2 Chronicles 19:6 nasb — He said to the judges, "Consider what you are doing, for you do not judge for man but for the LORD who is with you when…

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"He said to the judges, "Consider what you are doing, for you do not judge for man but for the LORD who is with you when you render judgment."

— 2 Chronicles 19:6, NASB

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2 Chronicles 19 — Context

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"But there is some good in you, for you have removed the Asheroth from the land and you have set your heart to seek God."

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So Jehoshaphat lived in Jerusalem and went out again among the people from Beersheba to the hill country of Ephraim and brought them back to the LORD, the God of their fathers.

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He appointed judges in the land in all the fortified cities of Judah, city by city.

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He said to the judges, "Consider what you are doing, for you do not judge for man but for the LORD who is with you when you render judgment.

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"Now then let the fear of the LORD be upon you; be very careful what you do, for the LORD our God will have no part in unrighteousness or partiality or the taking of a bribe."

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In Jerusalem also Jehoshaphat appointed some of the Levites and priests, and some of the heads of the fathers' households of Israel, for the judgment of the LORD and to judge disputes among the inhabitants of Jerusalem.

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Then he charged them saying, "Thus you shall do in the fear of the LORD, faithfully and wholeheartedly.

2 Chronicles 19:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 19:6 say?
2 Chronicles 19:6 in the NASB reads: “He said to the judges, "Consider what you are doing, for you do not judge for man but for the LORD who is with you when you render judgment.”
Where is 2 Chronicles 19:6 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 19:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 19, verse 6.
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 19:6.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 19:6 in?
2 Chronicles 19:6 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 19:6?
2 Chronicles 19:6 reads (NASB): “He said to the judges, "Consider what you are doing, for you do not judge for man but for the LORD who is with you when you render judgment.” 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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