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2 Chronicles 17:18

2 Chronicles 17:19 net — These were the ones who served the king, besides those whom the king placed in the fortified cities throughout Judah.

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"These were the ones who served the king, besides those whom the king placed in the fortified cities throughout Judah."

— 2 Chronicles 17:19, NET Bible

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2 Chronicles 17 — Context

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and Amasiah son of Zikri, who volunteered to serve the LORD, led 200,000 skilled warriors.

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From Benjamin, Eliada, a skilled warrior, led 200,000 men who were equipped with bows and shields,

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and Jehozabad led 180,000 trained warriors.

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These were the ones who served the king, besides those whom the king placed in the fortified cities throughout Judah.

2 Chronicles 17:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 17:19 say?
2 Chronicles 17:19 in the NET Bible reads: “These were the ones who served the king, besides those whom the king placed in the fortified cities throughout Judah.”
Where is 2 Chronicles 17:19 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 17:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 17, verse 19.
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 17:19.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 17:19 in?
2 Chronicles 17:19 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 17:19?
2 Chronicles 17:19 reads (NET): “These were the ones who served the king, besides those whom the king placed in the fortified cities throughout Judah.” 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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