2 Chronicles 15:18

And he brought into the house of God the things that his father had dedicated, and that he himself had dedicated, silver, and gold, and vessels.

And he brought {H935} into the house {H1004} of God {H430} the things that his father {H1} had dedicated {H6944}, and that he himself had dedicated {H6944}, silver {H3701}, and gold {H2091}, and vessels {H3627}.

He brought into the house of God all the articles his father had consecrated, also the things he himself had consecrated - silver, gold and utensils.

And he brought into the house of God the silver and gold articles that he and his father had dedicated.

And he brought into the house of God the things that his father had dedicated, and that he himself had dedicated, silver, and gold, and vessels.

Commentary

2 Chronicles 15:18 highlights King Asa's profound commitment to restoring pure worship in Judah by bringing consecrated treasures into the Temple, symbolizing a spiritual cleansing and renewal for the nation.

Context

This verse culminates a significant period of religious reform during the early reign of King Asa. Following a decisive victory over Zerah the Ethiopian, a triumph attributed to divine aid (2 Chronicles 14:9-15), Asa received a powerful prophetic message from Azariah. The prophet encouraged Asa to continue seeking God, promising blessing for obedience and warning against forsaking the Lord (2 Chronicles 15:1-7). Inspired by this, Asa initiated a widespread spiritual revival across Judah and Benjamin. He removed idols, repaired the altar of the Lord, and led the people in a solemn covenant renewal ceremony where they pledged their wholehearted devotion to God (2 Chronicles 15:9-15). Verse 18 details a tangible expression of this revival: Asa's act of bringing valuable dedicated items—some from his father's time, and some his own—into the "house of God," the Temple in Jerusalem. This action underscored his commitment to restoring the Temple's sanctity and proper function after years of neglect or idolatry.

Key Themes

  • Restoration and Purity: Asa's act of bringing dedicated items into the Temple signifies his earnest desire to cleanse and restore the purity of worship in Judah. It was a tangible step in reversing the spiritual decline and idolatry that had plagued the kingdom, re-emphasizing proper reverence for God's dwelling place.
  • Devotion and Dedication: The verse highlights both Asa's personal dedication and his commitment to honoring "the things that his father had dedicated." This suggests a continuity of faith, perhaps fulfilling uncompleted vows or recovering items that had been neglected or plundered. It underscores the importance of personal and generational commitment to God and His service.
  • Divine Blessing and Stewardship: The "silver, and gold, and vessels" likely included spoils from Asa's recent victory, symbolizing God's blessing on his obedience and reform efforts. By bringing these into the Temple, Asa demonstrated faithful stewardship of God's provision, acknowledging that all blessings ultimately belong to the Lord and should be used for His glory.

Linguistic Insights

The term "dedicated" in this verse comes from the Hebrew root qadash (קָדַשׁ), meaning "to be holy," "to be set apart," or "to consecrate." The items were not merely gifts, but things specifically set apart for God's exclusive use and service in the Temple. This emphasizes their sacred status and reinforces the idea of divine ownership and reverence for holy things.

Practical Application

King Asa's actions in 2 Chronicles 15:18 offer enduring lessons for believers today:

  • Commitment to Purity: Just as Asa diligently purged the Temple of idolatry and restored consecrated items, we are called to purify our own "temple"—our lives and hearts—from anything that defiles or distracts from God (1 Corinthians 6:19). This involves actively removing spiritual idols and dedicating ourselves wholly to God's purposes.
  • Faithful Stewardship: Asa dedicated his spoils to God, recognizing that his blessings originated from the Lord. This reminds us to be faithful stewards of all that God entrusts to us—our time, talents, and material resources—using them for His glory and the advancement of His kingdom.
  • Generational Faithfulness: Asa honored his father's past dedications, demonstrating respect for previous acts of faith and continuing a legacy of devotion. This encourages us to build upon the spiritual heritage we receive and to actively pass on a strong, committed faith to future generations.
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Cross-References

  • 1 Chronicles 26:20

    ¶ And of the Levites, Ahijah [was] over the treasures of the house of God, and over the treasures of the dedicated things.

  • 1 Chronicles 26:26

    Which Shelomith and his brethren [were] over all the treasures of the dedicated things, which David the king, and the chief fathers, the captains over thousands and hundreds, and the captains of the host, had dedicated.

  • 1 Kings 7:51

    So was ended all the work that king Solomon made for the house of the LORD. And Solomon brought in the things which David his father had dedicated; [even] the silver, and the gold, and the vessels, did he put among the treasures of the house of the LORD.

  • 1 Kings 15:14

    But the high places were not removed: nevertheless Asa's heart was perfect with the LORD all his days.

  • 1 Kings 15:15

    And he brought in the things which his father had dedicated, and the things which himself had dedicated, into the house of the LORD, silver, and gold, and vessels.
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