King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And he had much business in the cities of Judah: and the men of war, mighty men of valour, [were] in Jerusalem.
Complete Jewish Bible:
He had many projects in the cities of Y'hudah; and in Yerushalayim he had warriors, strong brave men.
Berean Standard Bible:
and kept vast supplies in the cities of Judah. He also had warriors in Jerusalem who were mighty men of valor.
American Standard Version:
And he had many works in the cities of Judah; and men of war, mighty men of valor, in Jerusalem.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And he had much{H7227} business{H4399} in the cities{H5892} of Judah{H3063}: and the men{H582} of war{H4421}, mighty men{H1368} of valour{H2428}, were in Jerusalem{H3389}.
Cross-References (KJV):
1 Chronicles 27:25
- And over the king's treasures [was] Azmaveth the son of Adiel: and over the storehouses in the fields, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the castles, [was] Jehonathan the son of Uzziah:
1 Chronicles 27:31
- And over the flocks [was] Jaziz the Hagerite. All these [were] the rulers of the substance which [was] king David's.
2 Chronicles 26:10
- Also he built towers in the desert, and digged many wells: for he had much cattle, both in the low country, and in the plains: husbandmen [also], and vine dressers in the mountains, and in Carmel: for he loved husbandry.
2 Chronicles 26:15
- And he made in Jerusalem engines, invented by cunning men, to be on the towers and upon the bulwarks, to shoot arrows and great stones withal. And his name spread far abroad; for he was marvellously helped, till he was strong.
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Commentary for 2 Chronicles 17:13
2 Chronicles 17:13 is a verse that captures a snapshot of the reign of King Jehoshaphat over Judah. Jehoshaphat, who reigned from approximately 872 to 848 BCE, was known for his efforts to fortify Judah both militarily and spiritually. The verse is set within the broader context of his reign, which is characterized by religious reforms and the establishment of a strong central government.
The verse specifically mentions that Jehoshaphat had "much business" in the cities of Judah. This indicates that his rule was active and involved in the affairs of the kingdom's various cities. The nature of this "business" could include administrative, judicial, and religious duties, reflecting his hands-on approach to governance.
Moreover, the verse highlights the presence of "men of war, mighty men of valour" in Jerusalem. This suggests that Jehoshaphat placed a strong emphasis on military preparedness and defense. The accumulation of these valiant warriors in the capital city implies a strategic concentration of military power, which would serve both as a deterrent to potential adversaries and as a rapid response force should the need arise.
In the historical context, Jehoshaphat's focus on military strength would have been particularly important given the regional tensions and conflicts of the time, including threats from the neighboring kingdoms of Israel and Aram-Damascus, as well as other foreign powers. His fortification of Jerusalem and the surrounding cities would have been part of a broader strategy to secure the kingdom's stability and peace during his reign.
In summary, 2 Chronicles 17:13 emphasizes King Jehoshaphat's active governance and military preparedness, reflecting his commitment to maintaining the security and prosperity of Judah through both administrative diligence and military might. This verse underscores the themes of strong leadership, national defense, and the centralization of power in Jerusalem, which were crucial for the survival and success of the kingdom of Judah during this period.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H7227
There are 439 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רַב
Transliteration: rab
Pronunciation: rab
Description: by contracted from רָבַב; abundant (in quantity, size, age, number, rank, quality); (in) abound(-undance, -ant, -antly), captain, elder, enough, exceedingly, full, great(-ly, man, one), increase, long (enough, (time)), (do, have) many(-ifold, things, a time), (ship-)master, mighty, more, (too, very) much, multiply(-tude), officer, often(-times), plenteous, populous, prince, process (of time), suffice(-lent). - Strong's Number: H4399
There are 149 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מְלָאכָה
Transliteration: mᵉlâʼkâh
Pronunciation: mel-aw-kaw'
Description: from the same as מֲלְאָךְ; properly, deputyship, i.e. ministry; generally, employment (never servile) or work (abstractly or concretely); also property (as the result of labor); business, [phrase] cattle, [phrase] industrious, occupation, ([phrase] -pied), [phrase] officer, thing (made), use, (manner of) work((-man), -manship). - Strong's Number: H5892
There are 937 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עִיר
Transliteration: ʻîyr
Pronunciation: eer
Description: or (in the plural) עָר; or עָיַר; (Judges 10:4), from עוּר; a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post); Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. - Strong's Number: H3063
There are 754 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהוּדָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhûwdâh
Pronunciation: yeh-hoo-daw'
Description: from יָדָה; celebrated; Jehudah (or Judah), the name of five Israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory; Judah. - Strong's Number: H582
There are 648 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱנוֹשׁ
Transliteration: ʼĕnôwsh
Pronunciation: en-oshe'
Description: from אָנַשׁ; properly, a mortal (and thus differing from the more dignified אָדָם); hence,; a man in general (singly or collectively); another, [idiom] (blood-) thirsty, certain, chap(-man); divers, fellow, [idiom] in the flower of their age, husband, (certain, mortal) man, people, person, servant, some ([idiom] of them), [phrase] stranger, those, [phrase] their trade. It is often unexpressed in the English versions, especially when used in apposition with another word. Compare אִישׁ. - Strong's Number: H4421
There are 308 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִלְחָמָה
Transliteration: milchâmâh
Pronunciation: mil-khaw-maw'
Description: from לָחַם (in the sense of fighting); a battle (i.e. the engagement); generally, war (i.e. warfare); battle, fight(-ing), war(-rior). - Strong's Number: H1368
There are 152 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גִּבּוֹר
Transliteration: gibbôwr
Pronunciation: ghib-bore'
Description: or גִּבֹּר; (shortened) intensive from the same as גֶּבֶר; powerful; by implication, warrior, tyrant; champion, chief, [idiom] excel, giant, man, mighty (man, one), strong (man), valiant man. - Strong's Number: H2428
There are 228 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חַיִל
Transliteration: chayil
Pronunciation: khah'-yil
Description: from חוּל; probably a force, whether of men, means or other resources; an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength; able, activity, ([phrase]) army, band of men (soldiers), company, (great) forces, goods, host, might, power, riches, strength, strong, substance, train, ([phrase]) valiant(-ly), valour, virtuous(-ly), war, worthy(-ily). - Strong's Number: H3389
There are 600 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְרוּשָׁלַ͏ִם
Transliteration: Yᵉrûwshâlaim
Pronunciation: yer-oo-shaw-lah'-im
Description: rarely יְרוּשָׁלַיִם; a dual (in allusion to its two main hills (the true pointing, at least of the former reading, seems to be that of יְרוּשָׁלֵם)); probably from (the passive participle of) יָרָה and שָׁלַם; founded peaceful; Jerushalaim or Jerushalem, the capital city of Palestine; Jerusalem.