2 Chronicles 26:6
2 Chronicles 26:6 in Multiple Translations
Uzziah went out to wage war against the Philistines, and he tore down the walls of Gath, Jabneh, and Ashdod. Then he built cities near Ashdod and among the Philistines.
And he went forth and warred against the Philistines, and brake down the wall of Gath, and the wall of Jabneh, and the wall of Ashdod, and built cities about Ashdod, and among the Philistines.
And he went forth and warred against the Philistines, and brake down the wall of Gath, and the wall of Jabneh, and the wall of Ashdod; and he built cities in the country of Ashdod, and among the Philistines.
He went out and made war against the Philistines, pulling down the walls of Gath and Jabneh and Ashdod, and building towns in the country round Ashdod and among the Philistines.
Uzziah went to war against the Philistines, and he demolished the walls of Gath, Jabneh, and Ashdod. Then he built cities around Ashdod and in other Philistine areas.
For he went forth and fought against the Philistims and brake downe the wall of Gath, and the wall of Iabneh, and the wall of Ashdod, and built cities in Ashdod, and among the Philistims.
And he goeth forth, and fighteth with the Philistines, and breaketh down the wall of Gath, and the wall of Jabneh, and the wall of Ashdod, and buildeth cities about Ashdod, and among the Philistines.
He went out and fought against the Philistines, and broke down the wall of Gath, the wall of Jabneh, and the wall of Ashdod; and he built cities in the country of Ashdod, and among the Philistines.
And he went forth and warred against the Philistines, and broke down the wall of Gath, and the wall of Jabneh, and the wall of Ashdod, and built cities about Ashdod, and among the Philistines.
Moreover he went forth and fought against the Philistines, and broke down the wall of Geth, and the wall of Jabnia, and the wall of Azotus: and he built towns in Azotus, and among the Philistines.
Uzziah and his army started to fight against the army of Philistia. They tore down the walls of Gath, Jabneh, and Ashdod cities. Then they rebuilt the towns near Ashdod and in other places in Philistia.
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2 Chronicles 26:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֵּצֵא֙
וַ/יִּלָּ֣חֶם
בַּ/פְּלִשְׁתִּ֔ים
וַ/יִּפְרֹ֞ץ
אֶת
ח֣וֹמַת
גַּ֗ת
וְ/אֵת֙
חוֹמַ֣ת
יַבְנֵ֔ה
וְ/אֵ֖ת
חוֹמַ֣ת
אַשְׁדּ֑וֹד
וַ/יִּבְנֶ֣ה
עָרִ֔ים
בְּ/אַשְׁדּ֖וֹד
וּ/בַ/פְּלִשְׁתִּֽים
וַ/יֵּצֵא֙
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
וַ/יִּלָּ֣חֶם
lâcham
H3898
to fight
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
בַּ/פְּלִשְׁתִּ֔ים
Pᵉlishtîy
H6430
Philistines
Prep | Ngmpa
וַ/יִּפְרֹ֞ץ
pârats
H6555
to break through
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
ח֣וֹמַת
chôwmâh
H2346
wall
N-fs
גַּ֗ת
Gath
H1661
Gath
N-proper
וְ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
חוֹמַ֣ת
chôwmâh
H2346
wall
N-fs
יַבְנֵ֔ה
Yabneh
H2996
Jabneh
N-proper
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
חוֹמַ֣ת
chôwmâh
H2346
wall
N-fs
אַשְׁדּ֑וֹד
ʼAshdôwd
H795
Ashdod
N-proper
וַ/יִּבְנֶ֣ה
bânâh
H1129
to build
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
עָרִ֔ים
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
N-fp
בְּ/אַשְׁדּ֖וֹד
ʼAshdôwd
H795
Ashdod
Prep | N-proper
וּ/בַ/פְּלִשְׁתִּֽים
Pᵉlishtîy
H6430
Philistines
Conj | Prep | Ngmpa
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 26:6
וַ/יֵּצֵא֙
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
וַ/יִּלָּ֣חֶם
lâcham
H3898
"to fight"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this word means to feed on or consume something, often referring to eating food or battling against someone. It's used in stories like David's battles and the Israelites' struggles in the wilderness.
Definition: 1) to fight, do battle, make war 1a) (Qal) to fight, do battle 1b) (Niphal) to engage in battle, wage war
Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: devour, eat, [idiom] ever, fight(-ing), overcome, prevail, (make) war(-ring). See also: Exodus 1:10; 2 Samuel 8:10; Psalms 35:1.
בַּ/פְּלִשְׁתִּ֔ים
Pᵉlishtîy
H6430
"Philistines"
Prep | Ngmpa
A Philistine is a person from the region of Philistia, which was inhabited by immigrants from other places. The Philistines were known for their conflicts with the Israelites, as recorded in the Bible. They were a distinct ethnic group.
Definition: Philistine = "immigrants" an inhabitant of Philistia; descendants of Mizraim who immigrated from Caphtor (Crete?) to the western seacoast of Canaan Another name of ga.dol (גָּדוֹל "Great( Sea)" H1419J)
Usage: Occurs in 244 OT verses. KJV: Philistine. See also: Genesis 10:14; 1 Samuel 17:8; 1 Chronicles 10:1.
וַ/יִּפְרֹ֞ץ
pârats
H6555
"to break through"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To break through means to burst out or force one's way, like when a baby is born or a wall is broken down. This word is used in many situations, like when God breaks through to help someone or when a crowd breaks out in violence.
Definition: 1) to break through or down or over, burst, breach 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to break or burst out (from womb or enclosure) 1a2) to break through or down, make a breach in 1a3) to break into 1a4) to break open 1a5) to break up, break in pieces 1a6) to break out (violently) upon 1a7) to break over (limits), increase 1a8) to use violence 1a9) to burst open 1a10) to spread, distribute 1b) (Niphal) to be broken through 1c) (Pual) to be broken down 1d) (Hithpael) to break away
Usage: Occurs in 48 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abroad, (make a) breach, break (away, down, -er, forth, in, up), burst out, come (spread) abroad, compel, disperse, grow, increase, open, press, scatter, urge. See also: Genesis 28:14; 2 Chronicles 25:23; Psalms 60:3.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
ח֣וֹמַת
chôwmâh
H2346
"wall"
N-fs
A wall of protection, like the walls of Jerusalem, provided safety and security for the people. It appears in the Bible as a physical barrier. The Israelites built walls around their cities for defense.
Definition: wall
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: wall, walled. See also: Exodus 14:22; Nehemiah 6:15; Psalms 51:20.
גַּ֗ת
Gath
H1661
"Gath"
N-proper
Gath was a major city of the Philistines, the same people who lived in Goliath's hometown, and its name means winepress in Hebrew.
Definition: § Gath = "winepress" one of the five royal or chief cities of the Philistines and the native city of Goliath
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: Gath. See also: Joshua 11:22; 2 Samuel 21:20; Psalms 56:1.
וְ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
חוֹמַ֣ת
chôwmâh
H2346
"wall"
N-fs
A wall of protection, like the walls of Jerusalem, provided safety and security for the people. It appears in the Bible as a physical barrier. The Israelites built walls around their cities for defense.
Definition: wall
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: wall, walled. See also: Exodus 14:22; Nehemiah 6:15; Psalms 51:20.
יַבְנֵ֔ה
Yabneh
H2996
"Jabneh"
N-proper
Jabneh means building of God, a Philistine city. It is also known as Jabneel. The city is mentioned in the book of Joshua.
Definition: Jabneh = "building of God" a Philistine city Another name of yav.ne.el (יַבְנְאֵל "Jabneel" H2995G)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Jabneh. See also: 2 Chronicles 26:6.
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
חוֹמַ֣ת
chôwmâh
H2346
"wall"
N-fs
A wall of protection, like the walls of Jerusalem, provided safety and security for the people. It appears in the Bible as a physical barrier. The Israelites built walls around their cities for defense.
Definition: wall
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: wall, walled. See also: Exodus 14:22; Nehemiah 6:15; Psalms 51:20.
אַשְׁדּ֑וֹד
ʼAshdôwd
H795
"Ashdod"
N-proper
Ashdod refers to a powerful Philistine city on the Mediterranean Sea, west of Jerusalem. It is mentioned in the Bible as a major city. The name means powerful.
Definition: § Ashdod = "powerful" a major Philistine city on the Mediterranean Sea west from Jerusalem, modern Esdud
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Ahdod. See also: Joshua 11:22; 1 Samuel 6:17; Isaiah 20:1.
וַ/יִּבְנֶ֣ה
bânâh
H1129
"to build"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word bânâh means to build something, like a house or a family. It can also mean to establish or repair something, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) to build, rebuild, establish, cause to continue 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to build, rebuild 1a2) to build a house (ie, establish a family) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be built 1b2) to be rebuilt 1b3) established (of restored exiles) (fig.) 1b4) established (made permanent) 1b5) to be built up (of childless wife becoming the mother of a family through the children of a concubine) Aramaic equivalent: be.nah (בְּנָה "to build" H1124)
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: (begin to) build(-er), obtain children, make, repair, set (up), [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 2:22; 1 Kings 8:48; 2 Chronicles 20:8.
עָרִ֔ים
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
בְּ/אַשְׁדּ֖וֹד
ʼAshdôwd
H795
"Ashdod"
Prep | N-proper
Ashdod refers to a powerful Philistine city on the Mediterranean Sea, west of Jerusalem. It is mentioned in the Bible as a major city. The name means powerful.
Definition: § Ashdod = "powerful" a major Philistine city on the Mediterranean Sea west from Jerusalem, modern Esdud
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Ahdod. See also: Joshua 11:22; 1 Samuel 6:17; Isaiah 20:1.
וּ/בַ/פְּלִשְׁתִּֽים
Pᵉlishtîy
H6430
"Philistines"
Conj | Prep | Ngmpa
A Philistine is a person from the region of Philistia, which was inhabited by immigrants from other places. The Philistines were known for their conflicts with the Israelites, as recorded in the Bible. They were a distinct ethnic group.
Definition: Philistine = "immigrants" an inhabitant of Philistia; descendants of Mizraim who immigrated from Caphtor (Crete?) to the western seacoast of Canaan Another name of ga.dol (גָּדוֹל "Great( Sea)" H1419J)
Usage: Occurs in 244 OT verses. KJV: Philistine. See also: Genesis 10:14; 1 Samuel 17:8; 1 Chronicles 10:1.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 26:6
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- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 26:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 26:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 26:6
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 26:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 26:6
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 26:6
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 26:6
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 26:6
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 26:6
Context — Uzziah Reigns in Judah
4And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father Amaziah had done.
5He sought God throughout the days of Zechariah, who instructed him in the fear of God. And as long as he sought the LORD, God gave him success.
6Uzziah went out to wage war against the Philistines, and he tore down the walls of Gath, Jabneh, and Ashdod. Then he built cities near Ashdod and among the Philistines.
7God helped him against the Philistines, against the Arabs living in Gur-baal, and against the Meunites. 8The Ammonites brought tribute to Uzziah, and his fame spread as far as the border of Egypt, for he had become exceedingly powerful.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isaiah 14:29 | Do not rejoice, all you Philistines, that the rod that struck you is broken. For a viper will spring from the root of the snake, and a flying serpent from its egg. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 5:6 | Now the hand of the LORD was heavy on the people of Ashdod and its vicinity, ravaging them and afflicting them with tumors. |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 5:1 | After the Philistines had captured the ark of God, they took it from Ebenezer to Ashdod, |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 21:16 | Then the LORD stirred against Jehoram the spirit of the Philistines and Arabs who lived near the Cushites. |
| 5 | 2 Samuel 8:1 | Some time later, David defeated the Philistines, subdued them, and took Metheg-ammah from the hand of the Philistines. |
| 6 | 1 Chronicles 18:1 | Some time later, David defeated the Philistines, subdued them, and took Gath and its villages from the hand of the Philistines. |
2 Chronicles 26:6 Summary
This verse tells us that Uzziah, a king of Judah, went to war against the Philistines and was successful, tearing down the walls of their cities and building new ones. This was possible because God was with him and gave him success, as stated in 2 Chronicles 26:5. Uzziah's story teaches us to trust in God's power and provision, just like he did, and to seek God's guidance and wisdom in all we do (Proverbs 3:5-6). By doing so, we can experience God's help and success in our own lives, just like Uzziah did.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Uzziah go to war against the Philistines?
Uzziah went to war against the Philistines as part of God's plan to give him success, as stated in 2 Chronicles 26:5, and to fulfill God's promise to give the land to the Israelites, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:7-8.
What was the result of Uzziah's war against the Philistines?
The result of Uzziah's war was the destruction of the walls of Gath, Jabneh, and Ashdod, and the building of cities near Ashdod and among the Philistines, demonstrating God's help and power, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 26:7.
How does Uzziah's military campaign relate to his faith?
Uzziah's military campaign is a direct result of his faith and obedience to God, as seen in 2 Chronicles 26:5, where it is stated that as long as he sought the LORD, God gave him success.
What can we learn from Uzziah's actions in this verse?
We can learn the importance of trusting in God's power and provision, as Uzziah did, and the need to seek God's guidance and wisdom in all our endeavors, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:13.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's power and provision, just like Uzziah did?
- How can I seek God's guidance and wisdom in my daily decisions and actions, as Uzziah did?
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my faith and obedience to God, as Uzziah did through his military campaign?
- How can I apply the principle of seeking God and trusting in His power to my own life and circumstances, as seen in 2 Chronicles 26:5 and Psalm 37:3-7?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 26:6
And he went forth, and warred against the Philistines,.... Who in the times of Jehoram broke in upon Judah, and distressed them, 2 Chronicles 21:16 and brake down the wall of Gath; which was one of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 26:6
And he went forth and warred against the Philistines, and brake down the wall of Gath, and the wall of Jabneh, and the wall of Ashdod, and built cities about Ashdod, and among the Philistines.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 26:6
Gath had been taken by Hazael in the days of Joash his grandfather, , but was either relinquished by him, because it lay so far from his other dominions; or retaken by the Philistines, who had now repaired its fortifications, and kept it.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 26:6
2 Chronicles 26:6 And he went forth and warred against the Philistines, and brake down the wall of Gath, and the wall of Jabneh, and the wall of Ashdod, and built cities about Ashdod, and among the Philistines.Ver. 6. And the wall of Jabneh.] Which was a strong city by the seaside, not more than three hours’ travel from Gath, saith Adrichomius.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 26:6
UZZIAH’S , PUBLIC WORKS, AND (2 Chronicles 26:6-15). This section is peculiar to the Chronicles. Although the book of Kings passes over the facts recorded here, they are essential to forming a right conception of the strength and importance of the southern kingdom during the age of Uzziah and Jotham; and they are fully corroborated, not only by comparison with the data of Isaiah (Isaiah 2-4) upon the same subject, but also by the independent testimony of the cuneiform inscriptions of the period. (See Note on 2 Kings 14:28.) Thus we find that the warlike Assyrian Tiglath-pileser II. chastised Hamath for its alliance with Judah during this reign, but abstained from molesting Uzziah himself—“a telling proof,” as Schrader says, “for the accuracy of the Biblical account of Uzziah’s well-founded power.” The name of Uzziah is conspicuously absent from the list of western princes who, in B.C. 738, sent tribute to Tiglath: Hystaspes (Kushtashpi), king of Commagene (Kummuhâ’a), Rezin, king of the country of the Damascenes, Menahem of the city of the Samaritans, Hiram of the city of the Tyrians, Sibitti-bi’li of the city of the Giblites or Byblos, Urikki of Kui, Pisiris of Carchemish, Eniel of Hamath, Panammu of Sam’al, and nine other sovereigns, including those of Tabal and Arabia. The list thus comprises Hittites and Arameans, princes of Hither Asia, Phoenicia, and Arabia. The omission of Uzziah argues that the king of Judah felt himself strong enough to sustain the shock of collision with Assyria in case of need. He must have reckoned on the support of the surrounding states (also not mentioned in the above list), viz., Ashdod, Ascalon, Gaza, Edom, Ammon, Moab, &c. (Schrader, Keilinschr., p. 252, seq.).
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 26:6
6. the Philistines] Cp. 2 Chronicles 21:16; 2 Chronicles 28:18; 2 Kings 18:8; 1Ma 5:66-68; 1Ma 14:34. Wars against the Philistines continned almost down to Roman times. brake down the wall of Gath] See note on 2 Chronicles 25:23. Jabneh] Mentioned here only in the O.T., but probably to be Identified with “Jabneel” (Joshua 15:11). At a later date It was called “Jamnia” (2Ma 12:8). Its ruins are to be seen about 10 miles south of Jaffa (Joppa) on the coast. The modern Yebna is a few miles inland. Bδdeker, p. 159. Ashdod] Cp. 1 Samuel 5:1 ff.; Isaiah 20:1; Zephaniah 2:4; Nehemiah 4:7; Nehemiah 13:23; Acts 8:40 (Ἄζωτος). Now Esdud. Bδdeker, 159. about Ashdod] R.V. in the country of Ashdod (lit. “in Ashdod”).
Perhaps the name has been repeated through an early scribal error and we should read simply “and built cities among the Philistines.”
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 26:6
Uzziah’s expedition was the natural sequel to the Edomite war of Amaziah 2 Chronicles 25:11, which crushed the most formidable of all the tribes of the south. On Jabneh see Joshua 15:11 note; and on Ashdod see Joshua 13:3 note.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 26:6
6. Warred against the Philistines — He would avenge, and, as far as possible, restore, the losses his kingdom had sustained from these enemies in Jehoram’s time. Compare 2 Chronicles 21:16-17.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 26:6
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Exposition on Psalm 78 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches about the journey of the Israelites in the desert, highlighting their ungratefulness towards God despite His blessings and the consequences of their disobedi |