17:9 Summary
[This verse shows how King Jehoshaphat sent his officials to teach the people of Judah about God's laws and instructions, as written in the Book of the Law of the LORD. This teaching helped the people understand God's ways and brought a sense of reverence and respect for God to the nation, similar to what is described in Psalm 119:1-8 and Isaiah 40:8. By prioritizing the teaching of God's Word, we can experience spiritual growth and renewal, just like the people of Judah did. As it says in 2 Timothy 3:16-17, God's Word is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness, and it can have a profound impact on our lives when we apply its principles.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Book of the Law of the LORD in 2 Chronicles 17:9?
The Book of the Law of the LORD refers to the first five books of the Bible, also known as the Torah or the Pentateuch, which contains God's laws and instructions for the Israelites, as seen in Deuteronomy 31:9-13 and Joshua 1:7-8.
Why did Jehoshaphat send his officials to teach in the cities of Judah?
Jehoshaphat sent his officials to teach in the cities of Judah to instruct the people in the ways of the LORD, as stated in 2 Chronicles 17:7-8, and to bring revival and spiritual renewal to the nation, similar to what is described in Nehemiah 8:1-12 and 2 Kings 23:1-3.
What was the result of the teaching of the Book of the Law of the LORD in Judah?
The result of the teaching of the Book of the Law of the LORD in Judah was that the people were instructed in the ways of the LORD, and the dread of the LORD fell upon all the kingdoms of the lands that surrounded Judah, as stated in 2 Chronicles 17:10, leading to a time of peace and prosperity for the nation, similar to what is described in Leviticus 26:6 and Deuteronomy 28:1-14.
How does this verse relate to the Great Commission in Matthew 28:18-20?
This verse demonstrates the importance of teaching and spreading the Word of God, which is a key aspect of the Great Commission, where Jesus commands His disciples to go and make disciples of all nations, teaching them to observe everything He has commanded, as seen in Matthew 28:18-20 and Acts 1:8.
Reflection Questions
- What role does the teaching of God's Word play in my own life, and how can I prioritize it?
- How can I, like Jehoshaphat's officials, share the Book of the Law of the LORD with those around me, and what opportunities do I have to teach others about God's ways?
- What are some ways that I can apply the principles of the Book of the Law of the LORD to my daily life, and what are some areas where I need to seek spiritual renewal and instruction?
- How does the example of Jehoshaphat's officials encourage me to be more intentional about sharing my faith and teaching others about the Bible?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 17:9
And they taught in Judah,.... The people their duty to God and man: and had the book of the law of the Lord with them; as the rule of their instruction, and the people's obedience; out of this they
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 17:9
And they taught in Judah, and had the book of the law of the LORD with them, and went about throughout all the cities of Judah, and taught the people.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 17:9
2 Chronicles 17:9 And they taught in Judah, and [had] the book of the law of the LORD with them, and went about throughout all the cities of Judah, and taught the people.Ver. 9. And had the book of the law of the Lord with them.] They taught not traditions, human inventions, or unwritten verities. All their doctrines came cum privilegio, and were Scripture proof.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 17:9
Verse 9. 2 Chronicles 17:7. Ver. 9. Had the book of the law of the Lord with them] This was their text book: it was the book of God; they taught it as such, and as such the people received it. Its laws were God's laws, and the people felt their obligation, and their consciences were bound. Thus they were obedient to the laws of the land, on the principle of religion. In this they were encouraged and confirmed by the example of all, both in Church and state. The princes were not only pious, but were teachers of piety; the Levites showed them the worth and excellence of their ritual institutions; and the priests showed them the moral use they were to make of the whole: and thus the people became obedient to God as well as to the king, and kept all the civil ordinances, not merely for the sake of a good king, but for the sake of a good and gracious God. By these means the nation enjoyed peace and prosperity; and all insurrections, seditions, and popular commotions, were prevented. The surrounding nations, perceiving this, saw that there was no hope of subduing such a people, so they made no war with Jehoshaphat, 2 Chronicles 17:10. And they took care not to provoke such a people to fall on them; therefore, it is said, The fear of the Lord fell on all the kingdoms and lands that were round about Judah.
Such an itinerant ministry established in these kingdoms for upwards of fourscore years, teaching the pure, unadulterated doctrines of the Gospel, with the propriety and necessity of obedience to the laws, has been the principal means, in the hand of God, of preserving these lands from those convulsions and revolutions that have ruined and nearly dissolved the European continent. The itinerant ministry, to which this refers, is that which was established in these lands by the late truly reverend, highly learned and cultivated, deeply pious and loyal JOHN WESLEY, A.M., formerly a fellow of Lincoln College, Oxford, whose followers are known by the name of METHODISTS; a people who are an honour to their country, and a blessing to the government under which they live.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 17:9
9. and had the book] R.V. having the book. The Chronicler no doubt means by this the Pentateuch as we have it, but in the source from which he drew the account one of the earlier codes embedded in our present Pentateuch may have been meant. It is improbable that the five books of Moses existed in the time of Jehoshaphat in the form in which we now have them.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 17:9
There is no reasonable doubt that this “book of the law” was the Pentateuch - nearly, if not quite, in the shape in which we now have it.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 17:9
9. The book of the law — Our Pentateuch, in substantially its present form. “Copies of the whole law were, no doubt, scarce; and therefore Jehoshaphat’s commission took care to carry a copy with them.” — Rawlinson.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 17:9
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New Beginnings - Gideon's Army I by George Warnock | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the book of Judges and how God allowed areas of resistance to remain in the land so that the younger generation could learn war. The preacher |
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K-468 a Wandering Jew Comes Home by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the state of the world and the individual's search for meaning and fulfillment. They highlight the failure of material wealth and the shallo |
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John's Gospel - Witnesses for the Defence by John Vissers | In this sermon, the speaker discusses how Jesus provides evidence to support his claim of being the Messiah and having a special relationship with God the Father. The evidence pres |
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Christ Crucified by Michael Koulianos | Michael Koulianos emphasizes that the entire Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, is centered on Jesus Christ, particularly his crucifixion. He warns against the dangers of becoming |
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Of the Exhibition of the Covenant of Grace Under the Mosaic Dispensation. by John Gill | John Gill expounds on the exhibition of the Covenant of Grace during the Mosaic Dispensation, emphasizing Moses as a significant figure who typifies Christ through his roles as med |
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Homily 11 on Matthew by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches about the importance of repentance, belief, and bearing good fruits as demonstrated by the encounter of John the Baptist with the Pharisees and Sadducees. |
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Let Us Live With Christ by Ignatius of Antioch | Ignatius of Antioch emphasizes the importance of believing in Christ as the fulfillment of the ancient Scriptures, highlighting how the prophets eagerly awaited His coming as their |