2 Chronicles 36:15
2 Chronicles 36:15 in Multiple Translations
Again and again the LORD, the God of their fathers, sent word to His people through His messengers because He had compassion on them and on His dwelling place.
And the LORD God of their fathers sent to them by his messengers, rising up betimes, and sending; because he had compassion on his people, and on his dwelling place:
And Jehovah, the God of their fathers, sent to them by his messengers, rising up early and sending, because he had compassion on his people, and on his dwelling-place:
And the Lord, the God of their fathers, sent word to them by his servants, sending early and frequently, because he had pity on his people and on his living-place;
Again and again the Lord, the God of their fathers, warned his people through his prophets, because he wanted to show mercy to them and to his Temple.
Therefore the Lord God of their fathers sent to them by his messengers, rising earely and sending: for he had compassion on his people, and on his habitation.
And Jehovah, God of their fathers, sendeth unto them by the hand of His messengers — rising early and sending — for He hath had pity on His people, and on His habitation,
The LORD, the God of their fathers, sent to them by his messengers, rising up early and sending, because he had compassion on his people and on his dwelling place;
And the LORD God of their fathers sent to them by his messengers, rising up betimes, and sending; because he had compassion on his people, and on his dwelling-place:
And the Lord the God of their fathers sent to them, by the hand of his messengers, rising early, and daily admonishing them: because he spared his people and his dwelling place.
Yahweh, the God whom the ancestors of the people of Judah belonged to/worshiped, gave messages to his prophets many times, and the prophets told those messages to the people of Judah. Yahweh did that because he pitied his people and did not want his temple to be destroyed.
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Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 36:15
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- 2 Chronicles 36:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 36:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 36:15
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 36:15
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 36:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 36:15
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 36:15
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 36:15
Context — The Fall of Jerusalem
15Again and again the LORD, the God of their fathers, sent word to His people through His messengers because He had compassion on them and on His dwelling place.
16But they mocked the messengers of God, despising His words and scoffing at His prophets, until the wrath of the LORD against His people was stirred up beyond remedy. 17So He brought up against them the king of the Chaldeans, who put their young men to the sword in the sanctuary, sparing neither young men nor young women, neither elderly nor infirm. God gave them all into the hand of Nebuchadnezzar,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 35:15 | Again and again I have sent you all My servants the prophets, proclaiming: ‘Turn now, each of you, from your wicked ways, and correct your actions. Do not go after other gods to serve them. Live in the land that I have given to you and your fathers.’ But you have not inclined your ear or listened to Me. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 7:13 | And now, because you have done all these things, declares the LORD, and because I have spoken to you again and again but you would not listen, and I have called to you but you would not answer, |
| 3 | Jeremiah 25:3–4 | “From the thirteenth year of Josiah son of Amon king of Judah until this very day—twenty-three years—the word of the LORD has come to me, and I have spoken to you again and again, but you have not listened. And the LORD has sent all His servants the prophets to you again and again, but you have not listened or inclined your ear to hear. |
| 4 | Jeremiah 7:25 | From the day your fathers came out of the land of Egypt until this day, I have sent you all My servants the prophets again and again. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 44:4–5 | Yet I sent you all My servants the prophets again and again, saying: ‘Do not do this detestable thing that I hate.’ But they did not listen or incline their ears; they did not turn from their wickedness or stop burning incense to other gods. |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 24:18–21 | They abandoned the house of the LORD, the God of their fathers, and served the Asherah poles and idols. So wrath came upon Judah and Jerusalem for this guilt of theirs. Nevertheless, the LORD sent prophets to bring the people back to Him and to testify against them; but they would not listen. Then the Spirit of God came upon Zechariah son of Jehoiada the priest, who stood up before the people and said to them, “This is what God says: ‘Why do you transgress the commandments of the LORD so that you cannot prosper? Because you have forsaken the LORD, He has forsaken you.’” But they conspired against Zechariah, and by order of the king, they stoned him in the courtyard of the house of the LORD. |
| 7 | Luke 19:41–44 | As Jesus approached Jerusalem and saw the city, He wept over it and said, “If only you had known on this day what would bring you peace! But now it is hidden from your eyes. For the days will come upon you when your enemies will barricade you and surround you and hem you in on every side. They will level you to the ground—you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognize the time of your visitation from God. ” |
| 8 | Jeremiah 26:5 | and if you do not listen to the words of My servants the prophets, whom I have sent you again and again even though you did not listen, |
| 9 | Judges 10:16 | So they put away the foreign gods from among them and served the LORD, and He could no longer bear the misery of Israel. |
| 10 | 2 Kings 13:23 | But the LORD was gracious to Israel and had compassion on them, and He turned toward them because of His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. And to this day, the LORD has been unwilling to destroy them or cast them from His presence. |
2 Chronicles 36:15 Summary
This verse tells us that even when God's people were being unfaithful, He still sent them messages of love and warning through His prophets. God had compassion on them because He loved them and wanted to protect His temple, which was a special place where He dwelled among them (as seen in 1 Kings 8:13). Just like God sent prophets to His people, He sends us messages today through the Bible and other means, calling us to turn back to Him (as in Jeremiah 31:3). We can learn from this verse to be more attentive to God's voice and to trust in His love and compassion for us, just as Psalm 103:13 reminds us that God is like a father who has compassion on His children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God sent word to His people through His messengers?
This refers to the prophets God sent to call His people back to Himself, as seen in Isaiah 6:8-9, where Isaiah is commissioned to speak for God, and Jeremiah 1:4-10, where Jeremiah is called to be a prophet to the nations.
Why did God have compassion on His people and His dwelling place?
God's compassion is rooted in His love and faithfulness to His people, as expressed in Deuteronomy 7:9, which says He is a God of faithfulness and without injustice, and also in His desire to protect the temple, His dwelling place, as mentioned in Psalm 132:13-14.
What is the significance of God being the God of their fathers?
This phrase highlights God's covenant relationship with His people, established with their ancestors, as seen in Exodus 3:15, where God introduces Himself to Moses as the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and in Luke 1:54-55, which recalls God's help to Israel in the past.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse serves as a contrast to the rebellion and unfaithfulness of God's people described in the surrounding verses, such as 2 Chronicles 36:13-14, and sets the stage for the consequences of their actions in 2 Chronicles 36:16-17.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways God sends messengers to us today, and how do we respond to His word?
- How can we balance the truth of God's judgment with the reality of His compassion, as seen in this verse?
- In what ways can we, like the temple, become a dwelling place for God, as described in 1 Corinthians 3:16-17?
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of listening to and obeying God's messengers in our lives?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 36:15
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 36:15
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 36:15
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 36:15
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 36:15
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 36:15
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 36:15
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A Message to the Pulpits of America by Shane Idleman | This sermon emphasizes the paramount importance of holiness as the key attribute of God, even above His love. It highlights how leaders, prophets, and the church have fallen short |
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The Role of the Prophet by Steve Gallagher | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on their personal experience of being called by God to quit watching television in 1985. Initially, they struggled to understand why God would |
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The Seven Levels of Judgment - Part 3 by Dan Biser | This sermon delves into the concept of God's response to sin, highlighting the various levels of judgment seen throughout history. It emphasizes the importance of repentance and co |
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Blessing of Brokenness by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the 'Blessing of Brokenness,' urging the church to embrace utter dependence on God through repentance and desperation. He highlights the need for humility |
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Rising Up Betimes. by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes God's deep yearning for the salvation of humanity, illustrated by His eagerness to send messengers early to call the sinful city to repentance. He challenges |
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Ii Chronicles 36:15 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the dire consequences of forsaking God, illustrating how the nation of Judah fell from glory due to their disobedience and rejection of divine guidance. He h |
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Traditions vs Commandments by Chuck Smith | This sermon from Jeremiah chapter 35 and Mark's Gospel chapter 7 emphasizes the dangers of prioritizing man-made traditions over God's commandments. It highlights the importance of |





