2 Chronicles 32:25

King James Version:

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But Hezekiah rendered not again according to the benefit [done] unto him; for his heart was lifted up: therefore there was wrath upon him, and upon Judah and Jerusalem.

Complete Jewish Bible:

However, Hizkiyahu did not respond commensurately with the benefit done for him, because he had grown proud; thus he brought anger on himself and on Y'hudah and Yerushalayim as well.

Berean Standard Bible:

But because his heart was proud, Hezekiah did not repay the favor shown to him. Therefore wrath came upon him and upon Judah and Jerusalem.

American Standard Version:

But Hezekiah rendered not again according to the benefit done unto him; for his heart was lifted up: therefore there was wrath upon him, and upon Judah and Jerusalem.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

But Hezekiah^{H3169} rendered not again^{H7725} according to the benefit^{H1576} done unto him; for his heart^{H3820} was lifted up^{H1361}: therefore there was wrath^{H7110} upon him, and upon Judah^{H3063} and Jerusalem^{H3389}.

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Commentary for 2 Chronicles 32:25

2 Chronicles 32:25 is set within the narrative of King Hezekiah's reign over Judah, which is characterized by his efforts to restore the spiritual and political integrity of the kingdom. The verse reflects a critical turning point in Hezekiah's life, highlighting a period after he had been miraculously healed from a severe illness (as recorded in 2 Kings 20 and Isaiah 38). Despite the great favor and divine intervention he experienced, Hezekiah failed to respond with appropriate humility and gratitude.

The text specifically points out that Hezekiah did not repay the Lord according to the kindness shown to him. His heart became proud, which led to divine wrath not only against him but also against Judah and Jerusalem. This pride is a stark contrast to his earlier faithful and humble actions, such as his trust in God during the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem.

The historical context of this verse is important to understand. Hezekiah was known for his religious reforms and for centralizing worship in Jerusalem, removing idolatry, and restoring the Passover celebration. His piety and trust in God were exemplary, especially during the threat from Assyria, which was the dominant power of the time and had already conquered the northern kingdom of Israel.

However, the verse in question serves as a cautionary note within the broader narrative, illustrating the peril of pride and the importance of maintaining a humble and thankful heart before God, even after experiencing His blessings and deliverance. It underscores a theme prevalent throughout the Bible: the need for leaders and individuals to remain humble and to acknowledge God's sovereignty in all circumstances. The consequence of pride, as seen in the case of Hezekiah, can have far-reaching effects, bringing judgment not only upon the individual but also upon the community they lead.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. Strong's Number: H3169
   There are 42 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יְחִזְקִיָּה
   Transliteration: Yᵉchizqîyâh
   Pronunciation: yekh-iz-kee-yaw'
   Description: or יְחִזְקִיָּהוּ; from יְרוּשָׁא and יָהּ; strengthened of Jah; Jechizkijah, the name of five Israelites; Hezekiah, Jehizkiah. Compare חִזְקִיָּה.
   
2. Strong's Number: H7725
   There are 952 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שׁוּב
   Transliteration: shûwb
   Pronunciation: shoob
   Description: a primitive root; to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point); generally to retreat; often adverbial, again; ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw.
   
3. Strong's Number: H1576
   There are 17 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: גְּמוּל
   Transliteration: gᵉmûwl
   Pronunciation: ghem-ool'
   Description: from גָּמַל; treatment, i.e. an act (of good or ill); by implication, service or requital; [phrase] as hast served, benefit, desert, deserving, that which he hath given, recompense, reward.
   
4. Strong's Number: H3820
   There are 550 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: לֵב
   Transliteration: lêb
   Pronunciation: labe
   Description: a form of לֵבָב; the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the centre of anything; [phrase] care for, comfortably, consent, [idiom] considered, courag(-eous), friend(-ly), ((broken-), (hard-), (merry-), (stiff-), (stout-), double) heart(-ed), [idiom] heed, [idiom] I, kindly, midst, mind(-ed), [idiom] regard(-ed), [idiom] themselves, [idiom] unawares, understanding, [idiom] well, willingly, wisdom.
   
5. Strong's Number: H1361
   There are 33 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: גָּבַהּ
   Transliteration: gâbahh
   Pronunciation: gaw-bah'
   Description: a primitive root; to soar, i.e. be lofty; figuratively, to be haughty; exalt, be haughty, be (make) high(-er), lift up, mount up, be proud, raise up great height, upward.
   
6. Strong's Number: H7110
   There are 29 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: קֶצֶף
   Transliteration: qetseph
   Pronunciation: keh'-tsef
   Description: from קָצַף; a splinter (as chipped off); figuratively, rage or strife; foam, indignation, [idiom] sore, wrath.
   
7. 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.
   
8. 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.