2 Chronicles 25:1
2 Chronicles 25:1 in Multiple Translations
Amaziah was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-nine years. His mother’s name was Jehoaddan; she was from Jerusalem.
Amaziah was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. And his mother’s name was Jehoaddan of Jerusalem.
Amaziah was twenty and five years old when he began to reign; and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem: and his mother’s name was Jehoaddan, of Jerusalem.
Amaziah was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he was ruling in Jerusalem for twenty-nine years; his mother's name was Jehoaddan of Jerusalem.
Amaziah was twenty-five when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem for twenty-nine years. His mother's name was Jehoaddan and she came from Jerusalem.
Amaziah was fiue and twentie yere old when he began to reigne, and he reigned nine and twentie yeere in Ierusalem: and his mothers name was Iehoaddan, of Ierusalem.
A son of twenty and five years hath Amaziah reigned, and twenty and nine years he hath reigned in Jerusalem, and the name of his mother [is] Jehoaddan of Jerusalem,
Amaziah was twenty-five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned twenty-nine years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jehoaddan, of Jerusalem.
Amaziah was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Jehoaddan of Jerusalem.
Amasias was five and twenty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned nine and twenty years in Jerusalem, the name of his mother was Joadan of Jerusalem.
Amaziah was 25 years old when he became the king of Judah, and he ruled from Jerusalem for 29 years. His mother was Jehoaddin; she was from Jerusalem.
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2 Chronicles 25:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בֶּן
עֶשְׂרִ֨ים
וְ/חָמֵ֤שׁ
שָׁנָה֙
מָלַ֣ךְ
אֲמַצְיָ֔הוּ
וְ/עֶשְׂרִ֣ים
וָ/תֵ֨שַׁע֙
שָׁנָ֔ה
מָלַ֖ךְ
בִּ/ירוּשָׁלִָ֑ם
וְ/שֵׁ֣ם
אִמּ֔/וֹ
יְהוֹעַדָּ֖ן
מִ/ירוּשָׁלָֽיִם
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
עֶשְׂרִ֨ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
twenty
Adj
וְ/חָמֵ֤שׁ
châmêsh
H2568
five
Conj | Adj
שָׁנָה֙
shâneh
H8141
year
N-fs
מָלַ֣ךְ
mâlak
H4427
to reign
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
אֲמַצְיָ֔הוּ
ʼĂmatsyâh
H558
Amaziah
N-proper
וְ/עֶשְׂרִ֣ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
twenty
Conj | Adj
וָ/תֵ֨שַׁע֙
têshaʻ
H8672
nine
Conj | Adj
שָׁנָ֔ה
shâneh
H8141
year
N-fs
מָלַ֖ךְ
mâlak
H4427
to reign
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
בִּ/ירוּשָׁלִָ֑ם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
Jerusalem
Prep | N-proper
וְ/שֵׁ֣ם
shêm
H8034
name
Conj | N-ms
אִמּ֔/וֹ
ʼêm
H517
mother
N-fs | Suff
יְהוֹעַדָּ֖ן
Yᵉhôwʻaddîyn
H3086
Jehoaddan
N-proper
מִ/ירוּשָׁלָֽיִם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
Jerusalem
Prep | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 25:1
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
עֶשְׂרִ֨ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
"twenty"
Adj
This word means twenty, and is also used as an ordinal number, like twentieth, as seen in Genesis 31:38. It can refer to a specific age or quantity.
Definition: twenty, twentieth Aramaic equivalent: es.rin (עֶשְׂרִין "twenty" H6243)
Usage: Occurs in 281 OT verses. KJV: (six-) score, twenty(-ieth). See also: Genesis 6:3; 1 Kings 9:14; Ezra 2:19.
וְ/חָמֵ֤שׁ
châmêsh
H2568
"five"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number five. It is used throughout the Bible to describe quantities of five, such as five loaves of bread in Matthew 14:17. It can also mean a multiple of five.
Definition: 1) five 1a) five (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of five (with another number) 1c) fifth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 272 OT verses. KJV: fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). See also: Genesis 5:6; Numbers 31:45; Ezra 2:66.
שָׁנָה֙
shâneh
H8141
"year"
N-fs
This word also means a year, like when Abraham was 100 years old in Genesis 21. It is used to describe a period of time, age, or a lifetime.
Definition: 1) year 1a) as division of time 1b) as measure of time 1c) as indication of age 1d) a lifetime (of years of life) Aramaic equivalent: she.nah (שְׁנָה "year" H8140)
Usage: Occurs in 647 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] whole age, [idiom] long, [phrase] old, year([idiom] -ly). See also: Genesis 1:14; Genesis 47:28; Numbers 7:35.
מָלַ֣ךְ
mâlak
H4427
"to reign"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To advise or counsel is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also mean to reign or rule as a king. It is used in the Bible to describe the actions of leaders, like King Solomon, who sought wisdom to rule God's people. This word is found in the book of 1 Kings.
Definition: 1) to be or become king or queen, reign 1a) (Qal) to be or become king or queen, reign 1b) (Hiphil) to make one king or queen, cause to reign 1c) (Hophal) to be made king or queen
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: consult, [idiom] indeed, be (make, set a, set up) king, be (make) queen, (begin to, make to) reign(-ing), rule, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 36:31; 2 Kings 8:15; 2 Chronicles 10:17.
אֲמַצְיָ֔הוּ
ʼĂmatsyâh
H558
"Amaziah"
N-proper
Amaziah was a common name in Israel, meaning Jehovah is mighty. It was given to a king of Judah, a priest, a Levite singer, and a Simeonite. These men lived during different times.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at Amo.7.10 § Amaziah = "Jehovah is mighty" 1) a king of Judah, son Joash, father of Azariah 2) a priest of Bethel under Jeroboam II 3) father of Joshah, of the tribe of Simeon 4) a Levite tabernacle singer in David's day
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Amaziah. See also: 2 Kings 12:22; 2 Chronicles 25:5; Amos 7:14.
וְ/עֶשְׂרִ֣ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
"twenty"
Conj | Adj
This word means twenty, and is also used as an ordinal number, like twentieth, as seen in Genesis 31:38. It can refer to a specific age or quantity.
Definition: twenty, twentieth Aramaic equivalent: es.rin (עֶשְׂרִין "twenty" H6243)
Usage: Occurs in 281 OT verses. KJV: (six-) score, twenty(-ieth). See also: Genesis 6:3; 1 Kings 9:14; Ezra 2:19.
וָ/תֵ֨שַׁע֙
têshaʻ
H8672
"nine"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word means the number nine, used for counting or describing quantities. It can also mean ninth when describing order or sequence.
Definition: 1) nine, nonad 1a) nine (as cardinal number) 1b) ninth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: nine ([phrase] -teen, [phrase] -teenth, -th). See also: Genesis 5:5; Judges 4:13; Jeremiah 39:2.
שָׁנָ֔ה
shâneh
H8141
"year"
N-fs
This word also means a year, like when Abraham was 100 years old in Genesis 21. It is used to describe a period of time, age, or a lifetime.
Definition: 1) year 1a) as division of time 1b) as measure of time 1c) as indication of age 1d) a lifetime (of years of life) Aramaic equivalent: she.nah (שְׁנָה "year" H8140)
Usage: Occurs in 647 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] whole age, [idiom] long, [phrase] old, year([idiom] -ly). See also: Genesis 1:14; Genesis 47:28; Numbers 7:35.
מָלַ֖ךְ
mâlak
H4427
"to reign"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To advise or counsel is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also mean to reign or rule as a king. It is used in the Bible to describe the actions of leaders, like King Solomon, who sought wisdom to rule God's people. This word is found in the book of 1 Kings.
Definition: 1) to be or become king or queen, reign 1a) (Qal) to be or become king or queen, reign 1b) (Hiphil) to make one king or queen, cause to reign 1c) (Hophal) to be made king or queen
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: consult, [idiom] indeed, be (make, set a, set up) king, be (make) queen, (begin to, make to) reign(-ing), rule, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 36:31; 2 Kings 8:15; 2 Chronicles 10:17.
בִּ/ירוּשָׁלִָ֑ם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
"Jerusalem"
Prep | 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.
וְ/שֵׁ֣ם
shêm
H8034
"name"
Conj | N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
אִמּ֔/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.
יְהוֹעַדָּ֖ן
Yᵉhôwʻaddîyn
H3086
"Jehoaddan"
N-proper
Jehoaddan was a woman who lived during the time of the Divided Monarchy, and her story is told in 2 Kings 14:2. She was the wife of King Joash and the mother of King Amaziah of Judah. Jehoaddan's name means 'Jehovah delights'.
Definition: A woman living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.14.2; married to Joash (H3101I); mother of: Amaziah (H0558); also called Jehoaddin at 2Ki.14.2; § Jehoaddan = "Jehovah delights" wife of king Joash and mother of king Amaziah of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Jehoaddan. See also: 2 Kings 14:2; 2 Chronicles 25:1.
מִ/ירוּשָׁלָֽיִם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
"Jerusalem"
Prep | 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.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 25:1
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- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 25:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 25:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 25:1
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 25:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 25:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 25:1
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 25:1
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 25:1
Context — Amaziah Reigns in Judah
1Amaziah was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-nine years. His mother’s name was Jehoaddan; she was from Jerusalem.
2And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, but not wholeheartedly. 3As soon as the kingdom was firmly in his grasp, Amaziah executed the servants who had murdered his father the king.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Kings 14:1–6 | In the second year of the reign of Jehoash son of Jehoahaz over Israel, Amaziah son of Joash became king of Judah. He was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-nine years. His mother’s name was Jehoaddan; she was from Jerusalem. And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, but not as his father David had done. He did everything as his father Joash had done. Nevertheless, the high places were not taken away, and the people continued sacrificing and burning incense on the high places. As soon as the kingdom was firmly in his grasp, Amaziah executed the servants who had murdered his father the king. Yet he did not put the sons of the murderers to death, but acted according to what is written in the Book of the Law of Moses, where the LORD commanded: “Fathers must not be put to death for their children, and children must not be put to death for their fathers; each is to die for his own sin.” |
2 Chronicles 25:1 Summary
[2 Chronicles 25:1 introduces us to Amaziah, who became king at twenty-five years old and reigned for twenty-nine years. His mother, Jehoaddan, was from Jerusalem, which might have influenced his decisions as king. This reminds us that our family and upbringing can shape who we become, just like it is mentioned in Proverbs 22:6 that training a child in the way they should go will have a lasting impact. As we reflect on Amaziah's life, we can consider how our own family and experiences are shaping us, and seek to align our lives with God's will, as encouraged in Romans 12:2.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What can we learn about Amaziah's background from 2 Chronicles 25:1?
From 2 Chronicles 25:1, we learn that Amaziah was twenty-five years old when he became king and that his mother's name was Jehoaddan, who was from Jerusalem, giving us a glimpse into his family and possible influences in his life, similar to how the family background of other kings is mentioned in the Bible, such as in 1 Kings 14:21.
How long did Amaziah reign as king according to 2 Chronicles 25:1?
According to 2 Chronicles 25:1, Amaziah reigned in Jerusalem for twenty-nine years, which is a significant period, similar to the long reigns of other kings mentioned in the Bible, such as King Uzziah in 2 Chronicles 26:3-4.
What does 2 Chronicles 25:1 tell us about Amaziah's age when he became king?
2 Chronicles 25:1 informs us that Amaziah was twenty-five years old when he became king, which is relatively young compared to some other kings in the Bible, such as King Jehoiachin who was eighteen years old when he became king, as mentioned in 2 Kings 24:8.
Is there any significance to the mention of Amaziah's mother's name in 2 Chronicles 25:1?
The mention of Amaziah's mother's name, Jehoaddan, from Jerusalem, may indicate the influence of his family and possibly his upbringing in his decisions and actions as king, similar to how the influence of parental figures is seen in other biblical accounts, such as the influence of Timothy's mother and grandmother in 2 Timothy 1:5.
Reflection Questions
- What role do you think Amaziah's family background played in shaping his character and decisions as a king?
- How might the length of a king's reign, such as Amaziah's twenty-nine years, impact the stability and prosperity of a kingdom?
- In what ways can we, like Amaziah, be influenced by our family and upbringing, and how can we ensure that these influences align with God's will for our lives?
- What lessons can be learned from the fact that Amaziah became king at a relatively young age, and how can young leaders today apply these lessons to their own lives?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 25:1
Ver. 1-4. Amaziah was twenty five years old when he began to reign,.... Of these verses, [See comments on 2 Kings 14:2]. [See comments on 2 Kings 14:3]. [See comments on 2 Kings 14:5]. [See comments on 2 Kings 14:6].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 25:1
Amaziah was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Jehoaddan of Jerusalem.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 25:1
2 CHAPTER 25 Amaziah beginneth to reign well; slayeth his father’ s murderers, . Having hired an army of Israelites against the Edomites, at the word of a prophet he dismisseth them, ; and with his own people overthroweth the Edomites: the Israelites in their return home spoil, . Amaziah serveth the gods of Edom, and despiseth the admonition of the prophet, . He provoketh Joash to his overthrow, . His reign; he is slain by conspiracy, . Of this verse, and ver. 2-4, See Poole "", etc.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 25:1
2 Chronicles 25:1 Amaziah [was] twenty and five years old [when] he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. And his mother’ s name [was] Jehoaddan of Jerusalem. Ver. 1. Amaziah was twenty and five years old. See on 2 Kings 14:1-2. And he reigned twenty and nine years.] But above half that time he lived in very great contempt among his own people, basely and idly.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 25:1
XXV. THE REIGN OF AMAZIAH. (Comp. 2 Kings 14:1-20.) AND OF THE REIGN. OF THE OF JOASH (2 Chronicles 25:1-4). (1, 2) Amaziah . . . the Lord.—So 2 Kings 14:2. But not with a perfect heart.—This is a brief equivalent of the words of the older text: “only not like David his father: according to all that Joash his father had done, he did.” The reference to Joash is omitted, perhaps because that king appears to less advantage in the Chronicles than ill Kings. In fact, the chronicler’s estimate of both princes is less favourable than that of the older historian. Such differences are perfectly natural, and it is needless to attempt to “reconcile” or eliminate them.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 25:1
CHAPTER XXV Amaziah succeeds his father Joash, and begins his reign well, 1, 2. He slays his father's murderers but spares their children, 3, 4. He reviews and remodels the army, 5; and hires a hundred thousand soldiers out of Israel, whom, on the expostulation of a prophet, he sends home again, without bringing them into active service; at which they are greatly offended, 6-10. He attacks the Syrians, kills ten thousand, and takes ten thousand prisoners, whom he precipitates from the top of a rock, so that they are dashed to pieces, 11, 12. The Israelitish soldiers, sent back, ravage several of the cities of Judah, 13. Amaziah becomes an idolater, 14. Is reproved by a prophet, whom he threatens, and obliges to desist, 15, 16. He challenges Joash, king of Israel, 17; who reproves him by a parable, 18, 19. Not desisting, the armies meet, the Jews are overthrown, and Amaziah taken prisoner by Joash, who ravages the temple, and takes away all the treasures of the king, 20-24. The reign of Amaziah: a conspiracy is formed against him; he flees to Lachish, whither he is pursued and slain; is brought to Jerusalem, and buried with his fathers, 25-28.
NOTES ON CHAP. XXV
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 25:1
Ch. 2 Chronicles 25:1-4 (= 2 Kings 14:1-6). Amaziah Succeeds 2. not with a perfect heart] In Kings, “yet not like David his father” (because “the high places were not taken away”). The Chronicler has something more serious in his mind; cp. 2 Chronicles 25:14-16.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 25:1
This chapter is evidently taken to a large extent from the same document as Kings (see the marginal reference and the notes). At the same time it contains large and important additions; e. g.