2 Chronicles 30:4

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And the thing pleased the king and all the congregation.

Complete Jewish Bible:

The idea had seemed right to the king and to the whole community;

Berean Standard Bible:

This proposal pleased the king and the whole assembly.

American Standard Version:

And the thing was right in the eyes of the king and of all the assembly.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And the thing^{H1697} pleased^{{H3474}{H5869}} the king^{H4428} and all the congregation^{H6951}.

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Commentary for 2 Chronicles 30:4

2 Chronicles 30:4 is a verse set within the historical context of the reign of King Hezekiah, a ruler of Judah who is remembered for his religious reforms and efforts to centralize worship in Jerusalem. The verse itself is part of the narrative describing Hezekiah's Passover celebration, which was a significant event in his religious program.

In this particular verse, "the thing" refers to the plan to celebrate the Passover in the second month, which was an unconventional decision since the Passover was traditionally observed in the first month according to the Law of Moses. However, because the priests had not sanctified themselves in sufficient numbers, and the people had not assembled in Jerusalem, Hezekiah and the leaders determined that it would be right to celebrate the Passover in the second month.

The pleasing aspect mentioned in the verse indicates that both King Hezekiah and the congregation, which included the assembly of elders and all the people of Jerusalem, were in agreement and found the proposal to delay the Passover to be acceptable and worthy of support. This reflects a spirit of unity and cooperation among the king and his subjects, as well as a willingness to adapt to circumstances while still seeking to honor God's commandments.

The broader themes present in this verse and its surrounding context include religious revival, adherence to the law, the importance of unity in worship, and the role of a king in leading his people in religious observances. Hezekiah's actions demonstrate his commitment to the worship of Yahweh and his intent to bring about spiritual renewal in Judah, which was often plagued by idolatry and religious syncretism. This event is seen as a high point in the religious history of Judah, reflecting a return to the traditions of the ancestors and a reaffirmation of the covenant between God and His people.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H1697
   There are 1290 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: דָּבָר
   Transliteration: dâbâr
   Pronunciation: daw-baw'
   Description: from דָבַר; a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause; act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work.
   
2. Strong's Number: H3474
   There are 26 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יָשַׁר
   Transliteration: yâshar
   Pronunciation: yaw-shar'
   Description: a primitive root; to be straight or even; figuratively, to be (causatively, to make) right, pleasant, prosperous; direct, fit, seem good (meet), [phrase] please (will), be (esteem, go) right (on), bring (look, make, take the) straight (way), be upright(-ly).
   
3. Strong's Number: H5869
   There are 830 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עַיִן
   Transliteration: ʻayin
   Pronunciation: ah'-yin
   Description: probably a primitive word; an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape); affliction, outward appearance, [phrase] before, [phrase] think best, colour, conceit, [phrase] be content, countenance, [phrase] displease, eye((-brow), (-d), -sight), face, [phrase] favour, fountain, furrow (from the margin), [idiom] him, [phrase] humble, knowledge, look, ([phrase] well), [idiom] me, open(-ly), [phrase] (not) please, presence, [phrase] regard, resemblance, sight, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them, [phrase] think, [idiom] us, well, [idiom] you(-rselves).
   
4. Strong's Number: H4428
   There are 1922 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מֶלֶךְ
   Transliteration: melek
   Pronunciation: meh'-lek
   Description: from מָלַךְ; a king; king, royal.
   
5. Strong's Number: H6951
   There are 116 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: קָהָל
   Transliteration: qâhâl
   Pronunciation: kaw-hawl'
   Description: from קָהַל; assemblage (usually concretely); assembly, company, congregation, multitude.