2 Chronicles 28:17
2 Chronicles 28:17 in Multiple Translations
The Edomites had again come and attacked Judah and carried away captives.
For again the Edomites had come and smitten Judah, and carried away captives.
For again the Edomites had come and smitten Judah, and carried away captives.
For the Edomites had come again, attacking Judah and taking away prisoners.
The armies of Edom had once again invaded Judah and taken people prisoner,
(For the Edomites came moreouer, and slew of Iudah, and caryed away captiues.
and again the Edomites have come, and smite in Judah, and take captive a captivity.
For again the Edomites had come and struck Judah, and carried away captives.
For again the Edomites had come and smitten Judah, and carried away captives.
And the Edomites came and slew many of Juda, and took a great booty.
He did that because the army from the Edom people-group had come again and attacked Judah and taken away many of the people of Judah as prisoners.
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2 Chronicles 28:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/ע֥וֹד
אֲדוֹמִ֖ים
בָּ֑אוּ
וַ/יַּכּ֥וּ
בִ/יהוּדָ֖ה
וַ/יִּשְׁבּוּ
שֶֽׁבִי
וְ/ע֥וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Conj | Adv
אֲדוֹמִ֖ים
ʼĔdômîy
H130
Edomite
Ngmpa
בָּ֑אוּ
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
וַ/יַּכּ֥וּ
nâkâh
H5221
to smite
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
בִ/יהוּדָ֖ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
Judah
Prep | N-proper
וַ/יִּשְׁבּוּ
shâbâh
H7617
to take captive
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
שֶֽׁבִי
shᵉbîy
H7628
captivity
N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 28:17
וְ/ע֥וֹד
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.
אֲדוֹמִ֖ים
ʼĔdômîy
H130
"Edomite"
Ngmpa
An Edomite is someone from Edom, a region in the Bible, descended from Esau. The Edomites are mentioned throughout the Old Testament, often in relation to the Israelites.
Definition: Someone from Edom, an Edomite Group of e.dom (אֱדוֹם "Edom" H0123)
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Edomite. See also: Deuteronomy 23:8; 1 Kings 11:14; Psalms 52:2.
בָּ֑אוּ
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.
וַ/יַּכּ֥וּ
nâkâh
H5221
"to smite"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to strike or hit something, and it's used in many different ways, like in Exodus when God strikes down the Egyptians. It can also mean to punish or destroy, as seen in Isaiah. The word is used to describe God's judgment.
Definition: 1) to strike, smite, hit, beat, slay, kill 1a)(Niphal) to be stricken or smitten 1b) (Pual) to be stricken or smitten 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to smite, strike, beat, scourge, clap, applaud, give a thrust 1c2) to smite, kill, slay (man or beast) 1c3) to smite, attack, attack and destroy, conquer, subjugate, ravage 1c4) to smite, chastise, send judgment upon, punish, destroy 1d) (Hophal) to be smitten 1d1) to receive a blow 1d2) to be wounded 1d3) to be beaten 1d4) to be (fatally) smitten, be killed, be slain 1d5) to be attacked and captured 1d6) to be smitten (with disease) 1d7) to be blighted (of plants)
Usage: Occurs in 461 OT verses. KJV: beat, cast forth, clap, give (wounds), [idiom] go forward, [idiom] indeed, kill, make (slaughter), murderer, punish, slaughter, slay(-er, -ing), smite(-r, -ing), strike, be stricken, (give) stripes, [idiom] surely, wound. See also: Genesis 4:15; Joshua 10:20; 1 Samuel 29:5.
בִ/יהוּדָ֖ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
"Judah"
Prep | 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/יִּשְׁבּוּ
shâbâh
H7617
"to take captive"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This verb means to take someone captive, like a prisoner of war. It involves transporting people away from their homes, often as a result of conflict or battle. The Bible uses it to describe the experiences of the Israelites.
Definition: 1) to take captive 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take captive 1a2) captive (participle) 1a3) to lead captive 1b) (Niphal) to be taken captive
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: (bring away, carry, carry away, lead, lead away, take) captive(-s), drive (take) away. See also: Genesis 14:14; 2 Chronicles 6:38; Psalms 68:19.
שֶֽׁבִי
shᵉbîy
H7628
"captivity"
N-cs
This word describes someone who has been captured or taken away, like the Israelites who were exiled to Babylon. It can also refer to the act of taking someone or something away, or to the state of being a captive.
Definition: 1) captivity, captives 1a) (state of) captivity 1b) (act of) capture 1c) captives
Usage: Occurs in 46 OT verses. KJV: captive(-ity), prisoners, [idiom] take away, that was taken. See also: Exodus 12:29; Isaiah 49:24; Psalms 68:19.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 28:17
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 28:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 28:17
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 28:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 28:17
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 28:17
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 28:17
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 28:17
Context — The Idolatry of Ahaz
15Then the men who were designated by name arose, took charge of the captives, and provided from the plunder clothing for the naked. They clothed them, gave them sandals and food and drink, anointed their wounds, and put all the feeble on donkeys. So they brought them to Jericho, the City of Palms, to their brothers. Then they returned to Samaria.
16At that time King Ahaz sent for help from the king of Assyria.
17The Edomites had again come and attacked Judah and carried away captives.
18The Philistines had also raided the cities of the foothills and the Negev of Judah, capturing and occupying Beth-shemesh, Aijalon, and Gederoth, as well as Soco, Timnah, and Gimzo with their villages. 19For the LORD humbled Judah because Ahaz king of Israel had thrown off restraint in Judah and had been most unfaithful to the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Obadiah 1:10 | Because of the violence against your brother Jacob, you will be covered with shame and cut off forever. |
| 2 | Obadiah 1:13–14 | You should not enter the gate of My people in the day of their disaster, nor gloat over their affliction in the day of their disaster, nor loot their wealth in the day of their disaster. Nor should you stand at the crossroads to cut off their fugitives, nor deliver up their survivors in the day of their distress. |
| 3 | Leviticus 26:18 | And if after all this you will not obey Me, I will proceed to punish you sevenfold for your sins. |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 25:11–12 | Amaziah, however, summoned his strength and led his troops to the Valley of Salt, where he struck down 10,000 men of Seir, and the army of Judah also captured 10,000 men alive. They took them to the top of a cliff and threw them down so that all were dashed to pieces. |
2 Chronicles 28:17 Summary
This verse tells us that the Edomites attacked Judah and took some of its people captive. This happened because Judah's king, Ahaz, had not been faithful to God, as we see in 2 Chronicles 28:19. When we disobey God, we may face difficulties or opposition, just like Judah did (see Deuteronomy 28:25). But we can always turn to God for help and trust in His love and care for us, just as the Bible promises in Psalms 46:1-11 and Jeremiah 29:11-13.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Edomites attack Judah again?
The Edomites attacked Judah again because of Judah's continued disobedience to God, as seen in 2 Chronicles 28:19, where it says that the LORD humbled Judah because Ahaz king of Israel had thrown off restraint in Judah and had been most unfaithful to the LORD, similar to what is written in Deuteronomy 28:25.
What can we learn from the Edomites' attack on Judah?
We can learn that our actions have consequences, and when we disobey God, we may face opposition from those around us, as seen in 2 Chronicles 28:17 and also in Proverbs 22:8, which says that those who sow wickedness will reap trouble.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse is part of a larger narrative about King Ahaz's reign and Judah's struggles with neighboring nations, as seen in 2 Chronicles 28:15-19, which highlights the consequences of Ahaz's unfaithfulness to God, similar to what is written in Isaiah 1:1-31.
What can we do when we face attacks or struggles like Judah did?
We can turn to God for help and trust in His sovereignty, just as the Israelites did in times of need, as seen in Psalms 46:1-11 and Jeremiah 29:11-13, which remind us that God is our refuge and strength.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be 'attacking' myself or others through my actions or attitudes, and how can I change these behaviors to be more like Christ?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty when I face struggles or opposition, and what does this look like in my daily life?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be 'carrying away captives' or causing harm to others, and how can I make amends and seek forgiveness?
- In what ways can I be a source of hope and comfort to those around me who may be facing struggles or attacks, just as the men in 2 Chronicles 28:15 provided for the captives?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 28:17
For again the Edomites had come,.... As in the days of Jehoshaphat, 2 Chronicles 20:10, and smitten Judah, and carried away captives; taking the advantage of the weak and low condition Ahaz was in,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 28:17
For again the Edomites had come and smitten Judah, and carried away captives. Again the Edomites had come.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 28:17
2 Chronicles 28:17 For again the Edomites had come and smitten Judah, and carried away captives.Ver. 17. For again the Edomites.] "Many sorrows shall be to the wicked; whenas he that trusteth in the Lord" - which Ahaz would not hear of - "mercy shall compass him round about," as it did his good son Hezekiah.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 28:17
(17) For again.—And moreover.Smitten Judah.—Smitten in Judah, i.e., inflicted a defeat upon her. After their reduction by Uzziah, the Edomites had probably remained subject to Judah, until Rezin of Syria expelled the Jews from Elath (2 Kings 16:6), and restored it to them. After that event, the disasters of Ahaz seem to have encouraged them to make a raid upon his territory.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 28:17
16–21 (= 2 Kings 16:7-9). Ahaz invokes Assyrian aid There is a variation here between Chron. and Kings. According to the former (2 Chronicles 28:21) Ahaz gained nothing by his tribute to the king of Assyria; according to Kings the Assyrian accepted the offering and marched against Syria, capturing Damascus and slaying Rezin.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 28:17
The Edomites took advantage of the reverses of Ahaz, and were perhaps in league with Rezin (see 2 Kings 16:6 note).
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 28:17
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Judgement Precipitated by the Ungodly by Aaron Dunlop | In this sermon, the preacher discusses three important lessons that can be learned from the text. Firstly, the world has a deep hatred for godly individuals, even if they may not p |