King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And the rest of the acts of Joash, and all that he did, [are] they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?
Complete Jewish Bible:
Other activities of Yo'ash and all his accomplishments are recorded in the Annals of the Kings of Y'hudah.
Berean Standard Bible:
As for the rest of the acts of Joash, along with all his accomplishments, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Judah?
American Standard Version:
Now the rest of the acts of Joash, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And the rest{H3499} of the acts{H1697} of Joash{H3101}, and all that he did{H6213}, are they not written{H3789} in the book{H5612} of the chronicles{H1697}{H3117} of the kings{H4428} of Judah{H3063}?
Cross-References (KJV):
2 Kings 8:23
- And the rest of the acts of Joram, and all that he did, [are] they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?
1 Kings 14:29
- Now the rest of the acts of Rehoboam, and all that he did, [are] they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?
1 Kings 11:41
- ¶ And the rest of the acts of Solomon, and all that he did, and his wisdom, [are] they not written in the book of the acts of Solomon?
1 Kings 14:19
- And the rest of the acts of Jeroboam, how he warred, and how he reigned, behold, they [are] written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel.
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Commentary for 2 Kings 12:19
2 Kings 12:19 is a verse that serves as a concluding statement regarding the reign of King Joash (also known as Jehoash) of Judah. The verse references the existence of a more detailed account of his deeds found in the "book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah," which is likely a reference to a historical record that is no longer extant but was known to the compilers of the biblical texts.
The historical context of this verse is set within the divided monarchy period of Israel's history, after the kingdom had split into the northern Kingdom of Israel and the southern Kingdom of Judah. Joash, who reigned from around 836 to 798 BCE, was a significant figure in Judah's history. He ascended the throne at the young age of seven after his grandmother, Athaliah, seized power and killed all potential heirs to the throne, except for Joash, who was hidden away.
The themes surrounding Joash's reign include temple restoration, as he is known for initiating repairs to the Temple of Solomon. This was an important religious and national endeavor, reflecting a commitment to the worship of Yahweh and the centrality of the Temple in Judah's religious life. Additionally, Joash's reign was marked by political challenges, including a confrontation with the powerful King Hazael of Aram-Damascus, which led to the loss of treasures from the Temple and the royal palace in Jerusalem as tribute.
The verse also hints at a broader historiographical theme in the Hebrew Bible, which is the importance of written records for preserving the history and deeds of the kings. By referencing the "book of the chronicles," the text acknowledges that there is more to Joash's story than what is briefly summarized in the books of Kings. This reference serves as an invitation to the reader to consult these chronicles for a more comprehensive understanding of Joash's reign, though unfortunately, these detailed records are not part of the biblical canon as we have it today.
In summary, 2 Kings 12:19 encapsulates the end of Joash's reign, pointing readers to additional records for more information, and underscores the significance of his temple restoration efforts amidst the political and military challenges of his time. It reflects the broader biblical interest in preserving historical memory and the actions of Judah's monarchs in relation to their religious and political duties.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H3499
There are 95 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יֶתֶר
Transliteration: yether
Pronunciation: yeh'-ther
Description: from יָתַר; properly, an overhanging, i.e. (by implication) an excess, superiority, remainder; also a small rope (as hanging free); [phrase] abundant, cord, exceeding, excellancy(-ent), what they leave, that hath left, plentifully, remnant, residue, rest, string, with. - 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. - Strong's Number: H3101
There are 41 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יוֹאָשׁ
Transliteration: Yôwʼâsh
Pronunciation: yo-awsh'
Description: or יֹאָשׁ; (2 Chronicles 24:1), a form of יְהוֹאָשׁ; Joash, the name of six Israelites; Joash. - 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: H3789
There are 212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כָּתַב
Transliteration: kâthab
Pronunciation: kaw-thab'
Description: a primitive root; to grave, by implication, to write (describe, inscribe, prescribe, subscribe); describe, record, prescribe, subscribe, write(-ing, -ten). - Strong's Number: H5612
There are 174 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: סֵפֶר
Transliteration: çêpher
Pronunciation: say'-fer
Description: or (feminine) סִפְרָה; (Psalm 56:8 (אֲבֵדָה)), from סָפַר; properly, writing (the art or a document); by implication, a book; bill, book, evidence, [idiom] learn(-ed) (-ing), letter, register, scroll. - Strong's Number: H3117
There are 1931 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יוֹם
Transliteration: yôwm
Pronunciation: yome
Description: from an unused root meaning to be hot; a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an associated term), (often used adverb); age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. - 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. - 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.