2 Chronicles 24:17 asv — Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened unto…

American Standard Version

"Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened unto them. "

— 2 Chronicles 24:17, American Standard Version

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2 Chronicles 24 — Context

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And when they had made an end, they brought the rest of the money before the king and Jehoiada, whereof were made vessels for the house of Jehovah, even vessels wherewith to minister and to offer, and spoons, and vessels of gold and silver. And they offered burnt-offerings in the house of Jehovah continually all the days of Jehoiada.

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But Jehoiada waxed old and was full of days, and he died; a hundred and thirty years old was he when he died.

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And they buried him in the city of David among the kings, because he had done good in Israel, and toward God and his house.

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Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened unto them.

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And they forsook the house of Jehovah, the God of their fathers, and served the Asherim and the idols: and wrath came upon Judah and Jerusalem for this their guiltiness.

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Yet he sent prophets to them, to bring them again unto Jehovah; and they testified against them: but they would not give ear.

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And the Spirit of God came upon Zechariah the son of Jehoiada the priest; and he stood above the people, and said unto them, Thus saith God, Why transgress ye the commandments of Jehovah, so that ye cannot prosper? because ye have forsaken Jehovah, he hath also forsaken you.

2 Chronicles 24:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 24:17 say?
2 Chronicles 24:17 in the American Standard Version reads: “Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened unto them. ”
Where is 2 Chronicles 24:17 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 24:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 24, verse 17.
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 24:17.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 24:17 in?
2 Chronicles 24:17 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 24:17?
2 Chronicles 24:17 reads (ASV): “Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened unto them. ” 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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