2 Chronicles 15:13
That whosoever would not seek the LORD God of Israel should be put to death, whether small or great, whether man or woman.
That whosoever would not seek {H1875} the LORD {H3068} God {H430} of Israel {H3478} should be put to death {H4191}, whether {H4480} small {H6996} or great {H1419}, whether man {H376} or woman {H802}.
[they also agreed] that whoever refused to seek ADONAI the God of Isra'el should be put to death, whether small or great, man or woman.
And whoever would not seek the LORD, the God of Israel, would be put to death, whether young or old, man or woman.
and that whosoever would not seek Jehovah, the God of Israel, should be put to death, whether small or great, whether man or woman.
Cross-References
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Exodus 22:20 (5 votes)
He that sacrificeth unto [any] god, save unto the LORD only, he shall be utterly destroyed. -
Deuteronomy 29:18 (3 votes)
Lest there should be among you man, or woman, or family, or tribe, whose heart turneth away this day from the LORD our God, to go [and] serve the gods of these nations; lest there should be among you a root that beareth gall and wormwood; -
1 Kings 18:40 (3 votes)
And Elijah said unto them, Take the prophets of Baal; let not one of them escape. And they took them: and Elijah brought them down to the brook Kishon, and slew them there. -
Psalms 115:13 (3 votes)
He will bless them that fear the LORD, [both] small and great. -
Acts 26:22 (3 votes)
Having therefore obtained help of God, I continue unto this day, witnessing both to small and great, saying none other things than those which the prophets and Moses did say should come: -
Deuteronomy 13:5 (3 votes)
And that prophet, or that dreamer of dreams, shall be put to death; because he hath spoken to turn [you] away from the LORD your God, which brought you out of the land of Egypt, and redeemed you out of the house of bondage, to thrust thee out of the way which the LORD thy God commanded thee to walk in. So shalt thou put the evil away from the midst of thee. -
Deuteronomy 13:15 (3 votes)
Thou shalt surely smite the inhabitants of that city with the edge of the sword, destroying it utterly, and all that [is] therein, and the cattle thereof, with the edge of the sword.
Commentary
Context of 2 Chronicles 15:13
This verse is part of a significant spiritual revival during the reign of King Asa of Judah. After a great victory over the Cushites, the prophet Azariah, son of Oded, delivered a powerful message to Asa and the people, found in 2 Chronicles 15:1-7. This prophecy encouraged Asa to be strong and to continue his reforms, assuring him that God would be with those who sought Him. Inspired by this message, Asa undertook sweeping reforms, including removing idols, repairing the altar of the LORD, and gathering the people for a solemn covenant renewal. Verse 13 specifically details a severe stipulation of this renewed covenant, reflecting the absolute commitment required from the people of Israel to their God.
Key Themes and Messages
Linguistic Insights
The phrase "seek the LORD" translates from the Hebrew verb darash (דָּרַשׁ), which means to "seek," "inquire," "consult," or "diligently search." In this context, it implies a wholehearted commitment to God, actively pursuing His will, worshipping Him, and remaining faithful to His covenant. It's not merely a passive acknowledgement but an active devotion. The severity of "put to death" (muwth, מוּת) underscores the finality and seriousness of the command, reflecting the theocratic nature of Israel where God's laws were civil laws with physical consequences.
Practical Application
While the literal penalty of death for not seeking God is not applicable in the New Covenant era for believers, the underlying principles remain profoundly relevant:
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