King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And the rest of the acts of Amaziah, [are] they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?
Complete Jewish Bible:
Other activities of Amatzyah are recorded in the Annals of the Kings of Y'hudah.
Berean Standard Bible:
As for the rest of the acts of Amaziah, 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 Amaziah, 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 Amaziah{H558}, 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 13:8
- Now the rest of the acts of Jehoahaz, and all that he did, and his might, [are] they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel?
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?
2 Kings 13:12
- And the rest of the acts of Joash, and all that he did, and his might wherewith he fought against Amaziah king of Judah, [are] they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel?
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Commentary for 2 Kings 14:18
2 Kings 14:18 is a verse that serves as a transition within the historical narrative of the Old Testament, specifically within the books of Kings, which document the history of the Israelite monarchy. This verse references the reign of King Amaziah of Judah, who ascended to the throne at the age of 25 and ruled for 29 years (2 Kings 14:2). The verse itself does not provide detailed accounts of Amaziah's deeds but instead directs the reader to the "book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah" for more information.
The historical context of Amaziah's reign is set during a period of shifting power dynamics between the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah, as well as interactions with neighboring nations. Amaziah is known for his military campaigns, including a significant victory over the Edomites (2 Kings 14:7) and a less successful conflict with King Joash of Israel, which resulted in the defeat of Judah and the capture of Amaziah (2 Kings 14:8-14).
Themes surrounding Amaziah's reign include the consequences of political alliances, the importance of adhering to God's commands, and the cyclical nature of apostasy and repentance among the Israelite kings. The reference to the "book of the chronicles" suggests a more comprehensive record of Amaziah's acts, which would have included religious reforms, building projects, and other aspects of governance not fully captured in the concise account of the Books of Kings.
In summary, 2 Kings 14:18 is a verse that encapsulates the broader historiographical approach of the biblical authors, who often summarized a king's reign and directed readers to more detailed records. It reflects the complex political and religious landscape of Judah during Amaziah's rule and underscores the importance of consulting additional historical sources for a complete understanding of his reign.
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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: H558
There are 68 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֲמַצְיָה
Transliteration: ʼĂmatsyâh
Pronunciation: am-ats-yaw'
Description: or אֲמַצְיָהוּ; from אָמַץ and יָהּ; strength of Jah; Amatsjah, the name of four Israelites; Amaziah. - 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.