2 Chronicles 31:11
2 Chronicles 31:11 in Multiple Translations
Then Hezekiah commanded them to prepare storerooms in the house of the LORD, and they did so.
¶ Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of the LORD; and they prepared them,
Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of Jehovah; and they prepared them;
Then Hezekiah said that store-rooms were to be made ready in the house of the Lord; and this was done.
Hezekiah ordered the construction of storehouses in the Lord's Temple. Once they were ready,
And Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of the Lord: and they prepared them,
And Hezekiah saith to prepare chambers in the house of Jehovah, and they prepare,
Then Hezekiah commanded them to prepare rooms in the LORD’s house, and they prepared them.
Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of the LORD; and they prepared them ,
Then Ezechias commanded to prepare storehouses in the house of the Lord. And when they had done so,
Then Hezekiah ordered that they should prepare storerooms in the temple. So they did that.
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2 Chronicles 31:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֹּ֣אמֶר
יְחִזְקִיָּ֗הוּ
לְ/הָכִ֧ין
לְשָׁכ֛וֹת
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
יְהוָ֖ה
וַ/יָּכִֽינוּ
וַ/יֹּ֣אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
יְחִזְקִיָּ֗הוּ
Chizqîyâh
H2396
Hezekiah
N-proper
לְ/הָכִ֧ין
kûwn
H3559
to establish
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
לְשָׁכ֛וֹת
lishkâh
H3957
chamber
N-fp
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
bayith
H1004
place
Prep | N-ms
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
וַ/יָּכִֽינוּ
kûwn
H3559
to establish
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 31:11
וַ/יֹּ֣אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
יְחִזְקִיָּ֗הוּ
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.
לְ/הָכִ֧ין
kûwn
H3559
"to establish"
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
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.
לְשָׁכ֛וֹת
lishkâh
H3957
"chamber"
N-fp
A room or chamber in a building, like a storage room or a bedroom. This word is used in 1 Kings 20:30 to describe a room in the king's palace.
Definition: room, chamber, hall, cell
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: chamber, parlour. Compare H5393 (נִשְׁכָּה). See also: 1 Samuel 9:22; Jeremiah 36:20; Jeremiah 35:2.
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
וַ/יָּכִֽינוּ
kûwn
H3559
"to establish"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
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.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 31:11
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 31:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 31:11
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 31:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 31:11
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 31:11
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 31:11
Context — Hezekiah Organizes the Priests
9Then Hezekiah questioned the priests and Levites about the heaps,
10and Azariah, the chief priest of the household of Zadok, answered him, “Since the people began to bring their contributions into the house of the LORD, we have had enough to eat, and there is plenty left over, because the LORD has blessed His people; this great abundance is what is left over.”
11Then Hezekiah commanded them to prepare storerooms in the house of the LORD, and they did so.
12And they faithfully brought in the contributions, tithes, and dedicated gifts. Conaniah the Levite was the officer in charge of them, and his brother Shimei was second. 13Jehiel, Azaziah, Nahath, Asahel, Jerimoth, Jozabad, Eliel, Ismachiah, Mahath, and Benaiah were overseers under the authority of Conaniah and his brother Shimei, by appointment of King Hezekiah and of Azariah the chief official of the house of God.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehemiah 10:38–39 | A priest of Aaron’s line is to accompany the Levites when they collect the tenth, and the Levites are to bring a tenth of these tithes to the storerooms of the treasury in the house of our God. For the Israelites and the Levites are to bring the contributions of grain, new wine, and oil to the storerooms where the articles of the sanctuary are kept and where the ministering priests, the gatekeepers, and the singers stay. Thus we will not neglect the house of our God.” |
| 2 | Nehemiah 13:5 | and had prepared for Tobiah a large room where they had previously stored the grain offerings, the frankincense, the temple articles, and the tithes of grain, new wine, and oil prescribed for the Levites, singers, and gatekeepers, along with the contributions for the priests. |
| 3 | Nehemiah 13:12–13 | and all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storerooms. I appointed as treasurers over the storerooms Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites, with Hanan son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah, to assist them, because they were considered trustworthy. They were responsible for distributing the supplies to their fellow Levites. |
2 Chronicles 31:11 Summary
[Hezekiah told the people to get the temple ready to store all the gifts and offerings that the people had given, because there was so much. This shows that Hezekiah was a wise leader who wanted to take care of the things God had given them. We can learn from Hezekiah's example by being responsible with the things God gives us, like our time and money, and using them to help others, as Jesus teaches in Matthew 25:31-46. By doing so, we can trust in God's provision and faithfulness, just like Hezekiah did, and just like the Bible promises in Philippians 4:19.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Hezekiah command them to prepare storerooms in the house of the LORD?
Hezekiah commanded them to prepare storerooms because the people had brought in so many contributions, tithes, and dedicated gifts that there was a great abundance, as Azariah the chief priest explained in 2 Chronicles 31:10, and Hezekiah wanted to organize and store these gifts properly, as seen in 2 Chronicles 31:11.
What does this verse reveal about Hezekiah's character?
This verse reveals that Hezekiah was a wise and organized leader, who recognized the importance of managing the resources God had provided, similar to the steward in Matthew 25:14-30 who was commended for being faithful with what he was given.
How does this verse relate to the concept of stewardship in the Bible?
This verse illustrates the principle of stewardship, where believers are called to manage and care for the resources God has entrusted to them, as taught in Genesis 1:28 and 1 Corinthians 4:2, and to use them for His glory and the benefit of others.
What can we learn from Hezekiah's example in this verse?
We can learn the importance of being responsible and organized in our management of the resources God has given us, whether it be our time, talents, or finances, and to trust in His provision, as seen in Philippians 4:19 and Matthew 6:33.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can apply the principle of stewardship in my own life, and how can I use my resources to glorify God?
- How can I, like Hezekiah, recognize and respond to the blessings and provisions God has given me, and use them to benefit others?
- In what ways can I trust in God's provision and faithfulness, even when I'm not sure what the future holds, and how can I reflect that trust in my daily life?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to be more organized and responsible, and how can I seek God's guidance and wisdom in those areas?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 31:11
Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of the Lord,.... Either to build new ones, or fit up those that were built: and they prepared [them]; got them ready to lay up the stores in.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 31:11
Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of the LORD; and they prepared them, Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers - store-houses, granaries, or cellars.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 31:11
In the house of the Lord; largely so called, to wit, in the courts, or in the chambers adjoining to the house.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 31:11
2 Chronicles 31:11 Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of the LORD; and they prepared [them],Ver. 11. To prepare chambers.] Or, Storehouses. Prepared they were before by Solomon: but now they were put in order, and made fit for such a use.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 31:11
Verse 11. To prepare chambers] To make granaries to lay up this superabundance.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 31:11
11. chambers] Cp. 1 Chronicles 9:26, note.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 31:11
11. Prepare chambers in… house of the Lord — Probably the side chambers described in 1 Kings 6:5-10 had been formerly used for similar purposes, but having been disused for some time they needed