📖 2 Chronicles — Chapter 17 (KJV)
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2 Chronicles 17:1 And RJehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead, and strengthened himself against Israel.
2 Chronicles 17:2 And he Rplaced forces in all the fenced cities of Judah, and set garrisons in the land of Judah, and in the cities of Ephraim, which Asa his father had taken.
2 Chronicles 17:3 And Rthe LORD was with Jehoshaphat, because he walked in the first ways Tof his father David, and sought not unto Baalim;
2 Chronicles 17:4 But sought to the Lord God of his father, and Rwalked in his commandments, and not after the doings of Israel.
2 Chronicles 17:5 Therefore Rthe LORD stablished the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah Tbrought to Jehoshaphat presents; and he had riches and honour in abundance.
2 Chronicles 17:6 And Rhis heart Twas lifted up in the ways of the LORD: moreover he took away the high places and groves out of Judah.
2 Chronicles 17:7 Also in the third year of his reign Rhe sent to his princes, even to Benhail, and to Obadiah, and to Zechariah, and to Nethaneel, and to Michaiah, to teach in the cities of Judah.
2 Chronicles 17:8 And with them he sent Levites, even Shemaiah, and Nethaniah, and Zebadiah, and Asahel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehonathan, and Adonijah, and Tobijah, and Tobadonijah, Levites; and with them Elishama and Jehoram, Rpriests.
2 Chronicles 17:9 And Rthey taught in Judah, and had the book of the law of the LORD with them, and went about throughout all the cities of Judah, and taught the people.
2 Chronicles 17:10 And Rthe fear of the LORD Tfell upon all the kingdoms of the lands that were round about Judah, so that they made no war against Jehoshaphat.
2 Chronicles 17:11 Also some of the Philistines brought Jehoshaphat presents, and tribute silver; and the Arabians brought him flocks, seven thousand and seven hundred rams, and seven thousand and seven hundred he goats.
2 Chronicles 17:12 And Jehoshaphat Rwaxed great exceedingly; and he built in Judah Tcastles, and cities of store.
2 Chronicles 17:13 And he had Rmuch business in the cities of Judah: and the men of war, mighty men of valour, were in Jerusalem.
2 Chronicles 17:14 And these are Rthe numbers of them according to the house of their fathers: Of Judah, the captains of thousands; Adnah the chief, and with him mighty men of valour three hundred thousand.
2 Chronicles 17:15 And Tnext to him was Jehohanan the captain, and with him two hundred and fourscore thousand.
2 Chronicles 17:16 And next him was Amasiah the son of Zichri, who Rwillingly offered himself unto the LORD; and with him two hundred thousand mighty men of valour.
2 Chronicles 17:17 And of Benjamin; Eliada a mighty man of valour, and with him Rarmed men with bow and shield two hundred thousand.
2 Chronicles 17:18 And next him was Jehozabad, and with him an hundred and fourscore thousand ready prepared for the war.
2 Chronicles 17:19 These waited on the king, beside those whom the king Rput in the fenced cities throughout all Judah.
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📖 What We’re Reading
2 Chronicles 17:1–6 — Jehoshaphat's direction
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Jehoshaphat strengthens defenses but also seeks the God of his father and walks in his commands. The LORD establishes his kingdom, and the narrator emphasizes his heart's commitment to God's ways. The account measures leadership through worship and obedience, not merely through military preparation or wealth.
Key Truth: Direct your heart toward God's ways.
Check What You Remember
1. Who succeeded Asa? (2 Chronicles 17:1)
Find it in 2 Chronicles 17:1 (KJV).
2. What gods did he not seek? (2 Chronicles 17:3)
Find it in 2 Chronicles 17:3 (KJV).
3. Whose commandments did he follow? (2 Chronicles 17:4)
Find it in 2 Chronicles 17:4 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
2 Chronicles 17:7–9 — The law taught throughout Judah
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Jehoshaphat sends officials, Levites, and priests to teach in Judah's cities. They carry the book of the LORD's law. Reform includes helping the people understand God's word rather than relying only on royal commands. Teaching makes the foundation for obedience available across the community.
Key Truth: Make understanding God's word a shared priority.
Check What You Remember
1. In which year were teachers sent? (2 Chronicles 17:7)
Find it in 2 Chronicles 17:7 (KJV).
2. What book did they carry? (2 Chronicles 17:9)
Find it in 2 Chronicles 17:9 (KJV).
3. Where did they teach? (2 Chronicles 17:9)
Find it in 2 Chronicles 17:9 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
2 Chronicles 17:10–19 — Peace, resources, and willing service
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Neighboring kingdoms do not attack, and the chapter records gifts, defenses, and military leaders. Among them Amasiah willingly offers himself to the LORD. The large-scale description includes a personal act of commitment. The kingdom's strength rests on many servants whose willing contributions support the whole.
Key Truth: Offer your contribution willingly and faithfully.
Check What You Remember
1. What fell on the surrounding kingdoms? (2 Chronicles 17:10)
Find it in 2 Chronicles 17:10 (KJV).
2. Which captain willingly offered himself to the LORD? (2 Chronicles 17:16)
Find it in 2 Chronicles 17:16 (KJV).
3. Which tribe's men served under Eliada? (2 Chronicles 17:17)
Find it in 2 Chronicles 17:17 (KJV).
Related Scripture (KJV)
Deuteronomy 6:7 — The law calls for teaching God's words diligently.
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Advanced Questions and Answers
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1. What contrast explains the LORD’s presence with Jehoshaphat?
2. How does his lifted-up heart differ from pride in his own strength?
3. How is the teaching mission equipped and staffed?
4. How does the fear of the LORD affect surrounding kingdoms?
5. What voluntary commitment is recorded among the captains?
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