2 Chronicles 22:3
2 Chronicles 22:3 in Multiple Translations
Ahaziah also walked in the ways of the house of Ahab, for his mother was his counselor in wickedness.
He also walked in the ways of the house of Ahab: for his mother was his counsellor to do wickedly.
He also walked in the ways of the house of Ahab; for his mother was his counsellor to do wickedly.
He went in the ways of the family of Ahab, for his mother was his teacher in evil-doing.
Ahaziah also followed the evil ways of the family of Ahab, for his mother encouraged him to do wicked things.
He walked also in the wayes of the house of Ahab: for his mother counselled him to doe wickedly.
he also hath walked in the ways of the house of Ahab, for his mother hath been his counsellor to do wickedly.
He also walked in the ways of Ahab’s house, because his mother was his counselor in acting wickedly.
He also walked in the ways of the house of Ahab: for his mother was his counselor to do wickedly.
He also walked in the ways of the house of Achab: for his mother pushed him on to do wickedly.
King Ahaziah conducted his life just like the members of Ahab’s family had done, because his mother encouraged him to do things that are evil.
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2 Chronicles 22:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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גַּם
ה֣וּא
הָלַ֔ךְ
בְּ/דַרְכֵ֖י
בֵּ֣ית
אַחְאָ֑ב
כִּ֥י
אִמּ֛/וֹ
הָיְתָ֥ה
יֽוֹעַצְתּ֖/וֹ
לְ/הַרְשִֽׁיעַ
גַּם
gam
H1571
also
DirObjM
ה֣וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
הָלַ֔ךְ
hâlak
H1980
to go
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
בְּ/דַרְכֵ֖י
derek
H1870
way
Prep | N-cp
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
אַחְאָ֑ב
ʼAchʼâb
H256
Ahab
N-proper
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
אִמּ֛/וֹ
ʼêm
H517
mother
N-fs | Suff
הָיְתָ֥ה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
יֽוֹעַצְתּ֖/וֹ
yâʻats
H3289
to advise
V-Qal | Suff
לְ/הַרְשִֽׁיעַ
râshaʻ
H7561
be wicked
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 22:3
גַּם
gam
H1571
"also"
DirObjM
Also means 'even' or 'too', used for emphasis or to connect ideas, like 'both...and' or 'neither...nor'. It can introduce a climax or show contrast.
Definition: 1) also, even, indeed, moreover, yea 1a) also, moreover (giving emphasis) 1b) neither, neither...nor (with negative) 1c) even (for stress) 1d) indeed, yea (introducing climax) 1e) also (of correspondence or retribution) 1f) but, yet, though (adversative) 1g) even, yea, yea though (with 'when' in hypothetical case) 2) (TWOT) again, alike
Usage: Occurs in 661 OT verses. KJV: again, alike, also, (so much) as (soon), both (so)...and, but, either...or, even, for all, (in) likewise (manner), moreover, nay...neither, one, then(-refore), though, what, with, yea. See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 19:9; 1 Samuel 14:21.
ה֣וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
הָלַ֔ךְ
hâlak
H1980
"to go"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
Means to walk or go, used in many different contexts in the Bible. It can describe physical movement, but also spiritual or emotional journeys. Appears in various forms, such as 'to go' or 'to walk'.
Definition: : walk/move 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) (Piel) 1b1) to walk 1b2) to walk (fig.) 1c) (Hithpael) 1c1) to traverse 1c2) to walk about 1d) (Niphal) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 473 OT verses. KJV: (all) along, apace, behave (self), come, (on) continually, be conversant, depart, [phrase] be eased, enter, exercise (self), [phrase] follow, forth, forward, get, go (about, abroad, along, away, forward, on, out, up and down), [phrase] greater, grow, be wont to haunt, lead, march, [idiom] more and more, move (self), needs, on, pass (away), be at the point, quite, run (along), [phrase] send, speedily, spread, still, surely, [phrase] tale-bearer, [phrase] travel(-ler), walk (abroad, on, to and fro, up and down, to places), wander, wax, (way-) faring man, [idiom] be weak, whirl. See also: Genesis 2:14; Judges 4:9; 1 Kings 13:12.
בְּ/דַרְכֵ֖י
derek
H1870
"way"
Prep | N-cp
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
אַחְאָ֑ב
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.
כִּ֥י
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.
אִמּ֛/וֹ
ʼêm
H517
"mother"
N-fs | Suff
The Hebrew word for 'mother' is used in the Bible to describe a female parent or a maternal figure. It can also refer to the source or origin of something, such as a river or a family. In some cases, it is used figuratively to describe a person's relationship to others.
Definition: 1) mother 1a) of humans 1b) of Deborah's relationship to the people (fig.) 1c) of animals 2) point of departure or division
Usage: Occurs in 202 OT verses. KJV: dam, mother, [idiom] parting. See also: Genesis 2:24; 2 Kings 4:19; Psalms 22:10.
הָיְתָ֥ה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
יֽוֹעַצְתּ֖/וֹ
yâʻats
H3289
"to advise"
V-Qal | Suff
This Hebrew word means to advise or counsel someone, like giving guidance or planning something. It is used in the Bible to describe people seeking advice or working together to make a plan. The KJV translates it as advise or counsel.
Definition: 1) to advise, consult, give counsel, counsel, purpose, devise, plan 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to advise, counsel, give counsel, consult 1a2) counsellor (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to consult together, exchange counsel, deliberate, counsel together 1c) (Hithpael) to conspire
Usage: Occurs in 73 OT verses. KJV: advertise, take advise, advise (well), consult, (give, take) counsel(-lor), determine, devise, guide, purpose. See also: Exodus 18:19; Job 26:3; Psalms 16:7.
לְ/הַרְשִֽׁיעַ
râshaʻ
H7561
"be wicked"
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
Being wicked or acting wrongly is what this Hebrew word describes. In Psalm 37:7, the Bible warns against being wicked and instead encourages trusting in God.
Definition: 1) to be wicked, act wickedly 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be wicked, act wickedly 1a2) to be guilty, be condemned 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to condemn as guilty (in civil relations) 1b2) to condemn as guilty (in ethical or religious relations) 1b3) to act wickedly (in ethics and religion)
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: condemn, make trouble, vex, be (commit, deal, depart, do) wicked(-ly, -ness). See also: Exodus 22:8; Job 32:3; Psalms 18:22.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 22:3
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- Context
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- 2 Chronicles 22:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 22:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 22:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 22:3
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 22:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 22:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 22:3
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 22:3
Context — Ahaziah Reigns in Judah
1Then the people of Jerusalem made Ahaziah, the youngest son of Jehoram, king in his place, since the raiders who had come into the camp with the Arabs had killed all the older sons. So Ahaziah son of Jehoram became king of Judah.
2Ahaziah was twenty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem one year. His mother’s name was Athaliah, the granddaughter of Omri.
3Ahaziah also walked in the ways of the house of Ahab, for his mother was his counselor in wickedness.
4And he did evil in the sight of the LORD, as the house of Ahab had done, for to his destruction they were his counselors after the death of his father. 5Ahaziah also followed their counsel and went with Joram son of Ahab king of Israel to fight against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. But the Arameans wounded Joram.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 27:12–13 | What if my father touches me? Then I would be revealed to him as a deceiver, and I would bring upon myself a curse rather than a blessing.” His mother replied, “Your curse be on me, my son. Just obey my voice and go get them for me.” |
| 2 | Genesis 6:4–5 | The Nephilim were on the earth in those days—and afterward as well—when the sons of God had relations with the daughters of men. And they bore them children who became the mighty men of old, men of renown. Then the LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great upon the earth, and that every inclination of the thoughts of his heart was altogether evil all the time. |
| 3 | Judges 17:4–5 | So he returned the silver to his mother, and she took two hundred shekels of silver and gave them to a silversmith, who made them into a graven image and a molten idol. And they were placed in the house of Micah. Now this man Micah had a shrine, and he made an ephod and some household idols, and ordained one of his sons as his priest. |
| 4 | Acts 4:19 | But Peter and John replied, “Judge for yourselves whether it is right in God’s sight to listen to you rather than God. |
| 5 | Nehemiah 13:23–27 | In those days I also saw Jews who had married women from Ashdod, Ammon, and Moab. Half of their children spoke the language of Ashdod or of the other peoples, but could not speak the language of Judah. I rebuked them and called down curses on them. I beat some of these men and pulled out their hair. Then I made them take an oath before God and said, “You must not give your daughters in marriage to their sons or take their daughters as wives for your sons or for yourselves! Did not King Solomon of Israel sin in matters like this? There was not a king like him among many nations, and he was loved by his God, who made him king over all Israel—yet foreign women drew him into sin. Must we now hear that you too are doing all this terrible evil and acting unfaithfully against our God by marrying foreign women?” |
| 6 | Matthew 10:37 | Anyone who loves his father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me; anyone who loves his son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me; |
| 7 | Matthew 14:8–11 | Prompted by her mother, she said, “Give me here on a platter the head of John the Baptist.” The king was grieved, but because of his oaths and his guests, he ordered that her wish be granted and sent to have John beheaded in the prison. John’s head was brought in on a platter and presented to the girl, who carried it to her mother. |
| 8 | Malachi 2:15 | Has not the LORD made them one, having a portion of the Spirit? And why one? Because He seeks godly offspring. So guard yourselves in your spirit and do not break faith with the wife of your youth. |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 7:3–4 | Do not intermarry with them. Do not give your daughters to their sons or take their daughters for your sons, because they will turn your sons away from following Me to serve other gods. Then the anger of the LORD will burn against you, and He will swiftly destroy you. |
| 10 | Deuteronomy 13:6–10 | If your very own brother, or your son or daughter, or the wife you embrace, or your closest friend secretly entices you, saying, “Let us go and worship other gods” (which neither you nor your fathers have known, the gods of the peoples around you, whether near or far, whether from one end of the earth or the other), you must not yield to him or listen to him. Show him no pity, and do not spare him or shield him. Instead, you must surely kill him. Your hand must be the first against him to put him to death, and then the hands of all the people. Stone him to death for trying to turn you away from the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. |
2 Chronicles 22:3 Summary
This verse tells us that Ahaziah, the king of Judah, made some bad choices because his mom was a bad influence on him. She encouraged him to do evil things, just like the family of Ahab had done before them (as seen in 1 Kings 21:25-26). This reminds us that the people we surround ourselves with can have a big impact on our lives, and we should try to surround ourselves with people who will encourage us to follow God's ways (as encouraged in Proverbs 22:6). By following God's commands and seeking wise counsel, we can avoid walking in the ways of wickedness and instead follow the path of righteousness (as described in Psalm 1:1-3).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Ahaziah walking in the ways of the house of Ahab?
Ahaziah's decision to follow the ways of Ahab's household indicates his rejection of God's commands and his embracing of idolatrous practices, as seen in 1 Kings 21:25-26, which ultimately led to his downfall.
How did Ahaziah's mother influence his actions as king?
Athaliah, Ahaziah's mother, was a counselor in wickedness, meaning she encouraged and advised him to engage in evil deeds, as stated in 2 Chronicles 22:3, which is reminiscent of the prophet Isaiah's warning about the influence of bad advisors in Isaiah 9:16.
What does this verse reveal about the importance of parental influence?
This verse highlights the significant impact that parents can have on their children's spiritual lives, as seen in the case of Ahaziah, where his mother's counsel led him down a path of wickedness, emphasizing the need for parents to model godly behavior and provide wise counsel, as encouraged in Proverbs 22:6 and Ephesians 6:4.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of spiritual leadership?
The verse underscores the importance of spiritual leaders seeking wise and godly counsel, rather than following the advice of those who would lead them astray, as warned in Proverbs 12:26 and 1 Corinthians 15:33, emphasizing the need for leaders to surround themselves with people who will encourage them to follow God's ways.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I may be seeking counsel from ungodly sources, and how can I instead surround myself with people who will encourage me to follow God's ways?
- How can I, like Ahaziah, be tempted to follow the ways of the world, and what are some strategies I can use to resist this temptation?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be walking in the ways of the house of Ahab, and how can I turn back to following God's commands?
- In what ways can I, as a parent or spiritual leader, provide wise and godly counsel to those under my care, and how can I model the behavior I want to see in them?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 22:3
He also walked in the ways of the house of Ahab,.... As his father Jehoram had, 2 Chronicles 21:6 for his mother was his counsellor to do wickedly; to commit idolatry, who was of that idolatrous house.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 22:3
He also walked in the ways of the house of Ahab: for his mother was his counsellor to do wickedly. His mother was his counselor.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 22:3
Being a crafty and au imperious woman.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 22:3
2 Chronicles 22:3 He also walked in the ways of the house of Ahab: for his mother was his counsellor to do wickedly.Ver. 3. For his mother was his counsellor.] Mothers have a great influence upon their children, whether for good or evil. Catherine de Medici, queen mother of France, for instance, a second Athaliah.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 22:3
(3) He also.—The pronoun is emphatic: he too, like his father. Kings: “And he walked.” Walked in the ways of the house of Ahab.—2 Chronicles 21:6; 2 Chronicles 21:13; Micah 6:16. For his mother was his counsellor to do wickedly.—Not in Kings; an explanatory remark added by the chronicler. (Comp. 2 Chronicles 20:35; 2 Chronicles 21:6.) Her influence would be used in support of the Baal worship, which was the symbol of alliance with the northern kingdom.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 22:3
Verse 3. His mother was his counsellor] Athaliah, the wicked daughter of a wicked parent, and the wicked spouse of an unprincipled king.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 22:3
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Persecuted for Christ (Part 7) by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preaching the word of God without relying on notes or following a structured order of service. He highlights examples from |
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(Christian History) 9. Ideas of Reform and an Early Example of Reform by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of reform in the church and the need for change. He mentions an early example of a reform movement led by Joachim of Fiora, a Cist |
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