2 Chronicles 18:3
2 Chronicles 18:3 in Multiple Translations
Ahab king of Israel asked Jehoshaphat king of Judah, “Will you go with me against Ramoth-gilead?” And Jehoshaphat replied, “I am like you, and my people are your people; we will join you in the war.”
And Ahab king of Israel said unto Jehoshaphat king of Judah, Wilt thou go with me to Ramoth-gilead? And he answered him, I am as thou art, and my people as thy people; and we will be with thee in the war.
And Ahab king of Israel said unto Jehoshaphat king of Judah, Wilt thou go with me to Ramoth-gilead? And he answered him, I am as thou art, and my people as thy people; and we will be with thee in the war.
For Ahab, king of Israel, said to Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, Will you go with me to Ramoth-gilead? And he said, I am as you are, and my people as your people; we will be with you in the war.
Ahab, king of Israel, asked Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, “Would you go with me against Ramoth-gilead?” Jehoshaphat replied, “You and I are as one, and my men and your men are as one. We will join forces with you in this war.”
And Ahab King of Israel saide vnto Iehoshaphat King of Iudah, Wilt thou goe with mee to Ramoth Gilead? And hee answered him, I am as thou art, and my people as thy people, and wee will ioyne with thee in the warre.
And Ahab king of Israel saith unto Jehoshaphat king of Judah, 'Dost thou go with me [to] Ramoth-Gilead?' And he saith to him, 'As I — so thou, and as thy people — my people, even with thee in battle.'
Ahab king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat king of Judah, “Will you go with me to Ramoth Gilead?” He answered him, “I am as you are, and my people as your people. We will be with you in the war.”
And Ahab king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat king of Judah, Wilt thou go with me to Ramoth-gilead? And he answered him, I am as thou art , and my people as thy people; and we will be with thee in the war.
And Achab king of Israel said to Josaphat king of Juda: Come with me to Ramoth Galaad. And he answered him: Thou art as I am, and my people as thy people, and we will be with thee in the war.
Then he asked Jehoshaphat, “Will you and your army go with my army to attack Ramoth city in the Gilead region?” Jehoshaphat replied, “My soldiers and I will go to the battle when you tell us to go.”
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2 Chronicles 18:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֹּ֜אמֶר
אַחְאָ֣ב
מֶֽלֶךְ
יִשְׂרָאֵ֗ל
אֶל
יְהֽוֹשָׁפָט֙
מֶ֣לֶךְ
יְהוּדָ֔ה
הֲ/תֵלֵ֥ךְ
עִמִּ֖/י
רָמֹ֣ת
גִּלְעָ֑ד
וַ/יֹּ֣אמֶר
ל֗/וֹ
כָּמ֤וֹ/נִי
כָמ֨וֹ/ךָ֙
וּ/כְ/עַמְּ/ךָ֣
עַמִּ֔/י
וְ/עִמְּ/ךָ֖
בַּ/מִּלְחָמָֽה
וַ/יֹּ֜אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אַחְאָ֣ב
ʼAchʼâb
H256
Ahab
N-proper
מֶֽלֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
יִשְׂרָאֵ֗ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
יְהֽוֹשָׁפָט֙
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
Jehoshaphat
N-proper
מֶ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
יְהוּדָ֔ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
Judah
N-proper
הֲ/תֵלֵ֥ךְ
yâlak
H3212
to walk
Part | V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
עִמִּ֖/י
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep | Suff
רָמֹ֣ת
Râmôth Gilʻâd
H7433
Ramoth (Gilead)
N-proper
גִּלְעָ֑ד
Gilʻâd
H1568
Gilead
N-proper
וַ/יֹּ֣אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
ל֗/וֹ
Prep | Suff
כָּמ֤וֹ/נִי
kᵉmôw
H3644
like
Prep | Suff
כָמ֨וֹ/ךָ֙
kᵉmôw
H3644
like
Prep | Suff
וּ/כְ/עַמְּ/ךָ֣
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Conj | Prep | N-ms | Suff
עַמִּ֔/י
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
N-ms | Suff
וְ/עִמְּ/ךָ֖
ʻim
H5973
with
Conj | Prep | Suff
בַּ/מִּלְחָמָֽה
milchâmâh
H4421
battle
Prep | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 18:3
וַ/יֹּ֜אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
אַחְאָ֣ב
ʼAchʼâb
H256
"Ahab"
N-proper
Ahab was a king of Israel who lived a long time ago. He was married to a queen named Jezebel and did many bad things. The prophet Jeremiah also wrote about a different man named Ahab.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at Jer.29.21; son of: Kolaiah (H6964H) § Ahab = "father's brother" 1) king of Israel, son of Omri, husband of Jezebel 2) false prophet executed by Nebuchadrezzar, time of Jeremiah
Usage: Occurs in 81 OT verses. KJV: Ahab. See also: 1 Kings 16:28; 1 Kings 22:40; Jeremiah 29:21.
מֶֽלֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֗ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
"Israel"
N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
יְהֽוֹשָׁפָט֙
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
"Jehoshaphat"
N-proper
Jehoshaphat was a king of Judah who ruled for 25 years and was known for his piety and prosperity. His name means Jehovah has judged, and he is mentioned in 2 Kings 9:2 as the son of King Asa. He was one of the best kings of Judah in the Bible.
Definition: A man of the Kingdom of Israel, living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.9.2; son of: Nimshi (H5250); father of: Jehu (H3058H) § Jehoshaphat = "Jehovah has judged" 1) son of king Asa and himself king of Judah for 25 years; one of the best, most pious, and prosperous kings of Judah 2) son of Nimshi and father of king Jehu of the northern kingdom of Israel 3) son of Ahilud and chronicler under David and Solomon 4) son of Paruah and one of the 12 commissary officers under Solomon 5) a priest and trumpeter in the time of David 6) symbolical name of a valley near Jerusalem which is the place of ultimate judgment; maybe the deep ravine which separates Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives through which the Kidron flowed
Usage: Occurs in 75 OT verses. KJV: Jehoshaphat. Compare H3146 (יוֹשָׁפָט). See also: 2 Samuel 8:16; 2 Chronicles 17:5; Joel 4:12.
מֶ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
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.
הֲ/תֵלֵ֥ךְ
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
Part | V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
עִמִּ֖/י
ʻim
H5973
"with"
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.
רָמֹ֣ת
Râmôth Gilʻâd
H7433
"Ramoth (Gilead)"
N-proper
Ramoth-Gilead is a location east of the Jordan River, mentioned in the Bible as a significant place. It was the site of a major battle and is also associated with the prophet Elisha. The name means heights or high places.
Definition: § Ramoth = "heights" Ramoth-gilead-a place in Gilead
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: Ramoth-gilead, Ramoth in Gilead. See also H7216 (רָאמוֹת). See also: Joshua 21:38; 2 Kings 9:1; 2 Chronicles 22:5.
גִּלְעָ֑ד
Gilʻâd
H1568
"Gilead"
N-proper
Gilead refers to a mountainous region east of the Jordan River, also the name of three Israelites. It means 'rocky region' and is sometimes called 'Mount Gilead'.
Definition: Gilead = "rocky region" a mountainous region bounded on the west by the Jordan, on the north by Bashan, on the east by the Arabian plateau, and on the south by Moab and Ammon; sometimes called 'Mount Gilead' or the 'land of Gilead' or just 'Gilead'. Divided into north and south Gilead
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: Gilead, Gileadite. See also: Genesis 31:21; 1 Samuel 11:9; Psalms 60:9.
וַ/יֹּ֣אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
ל֗/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
כָּמ֤וֹ/נִי
kᵉmôw
H3644
"like"
Prep | Suff
This word means like or as, used to compare things. It appears in the Bible to describe similarities or to make comparisons, such as in the book of Psalms.
Definition: adv 1) like, as, the like of which conj 2) when, according as, as it were
Usage: Occurs in 126 OT verses. KJV: according to, (such) as (it were, well as), in comparison of, like (as, to, unto), thus, when, worth. See also: Genesis 19:15; Job 40:17; Psalms 29:6.
כָמ֨וֹ/ךָ֙
kᵉmôw
H3644
"like"
Prep | Suff
This word means like or as, used to compare things. It appears in the Bible to describe similarities or to make comparisons, such as in the book of Psalms.
Definition: adv 1) like, as, the like of which conj 2) when, according as, as it were
Usage: Occurs in 126 OT verses. KJV: according to, (such) as (it were, well as), in comparison of, like (as, to, unto), thus, when, worth. See also: Genesis 19:15; Job 40:17; Psalms 29:6.
וּ/כְ/עַמְּ/ךָ֣
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Conj | Prep | N-ms | Suff
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.
עַמִּ֔/י
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
N-ms | Suff
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.
וְ/עִמְּ/ךָ֖
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.
בַּ/מִּלְחָמָֽה
milchâmâh
H4421
"battle"
Prep | N-fs
This word means battle or war, describing a fight or conflict. It is used in the Bible to talk about wars and battles, like the ones in the book of Joshua. The KJV translates it as battle or fight.
Definition: battle, war
Usage: Occurs in 308 OT verses. KJV: battle, fight(-ing), war(-rior). See also: Genesis 14:2; 1 Samuel 30:24; 2 Chronicles 13:14.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 18:3
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- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 18:3
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:3
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 18:3
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- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 18:3
Context — Jehoshaphat Allies with Ahab
1Now Jehoshaphat had an abundance of riches and honor, and he allied himself with Ahab by marriage.
2And some years later he went down to visit Ahab in Samaria, where Ahab sacrificed many sheep and cattle for him and the people with him and urged him to march up to Ramoth-gilead.
3Ahab king of Israel asked Jehoshaphat king of Judah, “Will you go with me against Ramoth-gilead?” And Jehoshaphat replied, “I am as you are, and my people are your people; we will join you in the war.”
4But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.” 5So the king of Israel assembled the prophets, four hundred men, and asked them, “Should we go to war against Ramoth-gilead, or should we refrain?” “Go up,” they replied, “and God will deliver it into the hand of the king.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Kings 22:4 | So he asked Jehoshaphat, “Will you go with me to fight against Ramoth-gilead?” Jehoshaphat answered the king of Israel, “I am like you, my people are your people, and my horses are your horses.” |
| 2 | 2 Kings 3:7 | And he sent a message to Jehoshaphat king of Judah: “The king of Moab has rebelled against me. Will you go with me to fight against Moab?” “I will go,” replied Jehoshaphat. “I am like you, my people are your people, and my horses are your horses.” |
| 3 | 2 John 1:10–11 | If anyone comes to you but does not bring this teaching, do not receive him into your home or even greet him. Whoever greets such a person shares in his evil deeds. |
| 4 | Ephesians 5:11 | Have no fellowship with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them. |
| 5 | Psalms 139:21 | Do I not hate those who hate You, O LORD, and detest those who rise against You? |
2 Chronicles 18:3 Summary
[In this verse, Ahab asks Jehoshaphat to join him in a war against Ramoth-gilead, and Jehoshaphat agrees, saying 'I am like you, and my people are your people', showing his willingness to support Israel. However, this decision highlights the importance of seeking God's counsel before making decisions, as Jehoshaphat later requests in 2 Chronicles 18:4. This is similar to the guidance in Proverbs 3:5-6, which encourages us to trust in the Lord with all our hearts and lean not on our own understanding. By prioritizing God's will and wisdom, we can make decisions that align with His purposes, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Ahab asking Jehoshaphat to join him in the war against Ramoth-gilead?
Ahab's request indicates his desire for a strong alliance with Judah, and Jehoshaphat's response shows his willingness to support Israel, as seen in 2 Chronicles 18:3, despite the warnings in 2 Corinthians 6:14 against unequal yoking.
Why did Jehoshaphat agree to join Ahab in the war without first seeking God's counsel?
Jehoshaphat's hasty agreement may have been due to his existing alliance with Ahab through marriage, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 18:1, and his desire to maintain a strong relationship with Israel, but he later shows wisdom by asking Ahab to inquire first for the word of the Lord in 2 Chronicles 18:4, similar to the example of seeking wisdom in Proverbs 3:5-6.
What does Jehoshaphat's statement 'I am like you, and my people are your people' reveal about his perspective?
Jehoshaphat's statement suggests that he views himself and his people as closely tied to Ahab and the Israelites, demonstrating a sense of unity and solidarity, as seen in 2 Chronicles 18:3, and echoing the sentiment of unity in Psalm 133:1.
How does this verse relate to the concept of seeking God's will in decision-making?
This verse highlights the importance of seeking God's counsel before making decisions, as seen in Jehoshaphat's later request in 2 Chronicles 18:4, and is reinforced by scriptures such as Jeremiah 29:13, which encourages seeking the Lord with all our hearts.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can prioritize seeking God's counsel in my own decision-making, just as Jehoshaphat eventually did in 2 Chronicles 18:4?
- How can I balance the desire for unity and cooperation with others, as seen in Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab, with the need to prioritize God's will and wisdom, as encouraged in Colossians 3:16?
- What are some potential consequences of rushing into decisions without first seeking God's guidance, as Jehoshaphat initially did in 2 Chronicles 18:3, and how can I avoid this in my own life, as warned in Proverbs 19:2?
- In what ways can I cultivate a deeper sense of unity and solidarity with fellow believers, as expressed by Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 18:3, while also maintaining a strong commitment to following God's will, as encouraged in Romans 12:5?
- How does this verse encourage me to evaluate my own relationships and alliances, and to prioritize those that align with God's will and purposes, as seen in Amos 3:3?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 18:3
[See comments on 2 Chronicles 18:2]
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:3
2 Chronicles 18:3 And Ahab king of Israel said unto Jehoshaphat king of Judah, Wilt thou go with me to Ramothgilead? And he answered him, I [am] as thou [art], and my people as thy people; and [we will be] with thee in the war.Ver. 3. I am as thou art.] See 1 Kings 22:4. Jehoshaphat was too facile. It was noted as a fault in Henry IV of France that he was aeque male ac bono reconciliabilis, of too good a nature, as we say of some.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:3
(3) And Ahab king of Israel.—This verse is essentially the same as 1 Kings 22:4. From this point the two narratives practically coincide. (See the Notes on 1 Kings 22) To Ramoth-gilead—i.e., Ramoth of, or in, Gilead. Ramoth (“heights”), or Ramath or Ramah (“height”), was a common name in such a hilly country as Palestine. Kings adds, to the war.And my people . . . in the war—The symmetry of this part of the verse has been disregarded by the chronicler, in order to make Jehoshaphat express an apparently more definite assent to Ahab’s request. (Comp. Kings: “My people as thy people, my horses as thy horses” (kamτnξ kamτka, kĕ ?‘ammξ kĕ ?‘ammbka, kĕ ?sϋsai kĕ ?sϋseika). The Syriac reads: “And my horses as thy horses; and I will go with thee to the war.” Similarly the Arabic: “My horsemen as thy horsemen.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:3
Verse 3. To Ramoth-gilead] This place belonged to the Israelites, and was now held by the king of Syria. The whole of this chapter is circumstantially explained in the notes on 1Kg 22:1-53.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 18:3
3. and we will be with thee in the war] In 1 Kin. the corresponding phrase is, my horses as thy horses. The Chronicler makes the words of Jehoshaphat a definite promise. The phrases In 1 Kin. need not be more than the expression of oriental politeness. At the present day the Arab says to his guest, My house is thy house, but he generally means very little by the words.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:3
3-34. The rest of this chapter is parallel with 1 Kings 22:4-39, where see notes.
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Jehoshaphat - "Faith Cometh by Hearing" by Major Ian Thomas | Major Ian Thomas emphasizes the importance of faith that comes from hearing the Word of God, using the story of King Jehoshaphat to illustrate how faith must be mixed with action t |
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Canadian Christian Heritage Under Fire #4 - New Evangelicalism Denounced by Ian Goligher | In this sermon, the preacher discusses various aspects of the modern evangelical movement and its impact on the church. He emphasizes the importance of not being slack in serving t |
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2 John by Peter Hammond | Peter Hammond preaches on the balance between light and love, truth and deception, and the importance of recognizing and resisting false teachings. He emphasizes that Jesus is the |
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"Where Are the Praying People?" by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes the speaker's strong desire to remain separate from the sinful influences of the world, committing to prayer, Bible reading, and standing against immorality. |
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Beware of Good Liars by Francis Chan | This sermon challenges believers to examine their beliefs and mindset, urging them to align their thinking with biblical truths rather than cultural norms. It emphasizes the import |
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God Is Trying to Get at That Thing in You by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher, inspired by the Spirit of God, reveals the reason for the ruin of the city. He explains that sin was the cause, specifically the mixing of the holy se |
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Sharing the Grief of God by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by thanking God for his blessings and acknowledging Jesus and the Holy Ghost. He asks for forgiveness for forgetting what God has done and prays |