2 Kings 17:38
2 Kings 17:38 in Multiple Translations
Do not forget the covenant I have made with you. Do not worship other gods,
And the covenant that I have made with you ye shall not forget; neither shall ye fear other gods.
and the covenant that I have made with you ye shall not forget; neither shall ye fear other gods:
And you are to keep in memory the agreement which I have made with you; and you are to have no other gods.
Don't forget the agreement I have made with you, and don't worship other gods.
And forget not the couenant that I haue made with you, neither feare ye other gods,
and the covenant that I have made with you ye do not forget, and ye do not fear other gods;
You shall not forget the covenant that I have made with you. You shall not fear other gods.
And the covenant that I have made with you ye shall not forget; neither shall ye fear other gods.
And the covenant that he made with you, you shall not forget: neither shall ye worship strange gods,
And you must not forget the agreement that I made with your ancestors. You must not revere other gods.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Kings 17:38
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2 Kings 17:38 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/הַ/בְּרִ֛ית
אֲשֶׁר
כָּרַ֥תִּי
אִתְּ/כֶ֖ם
לֹ֣א
תִשְׁכָּ֑חוּ
וְ/לֹ֥א
תִֽירְא֖וּ
אֱלֹהִ֥ים
אֲחֵרִֽים
וְ/הַ/בְּרִ֛ית
bᵉrîyth
H1285
covenant
Conj | Art | N-fs
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
כָּרַ֥תִּי
kârath
H3772
to cut
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
אִתְּ/כֶ֖ם
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Suff
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תִשְׁכָּ֑חוּ
shâkach
H7911
to forget
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
וְ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Conj | Part
תִֽירְא֖וּ
yârêʼ
H3372
to fear
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
אֱלֹהִ֥ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
אֲחֵרִֽים
ʼachêr
H312
another
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Kings 17:38
וְ/הַ/בְּרִ֛ית
bᵉrîyth
H1285
"covenant"
Conj | Art | N-fs
A covenant is a promise or agreement between people or between God and people, like a treaty or alliance. It is first mentioned in the Bible in Genesis, where God makes a covenant with Abraham. This concept is central to the Bible.
Definition: 1) covenant, alliance, pledge 1a) between men 1a1) treaty, alliance, league (man to man) 1a2) constitution, ordinance (monarch to subjects) 1a3) agreement, pledge (man to man) 1a4) alliance (of friendship) 1a5) alliance (of marriage) 1b) between God and man 1b1) alliance (of friendship) 1b2) covenant (divine ordinance with signs or pledges) 2) (phrases) 2a) covenant making 2b) covenant keeping 2c) covenant violation
Usage: Occurs in 264 OT verses. KJV: confederacy, (con-) feder(-ate), covenant, league. See also: Genesis 6:18; Judges 20:27; Psalms 25:10.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
כָּרַ֥תִּי
kârath
H3772
"to cut"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
This Hebrew word means to cut or destroy something, but it also has a special meaning related to making a covenant or agreement. In Genesis 15:18, God makes a covenant with Abram, symbolized by cutting animals in half, showing the seriousness of the promise. This word is used to describe important agreements and alliances.
Definition: : cut/fell 1) to cut, cut off, cut down, cut off a body part, cut out, eliminate, kill, cut a covenant 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cut off 1a1a) to cut off a body part, behead 1a2) to cut down 1a3) to hew 1a4) to cut or make a covenant 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be cut off 1b2) to be cut down 1b3) to be chewed 1b4) to be cut off, fail 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be cut off 1c2) to be cut down 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cut off 1d2) to cut off, destroy 1d3) to cut down, destroy 1d4) to take away 1d5) to permit to perish 1e) (Hophal) cut off
Usage: Occurs in 280 OT verses. KJV: be chewed, be con-(feder-) ate, covenant, cut (down, off), destroy, fail, feller, be freed, hew (down), make a league (covenant), [idiom] lose, perish, [idiom] utterly, [idiom] want. See also: Genesis 9:11; 1 Samuel 24:6; Psalms 12:4.
אִתְּ/כֶ֖ם
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תִשְׁכָּ֑חוּ
shâkach
H7911
"to forget"
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
To forget something means to mislay it or be oblivious to it. This Hebrew word is used in the Bible to describe when people forget things, like God's commands. The KJV translates it as 'to forget' or 'at all'.
Definition: 1) to forget, ignore, wither 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to forget 1a2) to cease to care 1b) (Niphal) to be forgotten 1c) (Piel) to cause to forget 1d) (Hiphil) to make or cause to forget 1e) (Hithpael) to be forgotten Aramaic equivalent: she.khach (שְׁכַח "to find" H7912)
Usage: Occurs in 95 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, (cause to) forget. See also: Genesis 27:45; Psalms 106:13; Psalms 9:13.
וְ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Conj | Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תִֽירְא֖וּ
yârêʼ
H3372
"to fear"
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
This Hebrew word means to fear or revere, and is used to describe being afraid or standing in awe of something, like God's power. It appears in the Bible to convey a sense of respect or reverence. In the KJV, it's translated as 'affright' or 'reverence'.
Definition: : frightening(DANGER) 1) to fear, revere, be afraid 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to fear, be afraid 1a2) to stand in awe of, be awed 1a3) to fear, reverence, honour, respect 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be fearful, be dreadful, be feared 1b2) to cause astonishment and awe, be held in awe 1b3) to inspire reverence or godly fear or awe 1c) (Piel) to make afraid, terrify 2) (TWOT) to shoot, pour
Usage: Occurs in 318 OT verses. KJV: affright, be (make) afraid, dread(-ful), (put in) fear(-ful, -fully, -ing), (be had in) reverence(-end), [idiom] see, terrible (act, -ness, thing). See also: Genesis 3:10; 1 Samuel 12:18; Psalms 3:7.
אֱלֹהִ֥ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
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.
אֲחֵרִֽים
ʼachêr
H312
"another"
Adj
Means another or next in the original Hebrew, often referring to someone or something that follows or is different. It appears in various contexts, including descriptions of people and events in the Bible.
Definition: 1) another, other, following 1a) following, further 1b) other, different
Usage: Occurs in 161 OT verses. KJV: (an-) other man, following, next, strange. See also: Genesis 4:25; 1 Kings 13:10; Psalms 16:4.
Study Notes — 2 Kings 17:38
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Context — Samaria Resettled
36Instead, worship the LORD, who brought you out of the land of Egypt with great power and an outstretched arm. You are to bow down to Him and offer sacrifices to Him.
37And you must always be careful to observe the statutes, ordinances, laws, and commandments He wrote for you. Do not worship other gods.
38Do not forget the covenant I have made with you. Do not worship other gods,
39but worship the LORD your God, and He will deliver you from the hands of all your enemies.” 40But they would not listen, and they persisted in their former customs.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deuteronomy 4:23 | Be careful that you do not forget the covenant of the LORD your God that He made with you; do not make an idol for yourselves in the form of anything He has forbidden you. |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 6:12 | be careful not to forget the LORD who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 8:14–18 | then your heart will become proud, and you will forget the LORD your God who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. He led you through the vast and terrifying wilderness with its venomous snakes and scorpions, a thirsty and waterless land. He brought you water from the rock of flint. He fed you in the wilderness with manna that your fathers had not known, in order to humble you and test you, so that in the end He might cause you to prosper. You might say in your heart, “The power and strength of my hands have made this wealth for me.” But remember that it is the LORD your God who gives you the power to gain wealth, in order to confirm His covenant that He swore to your fathers even to this day. |
2 Kings 17:38 Summary
[This verse is a reminder from God to His people to remember the promises and responsibilities they have with Him, and to not give their attention and worship to anything or anyone else. This means prioritizing our relationship with God and being careful not to let other things in our lives become more important to us than Him, as taught in Matthew 22:37-38. By keeping our focus on God and following His commands, we can experience His deliverance and protection, as promised in 2 Kings 17:39.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to forget the covenant in 2 Kings 17:38?
Forgetting the covenant means neglecting the promises and responsibilities that come with being in a relationship with God, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:23 and Psalm 78:10-11.
Why is it important not to worship other gods?
Worshipping other gods is a form of idolatry, which is forbidden in the Bible, as stated in Exodus 20:3-5 and Deuteronomy 5:7-9, and can lead to spiritual corruption and separation from God.
How can we apply the command to not worship other gods in our daily lives?
We can apply this command by prioritizing our relationship with God, being mindful of the things we give our attention and affection to, and making sure they align with God's will, as taught in Matthew 6:24 and 1 John 5:21.
What is the significance of the covenant mentioned in this verse?
The covenant referred to in 2 Kings 17:38 is likely the Mosaic covenant, which was established between God and the Israelites, as described in Exodus 19-24 and Deuteronomy 29:1-30:20, and serves as a reminder of God's promises and expectations for His people.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I may be unintentionally forgetting the covenant God has made with me?
- How can I ensure that I am prioritizing my relationship with God above all else?
- What are some 'other gods' that I may be unknowingly worshipping in my life, such as material possessions or personal ambitions?
- How can I cultivate a deeper awareness of God's presence and guidance in my daily life?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 17:38
And the covenant that I have made with you, ye shall not forget,.... The law given at Mount Sinai; the first table of which chiefly concerned the worship of the one true and living God, and forbid
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 17:38
(38) Neither shall ye fear other gods.—This formula is repeated thrice (2 Kings 17:35; 2 Kings 17:37-38), as the main point of the covenant between Jehovah and Israel.
Sermons on 2 Kings 17:38
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Desert Survival Series Pt 31- Moses the Servant of God by Don Courville | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects our love for God. He acknowledges that people often forget the specific details of sermons, bu |
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What to Do When the Stock Market Falls! by Ralph Sexton | Ralph Sexton emphasizes the importance of remembering God's faithfulness during times of crisis, such as a stock market crash. He warns against forgetting our roots and the God who |
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Desert Survival Series Pt 32- Moses the Friend of God by Don Courville | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Moses and his relationship with God. The preacher emphasizes that this sermon series was led by God and contains vital truths for facing dif |