King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And in every several city of Judah he made high places to burn incense unto other gods, and provoked to anger the LORD God of his fathers.
Complete Jewish Bible:
In every city of Y'hudah he made high places for offering to other gods, thus provoking ADONAI the God of his ancestors.
Berean Standard Bible:
In every city of Judah he built high places to offer incense to other gods, and so he provoked the LORD, the God of his fathers.
American Standard Version:
And in every city of Judah he made high places to burn incense unto other gods, and provoked to anger Jehovah, the God of his fathers.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And in every several city{H5892} of Judah{H3063} he made{H6213} high places{H1116} to burn incense{H6999} unto other{H312} gods{H430}, and provoked to anger{H3707} the LORD{H3068} God{H430} of his fathers{H1}.
Cross-References (KJV):
2 Chronicles 28:3
- Moreover he burnt incense in the valley of the son of Hinnom, and burnt his children in the fire, after the abominations of the heathen whom the LORD had cast out before the children of Israel.
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Commentary for 2 Chronicles 28:25
2 Chronicles 28:25 is a verse set within the historical narrative of the Old Testament, specifically within the book that chronicles the history of the Southern Kingdom of Judah after the division of the united monarchy under Solomon. The verse speaks to the actions of King Ahaz, who reigned over Judah and is known for his idolatrous and unfaithful behavior towards the God of Israel.
In this particular verse, the theme of apostasy is central. Ahaz is depicted as having established worship sites, referred to as "high places," throughout the cities of Judah. These high places were designated for the burning of incense to gods other than Yahweh, the God of Israel, whom the text refers to as the "LORD God of his fathers." This practice was a direct violation of the Mosaic Law, which commanded the people of Israel to worship Yahweh exclusively and to reject the worship of other gods.
The verse reflects a broader pattern of Ahaz's reign, characterized by religious syncretism and the adoption of pagan rituals, which were influenced by the surrounding nations. By doing so, Ahaz not only led the people of Judah into idolatry but also provoked the anger of the Lord. This provocation is significant because it underscores the covenantal relationship between God and His people; when the people broke the covenant through disobedience, they incurred divine displeasure and the consequent judgments that often followed.
The historical context of this verse is important to understand. The period of the Divided Monarchy was marked by political instability and frequent conflicts between the Northern Kingdom of Israel and the Southern Kingdom of Judah, as well as with neighboring nations. The religious infidelity of the kings, as seen in Ahaz's actions, was often paralleled by political alliances with foreign powers, which further compromised the spiritual integrity of the nation.
In summary, 2 Chronicles 28:25 highlights the theme of religious apostasy during the reign of King Ahaz, as he instituted idolatrous worship practices throughout Judah. This act of unfaithfulness not only contravened the covenant with God but also invoked divine wrath, reflecting the serious consequences of forsaking the God of Israel in favor of foreign deities. The verse serves as a stark reminder of the expectations for covenant faithfulness that were central to the identity and well-being of the ancient Israelites.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- 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: H6213
There are 2286 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָשָׂה
Transliteration: ʻâsâh
Pronunciation: aw-saw'
Description: a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application; accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. - Strong's Number: H1116
There are 92 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בָּמָה
Transliteration: bâmâh
Pronunciation: bam-maw'
Description: from an unused root (meaning to be high); an elevation; height, high place, wave. - Strong's Number: H6999
There are 112 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קָטַר
Transliteration: qâṭar
Pronunciation: kaw-tar'
Description: a primitive root (identical with through the idea of fumigation in a close place and perhaps thus driving out the occupants); to smoke, i.e. turn into fragrance by fire (especially as an act of worship); burn (incense, sacrifice) (upon), (altar for) incense, kindle, offer (incense, a sacrifice). - Strong's Number: H312
There are 271 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַחֵר
Transliteration: ʼachêr
Pronunciation: akh-air'
Description: from אָחַר; properly, hinder; generally, next, other, etc.; (an-) other man, following, next, strange. - Strong's Number: H430
There are 2334 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱלֹהִים
Transliteration: ʼĕlôhîym
Pronunciation: el-o-heem'
Description: plural of אֱלוֹהַּ; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme God; occasionally applied by way of deference to magistrates; and sometimes as a superlative; angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. - Strong's Number: H3707
There are 53 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כַּעַס
Transliteration: kaʻaç
Pronunciation: kaw-as'
Description: a primitive root; to trouble; by implication, to grieve, rage, be indignant; be angry, be grieved, take indignation, provoke (to anger, unto wrath), have sorrow, vex, be wroth. - Strong's Number: H3068
There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהֹוָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה. - Strong's Number: H1
There are 15773 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָב
Transliteration: ʼâb
Pronunciation: awb
Description: a primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application; chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'.