### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Hebrew word **nᵉçibbâh**, represented by `{{H5252}}`, refers to a **cause** or a turn of affairs. Its definition points to an environment or circumstance that leads to a specific outcome. This term is exceptionally rare, appearing only **1 time** in a single verse in the entire Bible, yet its singular use carries significant theological weight.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
The sole appearance of `{{H5252}}` is in [[2 Chronicles 10:15]], which describes a pivotal moment in Israel's history. When the people requested that their burdens be lightened, the king refused to listen. The scripture states that this was not a random political miscalculation, but that "the **cause** was of God" `{{H430}}`. This turn of affairs was divinely orchestrated so that the **LORD** `{{H3068}}` would **perform** `{{H6965}}` the **word** `{{H1697}}` He had already spoken through the prophet **Ahijah** `{{H281}}` to **Jeroboam** `{{H3379}}`.
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words are essential for understanding the context of `{{H5252}}`:
* `{{H430}}` **'ĕlôhîym** (God): This term for the supreme God identifies the ultimate source of the "cause." The event was not merely human but was initiated "of God" [[2 Chronicles 10:15]].
* `{{H1697}}` **dâbâr** (word): This refers to the prophetic message or decree that the "cause" was meant to fulfill. The turn of affairs happened specifically to bring God's "word" to pass [[2 Chronicles 10:15]].
* `{{H6965}}` **qûwm** (perform): Meaning to establish or make stand, this word shows the purpose of the event. God orchestrated the circumstance in order to "perform" or make good on His promise [[Numbers 23:19]].
* `{{H8085}}` **shâmaʻ** (hearkened): This word, meaning to hear intelligently or obey, describes the king's failure. The king's refusal to hearken to the **people** `{{H5971}}` was the direct trigger for this divinely appointed "cause" [[2 Chronicles 10:15]].
### Theological Significance
The theological significance of `{{H5252}}` is profound despite its single use. It directly illustrates the doctrine of God's sovereignty over human history.
* **Divine Sovereignty:** The verse explicitly states the "cause was of God," demonstrating that God works through the decisions and actions of human leaders, even their disobedience, to accomplish His ultimate will [[2 Chronicles 10:15]].
* **Fulfillment of Prophecy:** This "turn of affairs" was not arbitrary but was the mechanism to ensure a prior prophecy was fulfilled. It validates the certainty of God's spoken **word** `{{H1697}}`, showing that He will bring it to pass [[Isaiah 8:10]].
* **Purpose in Events:** The use of **nᵉçibbâh** teaches that pivotal historical moments can be understood as divinely guided circumstances. The king's hard-hearted response was the very "cause" that fulfilled the **word** `{{H1697}}` spoken by the hand of **Ahijah** `{{H281}}` [[2 Chronicles 10:15]].
### Summary
In summary, `{{H5252}}` is a specific and powerful term. While appearing only once, **nᵉçibbâh** provides a clear window into how God's sovereign plan is interwoven with human history. It defines a "cause" or "turn of affairs" not as a product of chance, but as an event orchestrated by **God** `{{H430}}` to ensure the fulfillment of His declared word, demonstrating that nothing can stand against His counsel [[Proverbs 19:21]].
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