And in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law, and in the commandments, to seek his... — study this verse from 2 Chronicles chapter 31 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“And in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law, and in the commandments, to seek his God, he did it with all his heart, and prospered.”
2 Chronicles 31:21 · King James Version
Also of the sons of Aaron the priests, which were in the fields of the suburbs of their cities, in every several city, the men that were expressed by name, to give portions to all the males among the priests, and to all that were reckoned by genealogies among the Levites.
And thus did Hezekiah throughout all Judah, and wrought that which was good and right and truth before the LORD his God.
And in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law, and in the commandments, to seek his God, he did it with all his heart, and prospered.
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Compare 3 commentaries from different scholars and time periods for a richer understanding.
“And in every work”
H4639“that he began”
H2490“of the house”
H1004“his God”
H430“and in the law”
H8451“and in the commandments”
H4687“to seek”
H1875“his God”
H430“and prospered”
H6743This verse is found in the book of 2 Chronicles. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
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