2 Chronicles 14:12 asv — So Jehovah smote the Ethiopians before Asa, and before Judah; and the Ethiopians fled.

American Standard Version

"So Jehovah smote the Ethiopians before Asa, and before Judah; and the Ethiopians fled. "

— 2 Chronicles 14:12, American Standard Version

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2 Chronicles 14 — Context

9

And there came out against them Zerah the Ethiopian with an army of a thousand thousand, and three hundred chariots; and he came unto Mareshah.

10

Then Asa went out to meet him, and they set the battle in array in the valley of Zephathah at Mareshah.

11

And Asa cried unto Jehovah his God, and said, Jehovah, there is none besides thee to help, between the mighty and him that hath no strength: help us, O Jehovah our God; for we rely on thee, and in thy name are we come against this multitude. O Jehovah, thou art our God; let not man prevail against thee.

12

So Jehovah smote the Ethiopians before Asa, and before Judah; and the Ethiopians fled.

13

And Asa and the people that were with him pursued them unto Gerar: and there fell of the Ethiopians so many that they could not recover themselves; for they were destroyed before Jehovah, and before his host; and they carried away very much booty.

14

And they smote all the cities round about Gerar; for the fear of Jehovah came upon them: and they despoiled all the cities; for there was much spoil in them.

15

They smote also the tents of cattle, and carried away sheep in abundance, and camels, and returned to Jerusalem.

2 Chronicles 14:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 14:12 say?
2 Chronicles 14:12 in the American Standard Version reads: “So Jehovah smote the Ethiopians before Asa, and before Judah; and the Ethiopians fled. ”
Where is 2 Chronicles 14:12 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 14:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 14, verse 12.
Who wrote 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 2 Chronicles about?
2 Chronicles narrates Solomon's reign and the kings of Judah down to the exile, with particular emphasis on the temple and faithful worship. It ends with Cyrus's decree authorizing the return — a note of hope for a people just home from Babylon.
What are the major themes of 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles explores themes including Temple, Worship, Faithful Kings, Reform, Return. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Chronicles 14:12.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 14:12 in?
2 Chronicles 14:12 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Chronicles 14:12?
2 Chronicles 14:12 reads (ASV): “So Jehovah smote the Ethiopians before Asa, and before Judah; and the Ethiopians fled. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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