2 Chronicles 20:30
2 Chronicles 20:30 in Multiple Translations
Then Jehoshaphat’s kingdom was at peace, for his God had given him rest on every side.
So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet: for his God gave him rest round about.
So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet; for his God gave him rest round about.
So the kingdom of Jehoshaphat was quiet, for the Lord gave him rest on every side.
Jehoshaphat and his kingdom were at peace, for God gave him rest—there were no attacks from any direction.
So the kingdom of Iehoshaphat was quiet, and his God gaue him rest on euery side.
and the kingdom of Jehoshaphat is quiet, and his God giveth rest to him round about.
So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet, for his God gave him rest all around.
So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet: for his God gave him rest on all sides.
And the kingdom of Josaphat was quiet, and God gave him peace round about.
Then there was peace in the kingdom that was ruled by Jehoshaphat, because God had caused the surrounding nations not to attack it.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Chronicles 20:30
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2 Chronicles 20:30 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/תִּשְׁקֹ֖ט
מַלְכ֣וּת
יְהוֹשָׁפָ֑ט
וַ/יָּ֧נַֽח
ל֦/וֹ
אֱלֹהָ֖י/ו
מִ/סָּבִֽיב
וַ/תִּשְׁקֹ֖ט
shâqaṭ
H8252
to quiet
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
מַלְכ֣וּת
malkûwth
H4438
royalty
N-fs
יְהוֹשָׁפָ֑ט
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
Jehoshaphat
N-proper
וַ/יָּ֧נַֽח
nûwach
H5117
to rest
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
ל֦/וֹ
Prep | Suff
אֱלֹהָ֖י/ו
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp | Suff
מִ/סָּבִֽיב
çâbîyb
H5439
around
Prep | N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 20:30
וַ/תִּשְׁקֹ֖ט
shâqaṭ
H8252
"to quiet"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
To quiet or be at peace is what this Hebrew word means, like the stillness after a storm, as described in Psalm 107:30.
Definition: 1) to be quiet, be tranquil, be at peace, be quiet, rest, lie still, be undisturbed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be quiet, be undisturbed 1a1a) to be at peace (of land) 1a2) to be quiet, be inactive 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to show quietness 1b1a) quietness, display of quietness (subst) 1b2) to quiet, be quiet 1b3) to cause quietness, pacify, allay
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: appease, idleness, (at, be at, be in, give) quiet(-ness), (be at, be in, give, have, take) rest, settle, be still. See also: Joshua 11:23; Psalms 76:9; Psalms 83:2.
מַלְכ֣וּת
malkûwth
H4438
"royalty"
N-fs
Royalty or royal power refers to the authority and dominion of a king or queen, like Solomon's reign in Israel. It can also mean the kingdom or territory ruled by a monarch. The word is used in the Bible to describe sovereign power and authority.
Definition: 1) royalty, royal power, reign, kingdom, sovereign power 1a) royal power, dominion 1b) reign 1c) kingdom, realm Aramaic equivalent: mal.khu (מַלְכוּ "kingdom" H4437)
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: empire, kingdom, realm, reign, royal. See also: Numbers 24:7; Esther 1:9; Psalms 45:7.
יְהוֹשָׁפָ֑ט
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.
וַ/יָּ֧נַֽח
nûwach
H5117
"to rest"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
To rest means to settle down and remain in one place, and can be used literally or figuratively. This verb appears in many parts of the Bible, including Exodus 20:11 and Matthew 11:28.
Definition: 1) to rest 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rest, settle down and remain 1a2) to repose, have rest, be quiet 1b) (Hiph) 1b1) to cause to rest, give rest to, make quiet 1b2) to cause to rest, cause to alight, set down 1b3) to lay or set down, deposit, let lie, place 1b4) to let remain, leave 1b5) to leave, depart from 1b6) to abandon 1b7) to permit 1c) (Hoph) 1c1) to obtain rest, be granted rest 1c2) to be left, be placed 1c3) open space (subst) Also means: ya.nach (יָנַח "to rest" H3240)
Usage: Occurs in 67 OT verses. KJV: cease, be confederate, lay, let down, (be) quiet, remain, (cause to, be at, give, have, make to) rest, set down. Compare H3241 (יָנִים). See also: Genesis 8:4; Nehemiah 9:28; Psalms 125:3.
ל֦/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
אֱלֹהָ֖י/ו
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
מִ/סָּבִֽיב
çâbîyb
H5439
"around"
Prep | N-cs
This word describes something that surrounds or encompasses, like a circle or neighborhood, and can also mean around or about, as in on every side. It is used to describe physical locations and proximity. The KJV translates it as about or circuit.
Definition: : around/border subst 1) places round about, circuit, round about adv 2) in a circuit, a circuit, round about prep 3) in the circuit, from every side
Usage: Occurs in 282 OT verses. KJV: (place, round) about, circuit, compass, on every side. See also: Genesis 23:17; 1 Kings 7:24; Psalms 3:7.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 20:30
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Context — The Joyful Return
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.
30Then Jehoshaphat’s kingdom was at peace, for his God had given him rest on every side.
31So Jehoshaphat reigned over Judah. He was thirty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-five years. His mother’s name was Azubah daughter of Shilhi. 32And Jehoshaphat walked in the way of his father Asa and did not turn away from it; he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Chronicles 15:15 | And all Judah rejoiced over the oath, for they had sworn it with all their heart. They had sought Him earnestly, and He was found by them. So the LORD gave them rest on every side. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 14:6–7 | Because the land was at peace, Asa built fortified cities in Judah. In those days no one made war with him, because the LORD had given him rest. So he said to the people of Judah, “Let us build these cities and surround them with walls and towers, with doors and bars. The land is still ours because we have sought the LORD our God. We have sought Him and He has given us rest on every side.” So they built and prospered. |
| 3 | 2 Samuel 7:1 | After the king had settled into his palace and the LORD had given him rest from all his enemies around him, |
| 4 | Joshua 23:1 | A long time after the LORD had given Israel rest from all the enemies around them, when Joshua was old and well along in years, |
| 5 | Proverbs 16:7 | When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him. |
| 6 | Job 34:29 | But when He remains silent, who can condemn Him? When He hides His face, who can see Him? Yet He watches over both man and nation, |
| 7 | John 14:27 | Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid. |
2 Chronicles 20:30 Summary
[This verse means that after God helped Jehoshaphat win a big battle, his kingdom was finally at peace, with no more wars or threats from other countries, much like the promise in Deuteronomy 12:10. God had given him rest on every side, which means he didn't have to worry about being attacked or hurt. This is similar to what Jesus promises His followers in John 14:27, where He says He will give us peace that the world cannot give. We can trust God to give us peace and rest, just like Jehoshaphat did, and experience the same kind of peace that he had.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to give rest on every side?
According to 2 Chronicles 20:30, when God gives rest on every side, it means He provides peace and security, free from external threats or conflicts, as seen in Joshua 21:44 and Deuteronomy 12:10.
How did Jehoshaphat's trust in God lead to peace in his kingdom?
Jehoshaphat's trust in God led to peace in his kingdom because he sought God's help and guidance, as seen in 2 Chronicles 20:3-13, and God honored his faith by fighting on his behalf, as stated in 2 Chronicles 20:15 and 2 Chronicles 20:17.
Is this kind of peace available to believers today?
Yes, this kind of peace is available to believers today, as Jesus promised in John 14:27 and Philippians 4:7, where He says that His peace will guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
What can we learn from Jehoshaphat's experience about trusting God in times of uncertainty?
We can learn that trusting God in times of uncertainty, like Jehoshaphat did, allows us to experience God's peace and rest, as seen in Isaiah 26:3-4 and Matthew 11:28-30, where God promises to give us rest for our souls.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need God to give me rest and peace, and how can I trust Him to provide it?
- How can I, like Jehoshaphat, seek God's help and guidance in times of uncertainty and conflict?
- What does it mean for me to 'walk in the way of the Lord' as Jehoshaphat did, and how can I apply this to my daily life?
- In what ways can I, as a believer, be a source of peace and rest to those around me, as God was to Jehoshaphat's kingdom?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 20:30
So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet,.... Both within and without; they were at peace among themselves, and none from abroad dared to molest them: for his God gave him rest round about; from all his
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 20:30
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 20:30
2 Chronicles 20:30 So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet: for his God gave him rest round about.Ver. 30. For his God gave him rest.] "It is a righteous thing with God to recompense tribulation to them that trouble his: and to them who are troubled, rest," if not afore, yet at least "when the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven," &c.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:30
(30) So the realm of Jehoshaphat.—The same is said of Asa’s kingdom (2 Chronicles 14:5-6; 2 Chronicles 15:15). (Comp. the similar notices in Judges of the rest which followed upon the overthrow of a national enemy, e.g., Judges 3:30.)
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