2 Chronicles 29:1
2 Chronicles 29:1 in Multiple Translations
Hezekiah was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-nine years. His mother’s name was Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah.
Hezekiah began to reign when he was five and twenty years old, and he reigned nine and twenty years in Jerusalem. And his mother’s name was Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah.
Hezekiah began to reign when he was five and twenty years old; and he reigned nine and twenty years in Jerusalem: and his mother’s name was Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah.
Hezekiah became king when he was twenty-five years old; and he was king in Jerusalem for twenty-nine years; and his mother's name was Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah.
Hezekiah was twenty-five when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem for twenty-nine years. His mother's name was Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah.
Hezekiah began to reigne, when he was fiue and twentie yeere olde, and reigned nine and twentie yeres in Ierusalem: and his mothers name was Abiiah the daughter of Zechariah.
Hezekiah hath reigned — a son of twenty and five years, and twenty and nine years he hath reigned in Jerusalem, and the name of his mother [is] Abijah daughter of Zechariah;
Hezekiah began to reign when he was twenty-five years old, and he reigned twenty-nine years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah.
Hezekiah began to reign when he was five and twenty years old, and he reigned nine and twenty years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Abijah the daughter of Zechariah.
Now Ezechias began to reign, when he was five and twenty years old, and he reigned nine and twenty years in Jerusalem: the name of his mother was Abia, the daughter of Zacharias.
Hezekiah was 25 years old when he became the king of Judah. He ruled from Jerusalem for 29 years. His mother was Abijah, the daughter of a man whose name was Zechariah.
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Context — Hezekiah Cleanses the Temple
1Hezekiah was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-nine years. His mother’s name was Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah.
2And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father David had done. 3In the first month of the first year of his reign, Hezekiah opened and repaired the doors of the house of the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Kings 18:1–3 | In the third year of the reign of Hoshea son of Elah over Israel, Hezekiah son of Ahaz 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 Abi, the daughter of Zechariah. And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father David had done. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 3:13 | Ahaz his son, Hezekiah his son, Manasseh his son, |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 26:5 | He 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. |
| 4 | Matthew 1:9–10 | Uzziah was the father of Jotham, Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah. Hezekiah was the father of Manasseh, Manasseh the father of Amon, Amon the father of Josiah, |
| 5 | Hosea 1:1 | This is the word of the LORD that came to Hosea son of Beeri in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, and of Jeroboam son of Jehoash, king of Israel. |
| 6 | Isaiah 8:2 | And I will appoint for Myself trustworthy witnesses—Uriah the priest and Zechariah son of Jeberekiah.” |
| 7 | Micah 1:1 | This is the word of the LORD that came to Micah the Moreshite in the days of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah—what he saw regarding Samaria and Jerusalem: |
| 8 | Isaiah 1:1 | This is the vision concerning Judah and Jerusalem that Isaiah son of Amoz saw during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah. |
2 Chronicles 29:1 Summary
This verse tells us about Hezekiah, a king who was twenty-five years old when he started ruling Jerusalem, and he ruled for twenty-nine years. His mom's name was Abijah, and she was the daughter of Zechariah. This information helps us understand Hezekiah's background and how it might have influenced his decisions as king, similar to how Solomon was influenced by his father David (1 Kings 3:3). It also reminds us that our family and upbringing can shape who we become, just like it did for Hezekiah and other biblical figures (Proverbs 22:6).
Frequently Asked Questions
What can we learn about Hezekiah's background from this verse?
From 2 Chronicles 29:1, we learn that Hezekiah was twenty-five years old when he became king and that his mother's name was Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah, indicating a possible spiritual heritage (similar to 2 Timothy 1:5).
How long did Hezekiah reign as king?
According to 2 Chronicles 29:1, Hezekiah reigned in Jerusalem for twenty-nine years, a significant period of time for a king in the Old Testament (comparable to 1 Kings 14:21).
What is the significance of mentioning Hezekiah's mother's name?
Mentioning Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah, as Hezekiah's mother may highlight her influence on his life and reign, similar to how Bathsheba influenced Solomon (1 Kings 1:11-31).
How does Hezekiah's age at the start of his reign compare to other kings?
Hezekiah was twenty-five years old when he became king, which is relatively young compared to other kings in the Bible, such as Solomon who was also young when he became king (1 Kings 3:7, 2 Chronicles 1:1).
Reflection Questions
- What role do you think Hezekiah's family background played in shaping his faith and decisions as king?
- In what ways can we apply the principle of honoring our spiritual heritage, as possibly seen in Hezekiah's life, to our own lives today?
- How does knowing the length of a king's reign help us understand the historical context of the events that occurred during that time?
- What can we learn from the fact that the Bible records specific details about Hezekiah's life, such as his age and his mother's name?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 29:1
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 29:1
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 29:1
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 29:1
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 29:1
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 29:1
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 29:1
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 29:1
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Revival - God's Finger Pointing by Lou Sutera | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the message from Haggai chapter 1, verse 5, where God tells his people to consider their ways. The preacher emphasizes the tendency of peopl |
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A Royal Priesthood by David Davis | This sermon emphasizes the call to be a royal priesthood, drawing from the story of Hezekiah's revival in 2 Chronicles and the concept of worship as central to experiencing revival |
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Cleansing the Temple by David Ravenhill | David Ravenhill emphasizes the need for spiritual cleansing in the church, drawing parallels from King Hezekiah's restoration of the temple. Hezekiah prioritized opening the doors |
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The Beginning of Revival by David Ravenhill | David Ravenhill emphasizes the importance of prioritizing a relationship with God, drawing from the story of King Hezekiah, who initiated a revival by restoring the house of God af |
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The Zeal of the Lord by William Carrol | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not getting caught up in worldly trends and fads, as they will lead to being left behind. He speaks about how God will eve |
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(Through the Bible) 2 Chronicles 28-36 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker tells the story of Balaam and his donkey from the Bible. Balaam is tempted by the king's offer of wealth and power, but his donkey keeps veering off the |
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Uzziah, King of Judah, or the Danger of Success by Harry Ironside | Harry Ironside delivers a powerful sermon on King Uzziah of Judah, illustrating the peril of success and pride. Uzziah began his reign by seeking the Lord and prospered greatly, bu |






