2 Chronicles 20:27
2 Chronicles 20:27 in Multiple Translations
Then all the men of Judah and Jerusalem, with Jehoshaphat at their head, returned joyfully to Jerusalem, for the LORD had made them rejoice over their enemies.
Then they returned, every man of Judah and Jerusalem, and Jehoshaphat in the forefront of them, to go again to Jerusalem with joy; for the LORD had made them to rejoice over their enemies.
Then they returned, every man of Judah and Jerusalem, and Jehoshaphat in the forefront of them, to go again to Jerusalem with joy; for Jehovah had made them to rejoice over their enemies.
Then all the men of Judah and Jerusalem went back, with Jehoshaphat at their head, coming back to Jerusalem with joy; for the Lord had made them glad over their haters.
Then all the men of Judah and Jerusalem celebrated as they returned to Jerusalem, with Jehoshaphat leading them, full of joy for the Lord's victory over their enemies.
Then euery man of Iudah and Ierusalem returned with Iehoshaphat their head, to goe againe to Ierusalem with ioy: for the Lord had made them to reioyce ouer their enemies.
And they turn back, every man of Judah and Jerusalem, and Jehoshaphat at their head, to go back unto Jerusalem with joy, for Jehovah hath made them rejoice over their enemies.
Then they returned, every man of Judah and Jerusalem, with Jehoshaphat in front of them, to go again to Jerusalem with joy; for the LORD had made them to rejoice over their enemies.
Then they returned, every man of Judah and Jerusalem, and Jehoshaphat in the front of them, to go again to Jerusalem with joy; for the LORD had made them to rejoice over their enemies.
And every man of Juda, and the inhabitants of Jerusalem returned, and Josaphat at their head, into Jerusalem with great joy, because the Lord had made them rejoice over their enemies.
Then while Jehoshaphat led them, all the soldiers who were from Jerusalem and other places in Judah returned to Jerusalem. They were happy because Yahweh had enabled them to defeat their enemies.
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2 Chronicles 20:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ֠/יָּשֻׁבוּ
כָּל
אִ֨ישׁ
יְהוּדָ֤ה
וִֽ/ירוּשָׁלִַ֨ם֙
וִֽ/יהוֹשָׁפָ֣ט
בְּ/רֹאשָׁ֔/ם
לָ/שׁ֥וּב
אֶל
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֖ם
בְּ/שִׂמְחָ֑ה
כִּֽי
שִׂמְּחָ֥/ם
יְהוָ֖ה
מֵֽ/אוֹיְבֵי/הֶֽם
וַ֠/יָּשֻׁבוּ
shûwb
H7725
to return
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
אִ֨ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-ms
יְהוּדָ֤ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
Judah
N-proper
וִֽ/ירוּשָׁלִַ֨ם֙
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
Jerusalem
Conj | N-proper
וִֽ/יהוֹשָׁפָ֣ט
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
Jehoshaphat
Conj | N-proper
בְּ/רֹאשָׁ֔/ם
rôʼsh
H7218
head
Prep | N-ms | Suff
לָ/שׁ֥וּב
shûwb
H7725
to return
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֖ם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
Jerusalem
N-proper
בְּ/שִׂמְחָ֑ה
simchâh
H8057
joy
Prep | N-fs
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
שִׂמְּחָ֥/ם
sâmach
H8055
to rejoice
V-Piel-Perf-3ms | Suff
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
מֵֽ/אוֹיְבֵי/הֶֽם
ʼôyêb
H341
enemy
Prep | V-Qal | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 20:27
וַ֠/יָּשֻׁבוּ
shûwb
H7725
"to return"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to return or turn back, and can be used literally or figuratively. It is often used to describe someone returning to God or repenting from sin, as seen in the book of Psalms and the prophets.
Definition: : return 1) to return, turn back 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn back, return 1a1a) to turn back 1a1b) to return, come or go back 1a1c) to return unto, go back, come back 1a1d) of dying 1a1e) of human relations (fig) 1a1f) of spiritual relations (fig) 1a1f1) to turn back (from God), apostatise 1a1f2) to turn away (of God) 1a1f3) to turn back (to God), repent 1a1f4) turn back (from evil) 1a1g) of inanimate things 1a1h) in repetition 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to bring back 1b2) to restore, refresh, repair (fig) 1b3) to lead away (enticingly) 1b4) to show turning, apostatise 1c) (Pual) restored (participle) 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to return, bring back 1d1) to bring back, allow to return, put back, draw back, give back, restore, relinquish, give in payment 1d2) to bring back, refresh, restore 1d3) to bring back, report to, answer 1d4) to bring back, make requital, pay (as recompense) 1d5) to turn back or backward, repel, defeat, repulse, hinder, reject, refuse 1d6) to turn away (face), turn toward 1d7) to turn against 1d8) to bring back to mind 1d9) to show a turning away 1d10) to reverse, revoke 1e) (Hophal) to be returned, be restored, be brought back 1f) (Pulal) brought back
Usage: Occurs in 953 OT verses. KJV: ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw. See also: Genesis 3:19; Numbers 8:25; Judges 8:13.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
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.
אִ֨ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
יְהוּדָ֤ה
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.
וִֽ/ירוּשָׁלִַ֨ם֙
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
"Jerusalem"
Conj | N-proper
Jerusalem is the capital city of Palestine, also known as the city of peace. It was the chief city of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split.
Definition: § Jerusalem = "teaching of peace" the chief city of Palestine and capital of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split
Usage: Occurs in 600 OT verses. KJV: Jerusalem. See also: Joshua 10:1; 2 Kings 22:14; 2 Chronicles 24:6.
וִֽ/יהוֹשָׁפָ֣ט
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
"Jehoshaphat"
Conj | 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.
בְּ/רֹאשָׁ֔/ם
rôʼsh
H7218
"head"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means chief or prince, and is used to describe leaders in the Bible, such as in the book of 1 Samuel. It signifies a position of authority and importance.
Definition: : head 1) head, top, summit, upper part, chief, total, sum, height, front, beginning 1a) head (of man, animals) 1b) top, tip (of mountain) 1c) height (of stars) 1d) chief, head (of man, city, nation, place, family, priest) 1e) head, front, beginning 1f) chief, choicest, best 1g) head, division, company, band 1h) sum
Usage: Occurs in 547 OT verses. KJV: band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. See also: Genesis 2:10; Numbers 17:18; 2 Samuel 4:7.
לָ/שׁ֥וּב
shûwb
H7725
"to return"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to return or turn back, and can be used literally or figuratively. It is often used to describe someone returning to God or repenting from sin, as seen in the book of Psalms and the prophets.
Definition: : return 1) to return, turn back 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn back, return 1a1a) to turn back 1a1b) to return, come or go back 1a1c) to return unto, go back, come back 1a1d) of dying 1a1e) of human relations (fig) 1a1f) of spiritual relations (fig) 1a1f1) to turn back (from God), apostatise 1a1f2) to turn away (of God) 1a1f3) to turn back (to God), repent 1a1f4) turn back (from evil) 1a1g) of inanimate things 1a1h) in repetition 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to bring back 1b2) to restore, refresh, repair (fig) 1b3) to lead away (enticingly) 1b4) to show turning, apostatise 1c) (Pual) restored (participle) 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to return, bring back 1d1) to bring back, allow to return, put back, draw back, give back, restore, relinquish, give in payment 1d2) to bring back, refresh, restore 1d3) to bring back, report to, answer 1d4) to bring back, make requital, pay (as recompense) 1d5) to turn back or backward, repel, defeat, repulse, hinder, reject, refuse 1d6) to turn away (face), turn toward 1d7) to turn against 1d8) to bring back to mind 1d9) to show a turning away 1d10) to reverse, revoke 1e) (Hophal) to be returned, be restored, be brought back 1f) (Pulal) brought back
Usage: Occurs in 953 OT verses. KJV: ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw. See also: Genesis 3:19; Numbers 8:25; Judges 8:13.
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.
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֖ם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
"Jerusalem"
N-proper
Jerusalem is the capital city of Palestine, also known as the city of peace. It was the chief city of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split.
Definition: § Jerusalem = "teaching of peace" the chief city of Palestine and capital of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split
Usage: Occurs in 600 OT verses. KJV: Jerusalem. See also: Joshua 10:1; 2 Kings 22:14; 2 Chronicles 24:6.
בְּ/שִׂמְחָ֑ה
simchâh
H8057
"joy"
Prep | N-fs
This Hebrew word means joy or gladness, often used to describe a happy occasion or celebration, like a festival. It's used in the Bible to express God's joy and pleasure. In the KJV, it's translated as joy, gladness, or mirth.
Definition: 1) joy, mirth, gladness 1a) mirth, gladness, joy, gaiety, pleasure 1b) joy (of God) 1c) glad result, happy issue
Usage: Occurs in 89 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] exceeding(-ly), gladness, joy(-fulness), mirth, pleasure, rejoice(-ing). See also: Genesis 31:27; Psalms 106:5; Psalms 4:8.
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
שִׂמְּחָ֥/ם
sâmach
H8055
"to rejoice"
V-Piel-Perf-3ms | Suff
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
יְהוָ֖ה
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.
מֵֽ/אוֹיְבֵי/הֶֽם
ʼôyêb
H341
"enemy"
Prep | V-Qal | Suff
This Hebrew word means enemy or adversary, referring to someone who hates or opposes another person or nation. It is used to describe personal or national enemies in the Bible.
Definition: 1) (Qal) enemy 1a) personal 1b) national
Usage: Occurs in 275 OT verses. KJV: enemy, foe. See also: Genesis 22:17; 2 Samuel 22:1; Psalms 3:8.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 20:27
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Context — The Joyful Return
25Then Jehoshaphat and his people went to carry off the plunder, and they found on the bodies an abundance of goods and valuables —more than they could carry away. They were gathering the plunder for three days because there was so much.
26On the fourth day they assembled in the Valley of Beracah, where they blessed the LORD. Therefore that place is called the Valley of Beracah to this day.
27Then all the men of Judah and Jerusalem, with Jehoshaphat at their head, returned joyfully to Jerusalem, for the LORD had made them rejoice over their enemies.
28So they entered Jerusalem and went into the house of the LORD with harps, lyres, and trumpets. 29And the fear of God came upon all the kingdoms of the lands when they heard that the LORD had fought against the enemies of Israel.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 12:43 | On that day they offered great sacrifices, rejoicing because God had given them great joy. The women and children also rejoiced, so that the joy of Jerusalem was heard from afar. |
| 2 | Hebrews 6:20 | where Jesus our forerunner has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest forever in the order of Melchizedek. |
| 3 | Psalms 30:1 | I will exalt You, O LORD, for You have lifted me up and have not allowed my foes to rejoice over me. |
| 4 | Isaiah 35:10 | So the redeemed of the LORD will return and enter Zion with singing, crowned with everlasting joy. Gladness and joy will overtake them, and sorrow and sighing will flee. |
| 5 | Revelation 18:20 | Rejoice over her, O heaven, O saints and apostles and prophets, because God has pronounced for you His judgment against her. |
| 6 | 2 Samuel 6:14–15 | And David, wearing a linen ephod, danced with all his might before the LORD, while he and all the house of Israel brought up the ark of the LORD with shouting and the sounding of the ram’s horn. |
| 7 | Psalms 20:5 | May we shout for joy at your victory and raise a banner in the name of our God. May the LORD grant all your petitions. |
| 8 | Micah 2:13 | One who breaks open the way will go up before them; they will break through the gate, and go out by it. Their King will pass through before them, the LORD as their leader. |
| 9 | Isaiah 51:11 | So the redeemed of the LORD will return and enter Zion with singing, crowned with everlasting joy. Gladness and joy will overtake them, and sorrow and sighing will flee. |
| 10 | 1 Samuel 2:1 | At that time Hannah prayed: “My heart rejoices in the LORD in whom my horn is exalted. My mouth speaks boldly against my enemies, for I rejoice in Your salvation. |
2 Chronicles 20:27 Summary
This verse tells us that the men of Judah and Jerusalem, led by Jehoshaphat, returned to Jerusalem with great joy because the LORD had given them a wonderful victory over their enemies. This joy was a result of trusting in God's power and provision, just like we are called to do in Psalm 37:3-7. The men of Judah and Jerusalem were able to rejoice because they knew that God was with them and had fought on their behalf, as seen in 2 Chronicles 20:15 and 2 Chronicles 20:22-23. This is a great reminder for us to trust in God's goodness and power, and to give thanks to Him for the victories and blessings He gives us, just like the men of Judah and Jerusalem did in 2 Chronicles 20:26-28.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the men of Judah and Jerusalem returning joyfully to Jerusalem?
The men of Judah and Jerusalem returned joyfully to Jerusalem because the LORD had given them a great victory over their enemies, as stated in 2 Chronicles 20:27, and this joy is a result of trusting in God's power and provision, as seen in Psalm 20:7-8.
How did the LORD make the men of Judah and Jerusalem rejoice over their enemies?
The LORD made the men of Judah and Jerusalem rejoice over their enemies by fighting on their behalf, as stated in 2 Chronicles 20:15 and 2 Chronicles 20:22-23, which resulted in the defeat of their enemies without the men of Judah and Jerusalem having to fight.
What role did Jehoshaphat play in the return to Jerusalem?
Jehoshaphat played a leadership role in the return to Jerusalem, as he was at the head of the men of Judah and Jerusalem, guiding them and giving thanks to the LORD for the victory, as seen in 2 Chronicles 20:26.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of 2 Chronicles 20?
This verse is the culmination of the story of 2 Chronicles 20, where the men of Judah and Jerusalem, led by Jehoshaphat, trusted in God and were given a great victory over their enemies, and now they are returning to Jerusalem to give thanks and praise to the LORD, as seen in 2 Chronicles 20:28-29.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's power and provision, just like the men of Judah and Jerusalem did?
- How can I cultivate a heart of joy and thanksgiving, even in the midst of challenges and uncertainties, like the men of Judah and Jerusalem did after their victory?
- What are some ways I can express my gratitude to God for the victories and blessings He has given me, just like the men of Judah and Jerusalem did in 2 Chronicles 20:26-28?
- How can I apply the principle of trusting in God's power and provision, as seen in 2 Chronicles 20:27, to my daily life and challenges?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 20:27
Then they returned, every man of Judah and of Jerusalem, and Jehoshaphat at the forefront of them, to go again to Jerusalem with joy,.... There to praise the Lord in the temple, as they had done in
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 20:27
And when Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away the spoil of them, they found among them in abundance both riches with the dead bodies, and precious jewels, which they stripped off for
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:27
2 Chronicles 20:27 Then they returned, every man of Judah and Jerusalem, and Jehoshaphat in the forefront of them, to go again to Jerusalem with joy; for the LORD had made them to rejoice over their enemies.Ver. 27. And Jehoshaphat in the forefront of them.] Heb., In the head of them. Among the Romans no man was to ride in triumph, unless he had overcome fifty thousand enemies, or except he had got five victories; and then the conqueror in his triumphant chariot rode to the capitol, where in all humility he presented a palm to Jupiter, whereby he acknowledged it was his power whereby the enemy was vanquished. Good Jehoshaphat is here riding in triumph to Jerusalem, there to acknowledge, that not Jupiter, but Jehovah had made them to rejoice over their enemies. Isid. Liv., lib. vi. dec. 3.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:27
(27) Then.—And.Every man.—All the men (collective). In the forefront of them.—At their head. LXX., ἡγούμενοςαὐτῶν.To go again . . . with joy.—They returned, as they came, in festal procession. The Lord had made them to rejoice.—See the same phrase, Ezra 6:22; Nehemiah 12:43. (Comp. Psalms 30:2.) LXX., well, ἐνεὐφροσύνῃμεγάλῃ, ὅτιεὔφρανεναὐτοὺςκύριοςἀπὸτῶνἐχθρῶναὐτῶν.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:27
Verse 27. Jehoshaphat in the forefront of them] He was their leader in all these spiritual, holy, fatiguing, and self-denying exercises. What a noble and persuasive pattern!
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 20:27
27. with joy] Rather, with rejoicing; cp. 2 Chronicles 20:28. LXX., ἐνεὐφροσύνῃμεγάλῃ.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 20:27
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How Do We Maintain Joy? by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that the joy of the Lord is our strength, as illustrated in Nehemiah 8:10, where the Israelites, after returning from Babylonian captivity, were captivat |
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(Hebrews) ch.1:1-3:8 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of looking to Jesus as the ultimate example and source of God's final message to mankind. The book of Hebrews repeatedly urges |
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(Hebrews) ch.5:7-6:15 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Jesus as a man who experienced temptation and fear of falling into sin. He emphasizes that Jesus, as our high priest, was tempted in every w |
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Calvary Chapel Cosa Mesa - Session 1 by K.P. Yohannan | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the urgency of the harvest and the importance of sharing the love of God with those who are lost. He shares a story of Jesus encountering a w |
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Are You Following Jesus or Admiring Him? by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of not just admiring Jesus, but also following Him. It discusses the need for balance in our Christian life, transitioning from admiration and |
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Calvary Chapel Cosa Mesa - Session 4 by K.P. Yohannan | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the urgency of the harvest and the importance of sharing the love of God with those who are lost. He shares a story of Jesus encountering a w |
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(The Life of Jesus) His Exultation by Earle Maxwell | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of Christ in our lives. He highlights three key aspects of Christ: Christ as our leader, Christ as the truth, and Christ as th |