2 Chronicles 29:36
2 Chronicles 29:36 in Multiple Translations
Then Hezekiah and all the people rejoiced at what God had prepared for the people, because everything had been accomplished so quickly.
And Hezekiah rejoiced, and all the people, that God had prepared the people: for the thing was done suddenly.
And Hezekiah rejoiced, and all the people, because of that which God had prepared for the people: for the thing was done suddenly.
And Hezekiah and all the people were full of joy, because God had made the people ready: for the thing was done suddenly.
Hezekiah and everyone there were so happy at what God done for the people, because everything had been achieved so quickly.
Then Hezekiah reioyced and all the people, that God had made the people so ready: for the thing was done suddenly.
and rejoice doth Hezekiah and all the people, because of God's giving preparation to the people, for the thing hath been suddenly.
Hezekiah and all the people rejoiced because of that which God had prepared for the people; for the thing was done suddenly.
And Hezekiah rejoiced, and all the people, that God had prepared the people: for the thing was done suddenly.
And Ezechias, and all the people rejoiced because the ministry of the Lord was accomplished. For the resolution of doing this thing was taken suddenly.
And Hezekiah and all the other people of Judah celebrated, because God had enabled them to do all those things very quickly.
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2 Chronicles 29:36 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּשְׂמַ֤ח
יְחִזְקִיָּ֨הוּ֙
וְ/כָל
הָ/עָ֔ם
עַ֛ל
הַ/הֵכִ֥ין
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֖ים
לָ/עָ֑ם
כִּ֥י
בְּ/פִתְאֹ֖ם
הָיָ֥ה
הַ/דָּבָֽר
וַ/יִּשְׂמַ֤ח
sâmach
H8055
to rejoice
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
יְחִזְקִיָּ֨הוּ֙
Chizqîyâh
H2396
Hezekiah
N-proper
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
הָ/עָ֔ם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Art | N-ms
עַ֛ל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הַ/הֵכִ֥ין
kûwn
H3559
to establish
Rel | V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֖ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
Art | N-mp
לָ/עָ֑ם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Prep | N-ms
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
בְּ/פִתְאֹ֖ם
pithʼôwm
H6597
suddenly
Prep | Adv
הָיָ֥ה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
הַ/דָּבָֽר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 29:36
וַ/יִּשְׂמַ֤ח
sâmach
H8055
"to rejoice"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
יְחִזְקִיָּ֨הוּ֙
Chizqîyâh
H2396
"Hezekiah"
N-proper
Hezekiah was a king of Judah who served Jehovah and removed idolatrous practices. He was the son of Ahaz and Abijah, and a great-great-grandfather of Zephaniah the prophet. His name means Jehovah is my strength.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Zep.1.1; father of: Amariah (H0568O) § Hezekiah or Hizkiah or Hizkijah = "Jehovah is my strength" 1) 12th king of Judah, son of Ahaz and Abijah; a good king in that he served Jehovah and did away with idolatrous practices 2) great-great-grandfather of Zephaniah the prophet 3) son of Neariah, a descendant of David 4) head of a family of returning exiles in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 119 OT verses. KJV: Hezekiah, Hizkiah, Hizkijah. Compare H3169 (יְחִזְקִיָּה). See also: 2 Kings 16:20; 2 Chronicles 31:20; Proverbs 25:1.
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הָ/עָ֔ם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Art | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
עַ֛ל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הַ/הֵכִ֥ין
kûwn
H3559
"to establish"
Rel | V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
This verb means to set something up or establish it, like setting up a tent or appointing someone to a position, as seen in Isaiah 7:14.
Definition: : prepare/direct 1) to be firm, be stable, be established 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be set up, be established, be fixed 1a1a) to be firmly established 1a1b) to be established, be stable, be secure, be enduring 1a1c) to be fixed, be securely determined 1a2) to be directed aright, be fixed aright, be steadfast (moral sense) 1a3) to prepare, be ready 1a4) to be prepared, be arranged, be settled 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to establish, set up, accomplish, do, make firm 1b2) to fix, make ready, prepare, provide, provide for, furnish 1b3) to direct toward (moral sense) 1b4) to arrange, order 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be established, be fastened 1c2) to be prepared, be ready 1d) (Polel) 1d1) to set up, establish 1d2) to constitute, make 1d3) to fix 1d4) to direct 1e) (Pulal) to be established, be prepared 1f) (Hithpolel) to be established, be restored
Usage: Occurs in 211 OT verses. KJV: certain(-ty), confirm, direct, faithfulness, fashion, fasten, firm, be fitted, be fixed, frame, be meet, ordain, order, perfect, (make) preparation, prepare (self), provide, make provision, (be, make) ready, right, set (aright, fast, forth), be stable, (e-) stablish, stand, tarry, [idiom] very deed. See also: Genesis 41:32; Job 18:12; Psalms 5:10.
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֖ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
לָ/עָ֑ם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Prep | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
בְּ/פִתְאֹ֖ם
pithʼôwm
H6597
"suddenly"
Prep | Adv
This word means happening suddenly or quickly, like an unexpected event. It is used in the Bible to describe surprising things that happen to people like Jacob and Joseph.
Definition: adv 1) suddenly, surprisingly subst 2) suddenness
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: straightway, sudden(-ly). See also: Numbers 6:9; Proverbs 7:22; Psalms 64:5.
הָיָ֥ה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
הַ/דָּבָֽר
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
Art | N-ms
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 29:36
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- 2 Chronicles 29:36 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 29:36
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 29:36
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 29:36
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 29:36
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 29:36
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 29:36
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 29:36
Context — Hezekiah Restores Temple Worship
34However, since there were not enough priests to skin all the burnt offerings, their Levite brothers helped them until the work was finished and until the priests had consecrated themselves. For the Levites had been more diligent in consecrating themselves than the priests had been.
35Furthermore, the burnt offerings were abundant, along with the fat of the peace offerings and the drink offerings for the burnt offerings. So the service of the house of the LORD was established.
36Then Hezekiah and all the people rejoiced at what God had prepared for the people, because everything had been accomplished so quickly.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Acts 2:41 | Those who embraced his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to the believers that day. |
| 2 | 1 Thessalonians 3:8–9 | For now we can go on living, as long as you are standing firm in the Lord. How can we adequately thank God for you in return for our great joy over you in His presence? |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 29:9 | And the people rejoiced at the willing response of their leaders, for they had given to the LORD freely and wholeheartedly. And King David also rejoiced greatly. |
| 4 | Proverbs 16:1 | The plans of the heart belong to man, but the reply of the tongue is from the LORD. |
| 5 | Ezra 6:22 | For seven days they kept the Feast of Unleavened Bread with joy, because the LORD had made them joyful and turned the heart of the king of Assyria toward them to strengthen their hands in the work on the house of the God of Israel. |
| 6 | Psalms 10:17 | You have heard, O LORD, the desire of the humble; You will strengthen their hearts. You will incline Your ear, |
| 7 | 2 Chronicles 30:12 | Moreover, the power of God was on the people in Judah to give them one heart to obey the command of the king and his officials according to the word of the LORD. |
| 8 | 1 Chronicles 29:17–18 | I know, my God, that You test the heart and delight in uprightness. All these things I have given willingly and with an upright heart, and now I have seen Your people who are present here giving joyfully and willingly to You. O LORD, God of our fathers Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, keep this desire forever in the intentions of the hearts of Your people, and direct their hearts toward You. |
2 Chronicles 29:36 Summary
This verse, 2 Chronicles 29:36, tells us that King Hezekiah and the people were very happy because God had done great things for them and had worked quickly. It's like when God answers our prayers and does something amazing in our lives, and we feel happy and thankful, just like the Psalmist in Psalm 100:4-5. We can learn from this that God is always working for our good, even when we don't see it, and that we should trust in His goodness and faithfulness, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the reason for Hezekiah and the people's rejoicing in 2 Chronicles 29:36?
Hezekiah and the people rejoiced because God had prepared for the people and everything had been accomplished so quickly, as stated in 2 Chronicles 29:36, demonstrating God's faithfulness and provision as seen in Exodus 14:13-14.
How did the priests and Levites work together to accomplish the work in 2 Chronicles 29:34-35?
The Levites helped the priests with the burnt offerings because there were not enough priests to skin all the animals, showing the importance of teamwork and unity in serving God, as emphasized in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31.
What can we learn from the fact that the Levites had been more diligent in consecrating themselves than the priests had been in 2 Chronicles 29:34?
This verse teaches us that all believers, regardless of position or role, are called to be diligent in their devotion to God and to prioritize their spiritual purity, as instructed in 2 Timothy 2:21 and 1 Peter 1:15-16.
How does 2 Chronicles 29:36 relate to the concept of God's sovereignty and provision?
This verse highlights God's sovereignty and provision, demonstrating how He works quickly and efficiently to accomplish His will, as seen in Psalm 115:3 and Isaiah 46:10, and how we can trust in His goodness and faithfulness.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has prepared for you and accomplished things quickly in your life, and how can you rejoice and give thanks for these blessings?
- How can you apply the principle of teamwork and unity, as seen in the cooperation between the priests and Levites, to your own relationships and service to God?
- In what areas of your life do you need to be more diligent in consecrating yourself to God, and what steps can you take to prioritize your spiritual purity and devotion?
- How does the concept of God's sovereignty and provision, as seen in 2 Chronicles 29:36, impact your trust and faith in Him, especially in times of uncertainty or difficulty?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 29:36
And Hezekiah rejoiced, and all the people,.... To see things go on so well, which foreboded good unto them: and particularly that God had prepared the people; disposed and directed their hearts in
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 29:36
It was, as a very great, so a sudden change, that the people, who but the other day were so ready to comply with wicked Ahaz in his idolatrous and impious prescriptions, were now so free and forward in God’ s service; whereby it plainly appeared to be the work of the Almighty God changing their hearts by his Holy Spirit.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 29:36
2 Chronicles 29:36 And Hezekiah rejoiced, and all the people, that God had prepared the people: for the thing was [done] suddenly.Ver. 36. For the thing was done suddenly.] Which showed that there was much of God in it. Church businesses usually go on but slowly. Sed nescit tarda molimina Spiritus Sancti gratia, saith Ambrose. The Spirit makes quick work.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 29:36
(36) And Hezekiah rejoiced.—So of David and his people (1 Chronicles 29:9; 1 Chronicles 29:22). (Comp. also 2 Chronicles 7:10.) That God had prepared.—In the Hebrew the article is used instead of the relative: a construction characteristic of the chronicler (1 Chronicles 26:28). Render: “And Hezekiah rejoiced . . . over that which God had set in order for the people,” viz., the long-suspended ordinances of the Temple worship (1 Chronicles 12:39; 1 Chronicles 15:1). Perhaps, however, lâ‘âm, “for the people,” is the mere accusative after the verb, and the sense is “rejoiced because God had prepared the people” (2 Samuel 3:30). For the thing . . . suddenly.—Literally, for on a sudden happened the matter. “On a sudden,” be-pith’om, here only; elsewhere simply pith’om. Comp. the synonymous règa’ and be-règa’ (Psalms 6:10; Job 21:13). The hand of God was seen in the speed with which the revolution was effected, and the sudden turn of the princes and people from indifference to glad alacrity. (Comp. 2 Chronicles 30:12.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 29:36
Verse 36. And Hezekiah rejoiced] Both he and the people rejoiced that God had prepared their hearts to bring about so great a reformation in so short a time; for, it is added, the thing was done suddenly. The king's example and influence were here, under God, the grand spring of all those mighty and effectual movements. What amazing power and influence has God lodged with kings! They can sway a whole empire nearly as they please; and when they declare themselves in behalf of religion, they have the people uniformly on their side. Kings, on this very ground, are no indifferent beings; they must be either a great curse or a great blessing to the people whom they govern.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 29:36
36. that God had prepared the people] R.V. because of that which God had prepared for the people. It was God, not Hezekiah, who had done it all. suddenly] In the very first year of Hezekiah’s reign (2 Chronicles 29:3).
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 29:36
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Worship Beyond Prayer and Praise by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his personal journey of preparing a sermon on the theme of worship. He shares that he began preparing this sermon in 1951 while lying in a h |
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Revival - God's Part, My Part by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the issue of unemployment and aimlessness among young people in third world countries. He highlights the desperation of these individuals who |
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(Australia) Another Gospel by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher talks about the contrast between the prosperity and comfort of some people's lives and the struggles and brokenness that others face. He emphasizes the |
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Only One Life Will Soon Be Past by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living a life that pleases God. He highlights the concept of appearing before the judgment seat of Christ, where believers |
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(Europe 2008) Session 1 - a Man Sent From God by B.H. Clendennen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for a revival in London and the world. He mentions that before the Wesleyan revival, there were no gospel churches in London, but wh |
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How to Evangelize the World by Oswald J. Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of publishing the gospel among all nations before the end of this age. They believe that once every nation has had the opportu |
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A Mighty Minority by K.P. Yohannan | In this sermon, the speaker shares personal experiences of preaching the word of God and witnessing powerful transformations. He encourages believers not to be afraid of rejection |