2 Chronicles 18:13 web — Micaiah said, "As Yahweh lives, what my God says, that will I speak."

World English Bible

"Micaiah said, "As Yahweh lives, what my God says, that will I speak.""

— 2 Chronicles 18:13, World English Bible

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2 Chronicles 18 — Context

10

Zedekiah the son of Chenaanah made him horns of iron, and said, "Thus says Yahweh, 'With these you shall push the Syrians, until they are consumed.'"

11

All the prophets prophesied so, saying, "Go up to Ramoth Gilead, and prosper; for Yahweh will deliver it into the hand of the king."

12

The messenger who went to call Micaiah spoke to him, saying, "Behold, the words of the prophets [declare] good to the king with one mouth. Let your word therefore, please be like one of theirs, and speak good."

13

Micaiah said, "As Yahweh lives, what my God says, that will I speak."

14

When he had come to the king, the king said to him, "Micaiah, shall we go to Ramoth Gilead to battle, or shall I forbear?" He said, "Go up, and prosper. They shall be delivered into your hand."

15

The king said to him, "How many times shall I adjure you that you speak to me nothing but the truth in the name of Yahweh?"

16

He said, "I saw all Israel scattered on the mountains, as sheep that have no shepherd. Yahweh said, 'These have no master. Let them return every man to his house in peace.'"

2 Chronicles 18:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 18:13 say?
2 Chronicles 18:13 in the World English Bible reads: “Micaiah said, "As Yahweh lives, what my God says, that will I speak."”
Where is 2 Chronicles 18:13 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 18:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 18, verse 13.
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 18:13.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 18:13 in?
2 Chronicles 18:13 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 18:13?
2 Chronicles 18:13 reads (WEB): “Micaiah said, "As Yahweh lives, what my God says, that will I speak."” 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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