King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And they dwelt therein, and have built thee a sanctuary therein for thy name, saying,
Complete Jewish Bible:
They lived in it, built you a sanctuary in it for your name, and said,
Berean Standard Bible:
They have lived in the land and have built in it a sanctuary for Your Name, saying,
American Standard Version:
And they dwelt therein, and have built thee a sanctuary therein for thy name, saying,
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And they dwelt{H3427} therein, and have built{H1129} thee a sanctuary{H4720} therein for thy name{H8034}, saying{H559},
Cross-References (KJV):
2 Chronicles 2:4
- Behold, I build an house to the name of the LORD my God, to dedicate [it] to him, [and] to burn before him sweet incense, and for the continual shewbread, and for the burnt offerings morning and evening, on the sabbaths, and on the new moons, and on the solemn feasts of the LORD our God. This [is an ordinance] for ever to Israel.
2 Chronicles 6:10
- The LORD therefore hath performed his word that he hath spoken: for I am risen up in the room of David my father, and am set on the throne of Israel, as the LORD promised, and have built the house for the name of the LORD God of Israel.
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Commentary for 2 Chronicles 20:8
2 Chronicles 20:8 is part of a larger narrative where Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah, is facing an invasion by a formidable coalition of enemy forces. In this verse, the people of Judah are recalling their historical relationship with God as they stand in the temple, which they have built as a sanctuary for His name. The verse reflects the themes of covenant, faithfulness, and the presence of God among His people.
The historical context of this verse is set during the divided monarchy period of Israel's history, when the kingdom had been split into the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah. Jehoshaphat was one of the few kings of Judah who was considered righteous, and he is known for his efforts to reform the worship of God and to remove idolatry from the land.
In the face of the impending attack, Jehoshaphat gathers the people to seek God's help through fasting and prayer. The verse captures a moment of spiritual reflection and appeal to God's promises. The people acknowledge that they have settled in the land and built the sanctuary as a place for God's name to dwell, indicating their dependence on God's protection and their understanding that their security is tied to their obedience to Him.
The sanctuary mentioned in the verse is likely a reference to the First Temple in Jerusalem, built by King Solomon and considered the central place of worship for the Israelites. By mentioning the sanctuary, the people are reminding God of their commitment to Him and invoking His covenantal promises to defend them against their enemies. This act of remembrance and invocation is a key aspect of their plea for divine intervention in their current crisis.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H3427
There are 980 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָשַׁב
Transliteration: yâshab
Pronunciation: yaw-shab'
Description: a primitive root; properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry; (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. - Strong's Number: H1129
There are 345 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בָּנָה
Transliteration: bânâh
Pronunciation: baw-naw'
Description: a primitive root; to build (literally and figuratively); (begin to) build(-er), obtain children, make, repair, set (up), [idiom] surely. - Strong's Number: H4720
There are 71 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִקְדָּשׁ
Transliteration: miqdâsh
Pronunciation: mik-dawsh'
Description: or מִקְּדָשׁ; (Exodus 15:17), from קָדַשׁ; a consecrated thing or place, especially, a palace, sanctuary (whether of Jehovah or of idols) or asylum; chapel, hallowed part, holy place, sanctuary. - Strong's Number: H8034
There are 771 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֵׁם
Transliteration: shêm
Pronunciation: shame
Description: a primitive word (perhaps rather from through the idea of definite and conspicuous position; compare שָׁמַיִם); an appellation, as amark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character; [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. - Strong's Number: H559
There are 4434 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָמַר
Transliteration: ʼâmar
Pronunciation: aw-mar'
Description: a primitive root; to say (used with great latitude); 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.