2 Chronicles 20:33
2 Chronicles 20:33 in Multiple Translations
The high places, however, were not removed; the people had not yet set their hearts on the God of their fathers.
Howbeit the high places were not taken away: for as yet the people had not prepared their hearts unto the God of their fathers.
Howbeit the high places were not taken away; neither as yet had the people set their hearts unto the God of their fathers.
The high places, however, were not taken away, and the hearts of the people were still not true to the God of their fathers.
However, the high places were not removed, and the people were not committed to the God of their forefathers.
Howbeit the hie places were not taken away: for the people had not yet prepared their hearts vnto the God of their fathers.
Only, the high places have not turned aside, and still the people have not prepared their heart for the God of their fathers.
However the high places were not taken away, and the people had still not set their hearts on the God of their fathers.
But the high places were not taken away: for as yet the people had not prepared their hearts to the God of their fathers.
But yet he took not away the high places, and the people had not yet turned their heart to the Lord the God of their fathers.
But he did not get rid of the shrines on the hilltops, and many of the people still did not faithfully do what the God whom their ancestors belonged to wanted.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Chronicles 20:33
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2 Chronicles 20:33 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אַ֥ךְ
הַ/בָּמ֖וֹת
לֹא
סָ֑רוּ
וְ/ע֤וֹד
הָ/עָם֙
לֹא
הֵכִ֣ינוּ
לְבָבָ֔/ם
לֵ/אלֹהֵ֖י
אֲבֹתֵי/הֶֽם
אַ֥ךְ
ʼak
H389
surely
DirObjM
הַ/בָּמ֖וֹת
bâmâh
H1116
high place
Art | N-fp
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
סָ֑רוּ
çûwr
H5493
to turn aside
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
וְ/ע֤וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Conj | Adv
הָ/עָם֙
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Art | N-ms
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
הֵכִ֣ינוּ
kûwn
H3559
to establish
V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
לְבָבָ֔/ם
lêbâb
H3824
heart
N-ms | Suff
לֵ/אלֹהֵ֖י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
Prep | N-mp
אֲבֹתֵי/הֶֽם
ʼâb
H1
father
N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 20:33
אַ֥ךְ
ʼak
H389
"surely"
DirObjM
This Hebrew word is used to emphasize something, like saying 'surely' or 'certainly'. It can also be used to limit or restrict something, like saying 'only' or 'but'.
Definition: 1) indeed, surely (emphatic) 2) howbeit, only, but, yet (restrictive)
Usage: Occurs in 157 OT verses. KJV: also, in any wise, at least, but, certainly, even, howbeit, nevertheless, notwithstanding, only, save, surely, of a surety, truly, verily, [phrase] wherefore, yet (but). See also: Genesis 7:23; 2 Kings 23:35; Psalms 23:6.
הַ/בָּמ֖וֹת
bâmâh
H1116
"high place"
Art | N-fp
A high place or elevation, often referring to a cultic platform or mountain. In the Bible, it can also refer to battlefields or funeral mounds, as seen in various passages.
Definition: 1) high place, ridge, height, bamah (technical name for cultic platform) 1a) high place, mountain 1b) high places, battlefields 1c) high places (as places of worship) 1d) funeral mound?
Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: height, high place, wave. See also: Leviticus 26:30; 1 Chronicles 16:39; Psalms 18:34.
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
סָ֑רוּ
çûwr
H5493
"to turn aside"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
To turn aside or remove is the meaning of this verb, used in various forms throughout the Bible. It can mean to depart, avoid, or put something away, and is often used in the context of turning away from sin or wrongdoing, as seen in the actions of prophets and leaders in the Old Testament.
Definition: : remove 1) to turn aside, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn aside, turn in unto 1a2) to depart, depart from way, avoid 1a3) to be removed 1a4) to come to an end 1b) (Polel) to turn aside 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to turn aside, cause to depart, remove, take away, put away, depose 1c2) to put aside, leave undone, retract, reject, abolish 1d) (Hophal) to be taken away, be removed
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: be(-head), bring, call back, decline, depart, eschew, get (you), go (aside), [idiom] grievous, lay away (by), leave undone, be past, pluck away, put (away, down), rebel, remove (to and fro), revolt, [idiom] be sour, take (away, off), turn (aside, away, in), withdraw, be without. See also: Genesis 8:13; 2 Samuel 6:10; Psalms 6:9.
וְ/ע֤וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
"still"
Conj | Adv
The word 'still' means something continues or happens again, like in Genesis 29:26 and Isaiah 2:11. It can also mean 'more' or 'additionally'.
Definition: subst 1) a going round, continuance adv 2) still, yet, again, besides 2a) still, yet (of continuance or persistence) 2b) still, yet, more (of addition or repetition) 2c) again 2d) still, moreover, besides Aramaic equivalent: od (עוֹד "still" H5751)
Usage: Occurs in 459 OT verses. KJV: again, [idiom] all life long, at all, besides, but, else, further(-more), henceforth, (any) longer, (any) more(-over), [idiom] once, since, (be) still, when, (good, the) while (having being), (as, because, whether, while) yet (within). See also: Genesis 4:25; Judges 9:37; 2 Chronicles 32:16.
הָ/עָם֙
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Art | 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.
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
הֵכִ֣ינוּ
kûwn
H3559
"to establish"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
This verb means to set something up or establish it, like setting up a tent or appointing someone to a position, as seen in Isaiah 7:14.
Definition: : prepare/direct 1) to be firm, be stable, be established 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be set up, be established, be fixed 1a1a) to be firmly established 1a1b) to be established, be stable, be secure, be enduring 1a1c) to be fixed, be securely determined 1a2) to be directed aright, be fixed aright, be steadfast (moral sense) 1a3) to prepare, be ready 1a4) to be prepared, be arranged, be settled 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to establish, set up, accomplish, do, make firm 1b2) to fix, make ready, prepare, provide, provide for, furnish 1b3) to direct toward (moral sense) 1b4) to arrange, order 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be established, be fastened 1c2) to be prepared, be ready 1d) (Polel) 1d1) to set up, establish 1d2) to constitute, make 1d3) to fix 1d4) to direct 1e) (Pulal) to be established, be prepared 1f) (Hithpolel) to be established, be restored
Usage: Occurs in 211 OT verses. KJV: certain(-ty), confirm, direct, faithfulness, fashion, fasten, firm, be fitted, be fixed, frame, be meet, ordain, order, perfect, (make) preparation, prepare (self), provide, make provision, (be, make) ready, right, set (aright, fast, forth), be stable, (e-) stablish, stand, tarry, [idiom] very deed. See also: Genesis 41:32; Job 18:12; Psalms 5:10.
לְבָבָ֔/ם
lêbâb
H3824
"heart"
N-ms | Suff
The heart is the innermost part of a person, including their mind, will, and emotions. In the book of Psalms, David talks about his heart being heavy with sorrow, while in the book of Proverbs, it discusses the importance of guarding one's heart.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, soul, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage Aramaic equivalent: le.vav (לְבַב "heart" H3825)
Usage: Occurs in 230 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] bethink themselves, breast, comfortably, courage, ((faint), (tender-) heart(-ed), midst, mind, [idiom] unawares, understanding. See also: Genesis 20:5; 1 Chronicles 17:2; Psalms 4:5.
לֵ/אלֹהֵ֖י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
Prep | N-mp
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.
אֲבֹתֵי/הֶֽם
ʼâb
H1
"father"
N-mp | Suff
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 20:33
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- 2 Chronicles 20:33 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 20:33
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 20:33
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:33
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:33
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:33
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:33
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 20:33
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 20:33
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:33
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 20:33
Context — Summary of Jehoshaphat’s Reign
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.
33The high places, however, were not removed; the people had not yet set their hearts on the God of their fathers.
34As for the rest of the acts of Jehoshaphat, from beginning to end, they are indeed written in the Chronicles of Jehu son of Hanani, which are recorded in the Book of the Kings of Israel. 35Later, Jehoshaphat king of Judah made an alliance with Ahaziah king of Israel, who acted wickedly.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Chronicles 17:6 | And his heart took delight in the ways of the LORD; furthermore, he removed the high places and Asherah poles from Judah. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 19:3 | However, some good is found in you, for you have removed the Asherah poles from the land and have set your heart on seeking God.” |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 12:14 | And Rehoboam did evil because he did not set his heart to seek the LORD. |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 7:3 | Then Samuel said to all the house of Israel, “If you are returning to the LORD with all your hearts, then rid yourselves of the foreign gods and Ashtoreths among you, prepare your hearts for the LORD, and serve Him only. And He will deliver you from the hand of the Philistines.” |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 14:3 | He removed the foreign altars and high places, shattered the sacred pillars, and chopped down the Asherah poles. |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 30:19 | who sets his heart on seeking God—the LORD, the God of his fathers—even if he is not cleansed according to the purification rules of the sanctuary.” |
| 7 | Deuteronomy 29:4 | Yet to this day the LORD has not given you a mind to understand, eyes to see, or ears to hear. |
2 Chronicles 20:33 Summary
This verse tells us that even though King Jehoshaphat was doing what was right in the eyes of the Lord, the people of Judah were still worshiping at the high places, which was against God's commands. This shows that just because a leader is doing what is right, it does not mean that the people will automatically follow. The people had to make a personal decision to set their hearts on the God of their fathers, just like we do today (as seen in Joshua 24:15 and Romans 10:9-10). We can learn from this verse that it is not just about having a good leader, but about each person making a choice to follow God with their whole heart, as stated in Deuteronomy 6:5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the high places mentioned in 2 Chronicles 20:33?
The high places were locations where the people of Judah would offer sacrifices and worship other gods, which was against God's command in Deuteronomy 12:2-3 and Leviticus 26:30.
Why did the people not set their hearts on the God of their fathers?
The people had not yet fully committed to following the one true God, as seen in their actions and the presence of the high places, which is a reminder that true faith requires a personal decision to follow God, as stated in Joshua 24:15 and Matthew 22:37-38.
How does this verse relate to the rest of 2 Chronicles 20?
This verse provides a contrast to the overall positive actions of King Jehoshaphat, highlighting that even with a righteous leader, the people's hearts can still be far from God, similar to the situation in 2 Chronicles 17:3-6 where Jehoshaphat's actions pleased God but the people still had much to learn.
What can we learn from the fact that the high places were not removed?
The fact that the high places were not removed serves as a reminder that even with good intentions and actions, there can still be areas in our lives where we are not fully surrendered to God, as seen in the example of King Asa in 1 Kings 15:13-14 who removed the idols but did not remove the high places.
Reflection Questions
- What are the 'high places' in my life that I need to remove in order to fully follow God?
- In what ways can I set my heart on the God of my fathers, just as the Israelites were called to do?
- How can I ensure that my actions and heart are aligned with God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:5 and Matthew 22:37-40?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be compromising with the world, similar to the people of Judah who did not remove the high places?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 20:33
Howbeit, the high places were not taken away,.... The high places, where idols were worshipped, were taken away, 2 Chronicles 17:6, but not those where sacrifices were offered to the true God: for as
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 20:33
Howbeit the high places were not taken away: for as yet the people had not prepared their hearts unto the God of their fathers. The high places were not taken away.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:33
The high places where not taken away; not fully nor universally; of which See Poole "". The fault was not in Jehoshaphat, but in the people, who, though they did worship the true God, yet would not be confined to the temple, but for their own conveniency, or from their affection to their ancient custom, chose to worship him in the high places; which Jehoshaphat was forced to connive at, lest those people, being debarred from that dearly-beloved practice, should fall into a neglect of God and his worship.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:33
2 Chronicles 20:33 Howbeit the high places were not taken away: for as yet the people had not prepared their hearts unto the God of their fathers.Ver. 33. For as yet the people had not prepared their hearts.] They could not find in their hearts, though Jehoshaphat had been at much pains with them, to part with their accustomed sacrificing in those high places; nor could the king yet bring them to it. That tyrant of three letters, Mos , or custom, is very prevalent everywhere. The people called Hircani had an absurd custom of casting their dead to be devoured by dogs, which were kept for the purpose at the public charge, and called grave dogs. And whenas king Nicanor would have broke them of that barbarous custom, he hardly escaped the loss of his kingdom and life together. Cicero. Nicronym.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:33
(33) Howbeit the high places were not taken away.—This is no contradiction of 2 Chronicles 17:6, “And further (or again), he took away the high places.” There the holy places of heathenism, here those of the illegal worship of Jehovah, appear to be meant.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:33
Verse 33. The high places were not taken away] The idolatry, as we have seen, was universally suppressed; but some of the places where that worship had been performed were not destroyed. Some of them still remained; and these, to such a fickle people, became the means of idolatry in reigns less propitious to truth and religion.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 20:33
33. the high places] Cp. 2 Chronicles 15:17, note. for as yet the people had not prepared their hearts] R.V. neither as yet had the people set their hearts; cp. 2 Chronicles 12:14. In Kings it is said particularly that the people sacrificed and burnt incense at the high places.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 20:33
The latter clause of this verse helps to reconcile the first clause with the statement that Jehoshaphat “took away the high places” (see 2 Chronicles 15:17 note).
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 20:33
31-37. Compare notes on the parallel passage, 1 Kings 22:41-49.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 20:33
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Jehoshaphat's Revival by Timothy Williams | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a heart that is open to God's reproof. He uses the story of Jehoshaphat to illustrate how disobedience and indiffer |
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His Heart Was Lifted Up in The by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of lifting our hearts to God, encouraging believers to rise above the burdens of daily life and seek the serene presence of the Father. He draw |
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Jehoshaphat's Reform by C.I. Scofield | C.I. Scofield preaches on the story of Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 19:1-11, highlighting the importance of recognizing and repenting from sin, and the fruits of righteousness that |
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A Prepared Heart by Teresa Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of the word of God to bring hope and transformation to broken hearts. He shares the story of a young man who, despite being surrou |
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He Did Not Set His Heart by Russell Kelfer | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Rehoboam, the son of Solomon, and his reign as king. The sermon emphasizes the importance of humbling oneself before God and th |
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Only Those Prepared Here by Thomas Shepard | Thomas Shepard preaches about the importance of being ready and prepared in this life for Christ to enjoy eternal communion with Him. He emphasizes that men are naturally unfit for |
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He Did Evil, Because He Prepared Not His Heart by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the necessity of preparing one's heart to seek the Lord, as illustrated in 2 Chronicles 12:14. He warns that without a fixed determination to follow God's wil |