2 Chronicles 30:15
2 Chronicles 30:15 in Multiple Translations
And on the fourteenth day of the second month they slaughtered the Passover lamb. The priests and Levites were ashamed, and they consecrated themselves and brought burnt offerings to the house of the LORD.
Then they killed the passover on the fourteenth day of the second month: and the priests and the Levites were ashamed, and sanctified themselves, and brought in the burnt offerings into the house of the LORD.
Then they killed the passover on the fourteenth day of the second month: and the priests and the Levites were ashamed, and sanctified themselves, and brought burnt-offerings into the house of Jehovah.
Then on the fourteenth day of the second month they put the Passover lambs to death: and the priests and the Levites were shamed, and made themselves holy and took burned offerings into the house of the Lord.
On the fourteenth day of the second month they killed the Passover lamb. The priests and Levites were ashamed, and they purified themselves and brought burnt offerings to the Lord's Temple.
Afterwarde they slewe the Passeouer the fourteenth day of the seconde moneth: and the Priestes and Leuites were ashamed, and sanctified themselues, and brought the burnt offrings into the house of the Lord.
and they slaughter the passover-offering on the fourteenth of the second month, and the priests and the Levites have been ashamed, and sanctify themselves, and bring in burnt-offerings to the house of Jehovah.
Then they killed the Passover on the fourteenth day of the second month. The priests and the Levites were ashamed, and sanctified themselves, and brought burnt offerings into the LORD’s house.
Then they killed the passover on the fourteenth day of the second month: and the priests and the Levites were ashamed, and sanctified themselves, and brought in the burnt-offerings into the house of the LORD.
And they immolated the phase on the fourteenth day of the second month. And the priests and the Levites being at length sanctified offered holocausts in the house of the Lord.
They slaughtered the Passover lambs on the fourteenth day of that month. Some of the priests and the other descendants of Levi were ashamed because they had not performed the rituals to cause them to be acceptable to work for Yahweh. So they performed those rituals, and brought to the temple animals to be completely burned on the altar.
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Context — Hezekiah Celebrates the Passover
15And on the fourteenth day of the second month they slaughtered the Passover lamb. The priests and Levites were ashamed, and they consecrated themselves and brought burnt offerings to the house of the LORD.
16They stood at their prescribed posts, according to the Law of Moses the man of God. The priests splattered the blood, which they received from the hand of the Levites. 17Since there were many in the assembly who had not consecrated themselves, the Levites were in charge of slaughtering the Passover lambs for every unclean person to consecrate the lambs to the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Chronicles 29:34 | However, 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 been consecrated. For the Levites had been more diligent in consecrating themselves than the priests had been. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 5:11 | Now all the priests who were present had consecrated themselves regardless of their divisions. And when the priests came out of the Holy Place, |
| 3 | Exodus 19:22 | Even the priests who approach the LORD must consecrate themselves, or the LORD will break out against them.” |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 31:18 | The genealogy included all the little ones, wives, sons, and daughters in the whole assembly. For they had faithfully consecrated themselves as holy. |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 29:15 | When they had assembled their brothers and consecrated themselves, they went in to cleanse the house of the LORD, according to the command of the king by the words of the LORD. |
| 6 | Ezekiel 16:61–63 | Then you will remember your ways and be ashamed when you receive your older and younger sisters. I will give them to you as daughters, but not because of My covenant with you. So I will establish My covenant with you, and you will know that I am the LORD, so that when I make atonement for all you have done, you will remember and be ashamed and never again open your mouth because of your disgrace, declares the Lord GOD.” |
| 7 | Exodus 19:10 | Then the LORD said to Moses, “Go to the people and consecrate them today and tomorrow. They must wash their clothes |
| 8 | Ezekiel 43:10–11 | As for you, son of man, describe the temple to the people of Israel, so that they may be ashamed of their iniquities. Let them measure the plan, and if they are ashamed of all they have done, then make known to them the design of the temple—its arrangement and its exits and entrances—its whole design along with all its statutes, forms, and laws. Write it down in their sight, so that they may keep its complete design and all its statutes and may carry them out. |
| 9 | 2 Chronicles 30:24 | For Hezekiah king of Judah contributed a thousand bulls and seven thousand sheep for the assembly, and the officials contributed a thousand bulls and ten thousand sheep for the assembly, and a great number of priests consecrated themselves. |
2 Chronicles 30:15 Summary
In 2 Chronicles 30:15, the priests and Levites felt ashamed because they had not been following God's laws, so they consecrated themselves and brought burnt offerings to the Lord. This shows us the importance of humility and repentance, and how we can apply these principles to our own lives by seeking the Lord and following His commands, as seen in (Psalm 51:17) and (1 John 1:9). By consecrating ourselves to the Lord, we can be cleansed from our sins and live a life that honors Him, just like the priests and Levites did in 2 Chronicles 30:15. This is in line with the teachings of the Bible in (2 Corinthians 7:1), which encourages us to live a life of purity and holiness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the priests and Levites feel ashamed in 2 Chronicles 30:15?
The priests and Levites felt ashamed because they had not been following God's laws and commandments, and they realized their sin and needed to consecrate themselves, as seen in 2 Chronicles 30:15, and this is similar to the feelings of shame and repentance in Ezra 9:6.
What is the significance of slaughtering the Passover lamb on the fourteenth day of the second month?
The Passover lamb was slaughtered on the fourteenth day of the first month according to the Law of Moses in Exodus 12:6, but in this case, it was the second month, indicating a delay, and the people were still eager to follow God's commands and celebrate the Passover, as seen in 2 Chronicles 30:15.
How did the priests and Levites consecrate themselves in 2 Chronicles 30:15?
The priests and Levites consecrated themselves by bringing burnt offerings to the house of the Lord, as seen in 2 Chronicles 30:15, which is a symbol of their repentance and desire to be cleansed from their sins, similar to the consecration process in Leviticus 8:33.
What can we learn from the example of the priests and Levites in 2 Chronicles 30:15?
We can learn the importance of humility, repentance, and consecration, as seen in the example of the priests and Levites, and this is in line with the teachings of the Bible in 2 Corinthians 7:1 and 1 Peter 1:15-16.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to consecrate myself to the Lord, just like the priests and Levites did in 2 Chronicles 30:15?
- How can I apply the principles of humility and repentance, as seen in 2 Chronicles 30:15, to my own life and relationships?
- What are some ways I can prioritize following God's commands and celebrating the things of the Lord, just like the people did in 2 Chronicles 30:15?
- In what ways can I use the example of the priests and Levites in 2 Chronicles 30:15 to encourage others to seek the Lord and follow His commands?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 30:15
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 30:15
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 30:15
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 30:15
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 30:15
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 30:15
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 30:15
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 30:15
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 30:15
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The Baptism of the Holy Spirit Makes Us Bold by Sandeep Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of consecrating ourselves daily to God, seeking to be disciples who listen to His voice, respond to His leading, and contribute to the growth |
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The Fight of Faith Crowned by Thomas Watson | Thomas Watson preaches a powerful sermon on the Christian's combat and crown, emphasizing the importance of fighting the good fight of faith with courage, constancy, and the hope o |
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The Congo Revival by David Davies | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of encountering a man who was deeply moved by the message of forgiveness and cleansing. The man was unable to speak and tea |
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Hebrews 12:18-29 by Don McClure | In this sermon, the preacher tells a story about a little boy who is being chased by a man from an insane asylum. The boy is terrified and running for his life, but eventually, the |
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The Proof of This Custom Only From the Talmuds. by John Gill | John Gill discusses the origins and evidence of the Jewish custom of receiving proselytes through baptism or dipping, emphasizing that this practice is primarily documented in the |
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(New Wine in New Wineskins) 17. Signs That Point to the Return of Christ by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the signs that indicate the imminent return of Christ, highlighting the significant changes in the world since 1939, including wars, famines, natural calamiti |
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Ezekiel: Vision of the Temple by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the visions that God gave to the prophet Ezekiel while he was among the captives by the river Chiba. One of the visions was of the glory of t |







