2 Chronicles 24:17
2 Chronicles 24:17 in Multiple Translations
After the death of Jehoiada, however, the officials of Judah came and paid homage to the king, and he listened to them.
Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened unto them.
Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened unto them.
Now after the death of Jehoiada, the chiefs of Judah came and went down on their faces before the king. Then the king gave ear to them.
But after the death of Jehoiada, the leaders of Judah came to swear their loyalty to the king, and he listened to their advice.
And after the death of Iehoiada, came the princes of Iudah, and did reuerence to the King, and the King hearkened vnto them.
And after the death of Jehoiada come in have heads of Judah, and bow themselves to the king; then hath the king hearkened unto them,
Now after the death of Jehoiada, the princes of Judah came and bowed down to the king. Then the king listened to them.
Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened to them.
And after the death of Joiada, the princes of Juda went in, and worshipped the king: and he was soothed by their services and hearkened to them.
After Jehoiada died, the leaders of Judah went to Joash, bowed in front of him, and persuaded him to do what they wanted.
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2 Chronicles 24:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אַֽחֲרֵ֥י
מוֹת֙
יְה֣וֹיָדָ֔ע
בָּ֚אוּ
שָׂרֵ֣י
יְהוּדָ֔ה
וַ/יִּֽשְׁתַּחֲו֖וּ
לַ/מֶּ֑לֶךְ
אָ֛ז
שָׁמַ֥ע
הַ/מֶּ֖לֶךְ
אֲלֵי/הֶֽם
וְ/אַֽחֲרֵ֥י
ʼachar
H310
after
Conj | Prep
מוֹת֙
mâveth
H4194
death
N-ms
יְה֣וֹיָדָ֔ע
Yᵉhôwyâdâʻ
H3077
Jehoiada
N-proper
בָּ֚אוּ
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
שָׂרֵ֣י
sar
H8269
ruler
N-mp
יְהוּדָ֔ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
Judah
N-proper
וַ/יִּֽשְׁתַּחֲו֖וּ
shâchâh
H7812
to bow
Conj | V-Hithpael-ConsecImperf-3mp
לַ/מֶּ֑לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
Prep | N-ms
אָ֛ז
ʼâz
H227
then
Adv
שָׁמַ֥ע
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
הַ/מֶּ֖לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
Art | N-ms
אֲלֵי/הֶֽם
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 24:17
וְ/אַֽחֲרֵ֥י
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Conj | Prep
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
מוֹת֙
mâveth
H4194
"death"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word refers to death, whether natural or violent, and is used in books like Genesis and Isaiah. It can also mean the place of the dead, or a state of ruin. This concept is seen in the story of Moses, where death is a punishment for disobedience.
Definition: 1) death, dying, Death (personified), realm of the dead 1a) death 1b) death by violence (as a penalty) 1c) state of death, place of death Aramaic equivalent: mot (מוֹת "death" H4193)
Usage: Occurs in 153 OT verses. KJV: (be) dead(-ly), death, die(-d). See also: Genesis 21:16; Job 38:17; Psalms 6:6.
יְה֣וֹיָדָ֔ע
Yᵉhôwyâdâʻ
H3077
"Jehoiada"
N-proper
Jehoiada means Jehovah knows, and was the name of three Israelites, including a high priest who helped King David and hid Joash from Athaliah. He is mentioned in Jeremiah 29:26.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.29.26 § Jehoiada = "Jehovah knows" 1) father of Benaiah, David's mighty warrior 2) leader of the priests who joined David at Hebron 3) high priest at the time of Athaliah's usurpation of the throne of Judah; hid Joash, the king's son, for six years and eventually replaced him on the throne of Judah 4) second priest, or sagan, to Seraiah the high priest
Usage: Occurs in 48 OT verses. KJV: Jehoiada. Compare H3111 (יוֹיָדָע). See also: 2 Samuel 8:18; 1 Chronicles 11:24; Jeremiah 29:26.
בָּ֚אוּ
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
שָׂרֵ֣י
sar
H8269
"ruler"
N-mp
A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.
Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden
Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.
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.
וַ/יִּֽשְׁתַּחֲו֖וּ
shâchâh
H7812
"to bow"
Conj | V-Hithpael-ConsecImperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to bow down, often as a sign of respect or worship. It is used in Genesis 24:52 to describe Abraham's servant bowing down to God. The word is about showing humility and respect to someone or something.
Definition: 1) to bow down 1a) (Qal) to bow down 1b)(Hiphil) to depress (fig) 1c) (Hithpael) 1c1) to bow down, prostrate oneself 1c1a) before superior in homage 1c1b) before God in worship 1c1c) before false gods 1c1d) before angel
Usage: Occurs in 166 OT verses. KJV: bow (self) down, crouch, fall down (flat), humbly beseech, do (make) obeisance, do reverence, make to stoop, worship. See also: Genesis 18:2; 1 Kings 9:9; Psalms 5:8.
לַ/מֶּ֑לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
Prep | 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.
אָ֛ז
ʼâz
H227
"then"
Adv
This Hebrew word refers to a past time or place, often used to describe something that happened earlier. It can also be used as a conjunction to show a cause-and-effect relationship. In the Bible, it appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) then, at that time 1a) temporal expressions 1a1) then (past) 1a2) then, if...then (future) 1a3) earlier 1b) logical expressions 1b1) in that case 1b2) that (being so)
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: beginning, for, from, hitherto, now, of old, once, since, then, at which time, yet. See also: Genesis 4:26; 1 Chronicles 22:13; Psalms 2:5.
שָׁמַ֥ע
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
הַ/מֶּ֖לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
Art | 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.
אֲלֵי/הֶֽם
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
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.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 24:17
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- Context
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- 2 Chronicles 24:17 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 24:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 24:17
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 24:17
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 24:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 24:17
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 24:17
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 24:17
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 24:17
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 24:17
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 24:17
Context — The Wickedness of Joash
15When Jehoiada was old and full of years, he died at the age of 130.
16And Jehoiada was buried with the kings in the City of David, because he had done what was good in Israel for God and His temple.
17After the death of Jehoiada, however, the officials of Judah came and paid homage to the king, and he listened to them.
18They abandoned the house of the LORD, the God of their fathers, and served the Asherah poles and idols. So wrath came upon Judah and Jerusalem for this guilt of theirs. 19Nevertheless, the LORD sent prophets to bring the people back to Him and to testify against them, but they would not listen.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 31:27 | For I know how rebellious and stiff-necked you are. If you are already rebelling against the LORD while I am still alive, how much more will you rebel after my death! |
| 2 | Proverbs 26:28 | A lying tongue hates those it crushes, and a flattering mouth causes ruin. |
| 3 | Acts 20:29–30 | I know that after my departure, savage wolves will come in among you and will not spare the flock. Even from your own number, men will rise up and distort the truth to draw away disciples after them. |
| 4 | Daniel 11:32 | With flattery he will corrupt those who violate the covenant, but the people who know their God will firmly resist him. |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 10:8–10 | But Rehoboam rejected the advice of the elders; instead, he consulted the young men who had grown up with him and served him. He asked them, “What message do you advise that we send back to these people who have spoken to me, saying, ‘Lighten the yoke your father put on us’?” The young men who had grown up with him replied, “This is how you should answer these people who said to you, ‘Your father made our yoke heavy, but you should make it lighter.’ This is what you should tell them: ‘My little finger is thicker than my father’s waist! |
| 6 | Proverbs 29:5 | A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet. |
| 7 | 2 Chronicles 22:3–4 | Ahaziah also walked in the ways of the house of Ahab, for his mother was his counselor in wickedness. And 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. |
| 8 | Proverbs 29:12 | If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked. |
| 9 | Proverbs 7:21–23 | With her great persuasion she entices him; with her flattering lips she lures him. He follows her on impulse, like an ox going to the slaughter, like a deer bounding into a trap, until an arrow pierces his liver, like a bird darting into a snare— not knowing it will cost him his life. |
| 10 | Proverbs 26:8 | Like binding a stone into a sling is the giving of honor to a fool. |
2 Chronicles 24:17 Summary
This verse tells us that after Jehoiada died, the officials of Judah came to the king and paid homage to him, and he listened to their advice. This was a turning point, because the officials did not have the same commitment to God as Jehoiada did, and the king's decision to listen to them led to the abandonment of the house of the LORD, as stated in 2 Chronicles 24:18. We can learn from this that it's essential to seek God's guidance and surround ourselves with people who will encourage us to follow Him, as seen in Proverbs 27:17. By doing so, we can avoid being led astray and instead stay on the path of righteousness, as encouraged in Psalm 119:105.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the officials of Judah come to pay homage to the king after Jehoiada's death?
The officials of Judah likely came to pay homage to the king because Jehoiada, who had been a strong spiritual influence on the king, was no longer alive to guide him, as seen in 2 Chronicles 24:15-16. Without Jehoiada's influence, the officials may have seen an opportunity to gain power and control over the king.
What does it mean that the king 'listened to them' in this context?
When it says the king 'listened to them', it means he gave in to their advice and desires, which ultimately led to the abandonment of the house of the LORD, as stated in 2 Chronicles 24:18. This is similar to what happened in 1 Samuel 8:6-7, where the people's desire for a king led them away from God's leadership.
How does this verse relate to the concept of leadership and accountability in the Bible?
This verse highlights the importance of godly leadership and accountability, as seen in Proverbs 11:14, which says that where there is no guidance, a nation falls. The king's decision to listen to the officials rather than seeking God's guidance ultimately led to the downfall of Judah.
What can we learn from the transition of power after Jehoiada's death?
The transition of power after Jehoiada's death teaches us about the importance of having godly mentors and leaders, as well as the dangers of seeking human counsel over God's guidance, as warned in Psalm 1:1-2. We must be careful to seek wisdom from above, as stated in James 1:5.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I may be 'listening' to the wrong voices in my life, and how can I seek God's guidance instead?
- How can I ensure that I am not swayed by the opinions of others, but rather by the truth of God's Word, as seen in 2 Timothy 3:16-17?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be abandoning my commitment to God, and how can I return to Him, as encouraged in 1 John 1:9?
- In what ways can I be a positive influence on those around me, as Jehoiada was to the king, and how can I point them to God's love and truth, as seen in Matthew 28:18-20?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 24:17
Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah,.... Who had been secretly inclined to idolatry, but durst not discover it during the life of Jehoiada; whose influence at court was too
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 24:17
Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened unto them. Now ... came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 24:17
Made obeisance to the king; in that posture presenting their requests to him, that they might not be confined to unnecessary and troublesome journeys in coming to Jerusalem to worship, but might have the liberty which their forefathers enjoyed of worshipping God in the high places; which liberty, when once they had obtained, they knew they could then worship idols without observation or disturbance, which was the thing at which they aimed. And for the prevention of such abuses, God obliged all to worship him in one place.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 24:17
2 Chronicles 24:17 Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened unto them.Ver. 17. Came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king.] Rabbi Solomon saith that they persuaded him that he was more than a man, and gave him divine honours: but this is not likely. In most fawning and flattering manner did these court parasites present themselves before him, suavia potius quam sana consilia atque remedia illi propinantes, persuading him that during the days of Jehoiada he had been a king without a kingdom, a lord without a dominion, a subject to his subjects, &c.: that he should do well to take knowledge of his great power, and to show it by granting to every man a liberty to worship God as he list, and where he best liketh, not tied to the temple, but doing his devotions in other places besides, as high places, groves, &c. And the king hearkened unto them.] As fair words make fools fain, and princes’ minds are easily altered for the worse, quando non deligunt quos diligant, sed consiliarios adhibent parasitos, sputa illorum instar canum lingentes, &c., when they give ear to flatterers.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 24:17
(17) Came the princes . . . and made obeisance to the king.—As asking a boon. What their petition was is evident from the context (2 Chronicles 24:18). They sought the royal sanction of the idolatrous forms of worship, after which they hankered. Then the king hearkened unto them.—Comp. the influence of the young nobles with Rehoboam, 2 Chronicles 10:8.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 24:17
Verse 17. The princes of Judah - made obeisance to the king] I believe the Targum has given the true sense of this verse: "After the death of Jehoiada, the great men of Judah came and adored King Joash, and seduced him; and then the king received from them their idols."
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 24:17
17. made obeisance] Obeisance foreshadowed a request; cp. 1 Kings 1:16.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 24:17
The nobles had taken part in the revolution which placed Joash on the throne 2 Chronicles 23:2, 2 Chronicles 23:13, 2 Chronicles 23:20, but probably on political rather than on religious grounds.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 24:17
17. The princes of Judah — Whether these were the same who assisted in the overthrow of Athaliah, or a younger class of men, we have no means of knowing.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 24:17
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The Lesson of Love by J.R. Miller | J.R. Miller emphasizes that learning to love is the essence of living, as demonstrated by Christ's life and teachings. He explains that true Christian love is not natural but must |
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Wolves by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker begins by referencing Matthew chapter 13, where Jesus tells a parable about a man who sowed good seed in his field, but an enemy came and sowed weeds am |
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Balance, Not Tangents by George Verwer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of balancing two principles in the Christian life: grace and truth. He also discusses the balance between organization and fre |
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An Enemy in the Neighborhood by Warren Wiersbe | This sermon delves into the parable of the chairs in Matthew chapter 13, highlighting the dual sowers at work in the world - Jesus sowing good seed and Satan sowing counterfeits. I |
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Fire! More Fire!! Much Fire!!! by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of walking through the fire and not being consumed by it. He warns against the temptations of sinful passion and the corrupti |
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(Church Leadership) 12. Hating Spiritual Death by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of discernment and not being fooled by false teachings. He warns against being swayed by psychological gimmicks and encourages |