King James Version
What Does 2 Chronicles 36:2 Mean?
“Jehoahaz was twenty and three years old when he began to reign, and he reigned three months in Jerusalem.”
Context
1
Then the people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah, and made him king in his father's stead in Jerusalem.
2
Jehoahaz was twenty and three years old when he began to reign, and he reigned three months in Jerusalem.
3
And the king of Egypt put him down at Jerusalem, and condemned the land in an hundred talents of silver and a talent of gold. put: Heb. removed him
4
And the king of Egypt made Eliakim his brother king over Judah and Jerusalem, and turned his name to Jehoiakim. And Necho took Jehoahaz his brother, and carried him to Egypt.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(2) **Jehoahaz was twenty and-three.**—So Kings, adding the mother’s name as usual. (So the LXX. here.)
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
This 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.
Theological Significance
2 Chronicles 36:2 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.