2 Chronicles 28:19 web — For Yahweh brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he had dealt wantonly in Judah, and trespassed severel…

World English Bible

"For Yahweh brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he had dealt wantonly in Judah, and trespassed severely against Yahweh."

— 2 Chronicles 28:19, World English Bible

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2 Chronicles 28 — Context

16

At that time king Ahaz sent to the kings of Assyria to help him.

17

For again the Edomites had come and struck Judah, and carried away captives.

18

The Philistines also had invaded the cities of the lowland, and of the South of Judah, and had taken Beth Shemesh, and Aijalon, and Gederoth, and Soco with its towns, and Timnah with its towns, Gimzo also and its towns: and they lived there.

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For Yahweh brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he had dealt wantonly in Judah, and trespassed severely against Yahweh.

20

Tilgath Pilneser king of Assyria came to him, and distressed him, but didn't strengthen him.

21

For Ahaz took away a portion out of the house of Yahweh, and out of the house of the king and of the princes, and gave it to the king of Assyria: but it didn't help him.

22

In the time of his distress did he trespass yet more against Yahweh, this same king Ahaz.

2 Chronicles 28:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 28:19 say?
2 Chronicles 28:19 in the World English Bible reads: “For Yahweh brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he had dealt wantonly in Judah, and trespassed severely against Yahweh.”
Where is 2 Chronicles 28:19 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 28:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 28, 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 28:19.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 28:19 in?
2 Chronicles 28:19 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 28:19?
2 Chronicles 28:19 reads (WEB): “For Yahweh brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he had dealt wantonly in Judah, and trespassed severely against Yahweh.” 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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