2 Chronicles 15:5 akjv — And in those times there was no peace to him that went out, nor to him that came in, but great vexations were on all th…

American King James Version

"And in those times there was no peace to him that went out, nor to him that came in, but great vexations were on all the inhabitants of the countries. "

— 2 Chronicles 15:5, American King James Version

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2 Chronicles 15 — Context

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And he went out to meet Asa, and said to him, Hear you me, Asa, and all Judah and Benjamin; The LORD is with you, while you be with him; and if you seek him, he will be found of you; but if you forsake him, he will forsake you.

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Now for a long season Israel has been without the true God, and without a teaching priest, and without law.

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But when they in their trouble did turn to the LORD God of Israel, and sought him, he was found of them.

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And in those times there was no peace to him that went out, nor to him that came in, but great vexations were on all the inhabitants of the countries.

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And nation was destroyed of nation, and city of city: for God did vex them with all adversity.

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Be you strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak: for your work shall be rewarded.

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And when Asa heard these words, and the prophecy of Oded the prophet, he took courage, and put away the abominable idols out of all the land of Judah and Benjamin, and out of the cities which he had taken from mount Ephraim, and renewed the altar of the LORD, that was before the porch of the LORD.

2 Chronicles 15:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 15:5 say?
2 Chronicles 15:5 in the American King James Version reads: “And in those times there was no peace to him that went out, nor to him that came in, but great vexations were on all the inhabitants of the countries. ”
Where is 2 Chronicles 15:5 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 15:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 15, verse 5.
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 15:5.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 15:5 in?
2 Chronicles 15:5 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 15:5?
2 Chronicles 15:5 reads (AKJV): “And in those times there was no peace to him that went out, nor to him that came in, but great vexations were on all the inhabitants of the countries. ” 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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