Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He also followed their counsel when he went with Joram son of Ahab king of Israel to wage war against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth Gilead. The Arameans wounded Joram; New Living Translation Following their evil advice, Ahaziah joined Joram, the son of King Ahab of Israel, in his war against King Hazael of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. When the Arameans wounded Joram in the battle, English Standard Version He even followed their counsel and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to make war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramoth-gilead. And the Syrians wounded Joram, Berean Standard Bible Ahaziah also followed their counsel and went with Joram son of Ahab king of Israel to fight against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. But the Arameans wounded Joram. Berean Literal Bible Also in their counsel he walked, and he went with Jehoram son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. And the Aramaeans wounded Jehoram. King James Bible He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramothgilead: and the Syrians smote Joram. New King James Version He also followed their advice, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramoth Gilead; and the Syrians wounded Joram. New American Standard Bible He also walked by their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to wage war against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. But the Arameans wounded Joram. NASB 1995 He also walked according to their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to wage war against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. But the Arameans wounded Joram. NASB 1977 He also walked according to their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to wage war against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. But the Arameans wounded Joram. Legacy Standard Bible He also walked according to their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to wage war against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. But the Arameans struck Joram. Amplified Bible He also walked in accordance with their advice, and he went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to wage war against Hazael king of Aram (Syria) at Ramoth-gilead. And the Arameans wounded Joram (Jehoram). Berean Annotated Bible Ahaziah also followed their counsel and went with Joram (YHWH is exalted) son of Ahab (father's brother) king of Israel (he wrestles with God) to fight against Hazael (one who sees God) king of Aram (exalted) at Ramoth-gilead (heights) (rocky region). But the Arameans [the archerssee Syria ] wounded Joram \Jehoram/. Christian Standard Bible He also followed their advice and went with Joram son of Israel’s King Ahab to fight against King Hazael of Aram, in Ramoth-gilead. The Arameans wounded Joram, Holman Christian Standard Bible He also followed their advice and went with Joram son of Israel’s King Ahab to fight against Hazael, king of Aram, in Ramoth-gilead. The Arameans wounded Joram, American Standard Version He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramoth-gilead: and the Syrians wounded Joram. Contemporary English Version He listened to them and went with King Joram of Israel to attack King Hazael and the Syrian troops at Ramoth in Gilead. Joram was wounded in that battle, English Revised Version He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramoth-gilead: and the Syrians wounded Joram. GOD'S WORD® Translation Ahaziah followed their advice and went with Ahab's son King Joram of Israel to fight against King Hazael of Aram at Ramoth Gilead. There the Arameans wounded Joram. Good News Translation Following their advice, he joined King Joram of Israel in a war against King Hazael of Syria. The armies clashed at Ramoth in Gilead, and Joram was wounded in battle. International Standard Version He followed their counsel and accompanied Ahab's son Joram, king of Israel, to wage war against King Hazael of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. But the Arameans wounded Joram, NET Bible He followed their advice and joined Ahab's son King Joram of Israel in a battle against King Hazael of Syria at Ramoth Gilead in which the Syrians defeated Joram. New Heart English Bible He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth Gilead: and the Arameans wounded Joram. Webster's Bible Translation He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramoth-gilead: and the Syrians smote Joram. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAhaziah also followed their counsel and went with Joram son of Ahab king of Israel to fight against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. But the Arameans wounded Joram. World English Bible He also followed their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramoth Gilead; and the Syrians wounded Joram. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAlso, he has walked in their counsel, and goes with Jehoram son of Ahab, king of Israel, to battle against Hazael king of Aram in Ramoth-Gilead, and they of Ramah strike Joram; Berean Literal Bible Also in their counsel he walked, and he went with Jehoram son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. And the Aramaeans wounded Jehoram. Young's Literal Translation Also, in their counsel he hath walked, and goeth with Jehoram son of Ahab king of Israel to battle against Hazael king of Aram, in Ramoth-Gilead, and they of Ramah smite Joram; Smith's Literal Translation Also he went in their counsel, and he will go with Jehoram son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael, king of Aram in Ramoth-Gilead: and the Syrians will strike Joram. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he walked after their counsels. And he went with Joram the son of Achab king of Israel, to fight against Hazael king of Syria, at Ramoth Galaad : and the Syrians wounded Joram. Catholic Public Domain Version And he walked in their counsels. And he went with Joram, the son of Ahab, the king of Israel, to war against Hazael, the king of Syria, at Ramoth Gilead. And the Syrians wounded Joram. New American Bible He was also following their counsel when he joined Jehoram, son of Ahab, king of Israel, in battle against Hazael, king of Aram, at Ramoth-gilead, where the Arameans wounded Jehoram. New Revised Standard Version He even followed their advice, and went with Jehoram son of King Ahab of Israel to make war against King Hazael of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. The Arameans wounded Joram, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBecause he walked after their counsel, and went with Joram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Aram at Ramath-gilead; and the Arameans smote Joram. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Because he was walking in their advice, and he went on with Yoram, son of Akhab, King of Israel, to wage war with Khezayel, King of Edom, in Ramath Gelad, and the Edomites struck Yoram. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead; and the Arameans wounded Joram. Brenton Septuagint Translation And he walked in their counsels, and he went with Joram son of Achaab king of Israel to war against Azael king of Syria to Ramoth Galaad: and the archers smote Joram. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Ahaziah Reigns in Judah…4And he did evil in the sight of the LORD, as the house of Ahab had done, for to his destruction they were his counselors after the death of his father. 5Ahaziah also followed their counsel and went with Joram son of Ahab king of Israel to fight against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. But the Arameans wounded Joram; 6so he returned to Jezreel to recover from the wounds they had inflicted on him at Ramah when he fought against Hazael king of Aram. Then Ahaziah son of Jehoram king of Judah went down to Jezreel to visit Joram son of Ahab, because Joram had been wounded.… Cross References Ahaziah also followed their counsel 2 Kings 8:27 And Ahaziah walked in the ways of the house of Ahab and did evil in the sight of the LORD like the house of Ahab, for he was a son-in-law of the house of Ahab. 2 Chronicles 21:6 And Jehoram walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, just as the house of Ahab had done. For he married a daughter of Ahab and did evil in the sight of the LORD. 2 Kings 8:18 And Jehoram walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, just as the house of Ahab had done. For he married a daughter of Ahab and did evil in the sight of the LORD. and went with Joram son of Ahab king of Israel 2 Kings 8:28 Then Ahaziah went with Joram son of Ahab to fight against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead, and the Arameans wounded Joram. 1 Kings 22:29 So the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat king of Judah went up to Ramoth-gilead. 2 Chronicles 18:28 So the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat king of Judah went up to Ramoth-gilead. to fight against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead. 2 Kings 9:14 Thus Jehu son of Jehoshaphat, the son of Nimshi, conspired against Joram. (Now Joram and all Israel had been defending Ramoth-gilead against Hazael king of Aram, 2 Kings 8:15 But the next day Hazael took a thick cloth, dipped it in water, and spread it over the king’s face. So Ben-hadad died, and Hazael reigned in his place. 2 Kings 8:12 “Why is my lord weeping?” asked Hazael. “Because I know the evil you will do to the Israelites,” Elisha replied. “You will set fire to their fortresses, kill their young men with the sword, dash their little ones to pieces, and rip open their pregnant women.” But the Arameans wounded Joram. 2 Kings 8:29 So King Joram returned to Jezreel to recover from the wounds that the Arameans had inflicted on him at Ramah when he fought against Hazael king of Aram. Then Ahaziah son of Jehoram king of Judah went down to Jezreel to visit Joram son of Ahab, because Joram had been wounded. 2 Kings 9:15 but King Joram had returned to Jezreel to recover from the wounds he had suffered at the hands of the Arameans in the battle against Hazael their king.) So Jehu said, “If you commanders wish to make me king, then do not let anyone escape from the city to go and tell it in Jezreel.” 1 Kings 22:34 However, a certain man drew his bow without taking special aim, and he struck the king of Israel between the joints of his armor. So the king said to his charioteer, “Turn around and take me out of the battle, for I am badly wounded!” 2 Chronicles 21:4 When Jehoram had established himself over his father’s kingdom, he strengthened himself by putting to the sword all his brothers along with some of the princes of Israel. 2 Chronicles 19:2 Jehu son of Hanani the seer went out to confront him and said to King Jehoshaphat, “Should you help the wicked and love those who hate the LORD? Because of this, the wrath of the LORD is upon you. 2 Chronicles 24:7 For the sons of that wicked woman Athaliah had broken into the house of God and had even used the sacred objects of the house of the LORD for the Baals. 2 Kings 9:21-27 “Harness!” Joram shouted, and they harnessed his chariot. Then Joram king of Israel and Ahaziah king of Judah set out, each in his own chariot, and met Jehu on the property of Naboth the Jezreelite. / When Joram saw Jehu, he asked, “Have you come in peace, Jehu?” “How can there be peace,” he replied, “as long as the idolatry and witchcraft of your mother Jezebel abound?” / Joram turned around and fled, calling out to Ahaziah, “Treachery, Ahaziah!” … Treasury of Scripture He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramothgilead: and the Syrians smote Joram. He walked Psalm 1:1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. Micah 6:16 For the statutes of Omri are kept, and all the works of the house of Ahab, and ye walk in their counsels; that I should make thee a desolation, and the inhabitants thereof an hissing: therefore ye shall bear the reproach of my people. went with 2 Chronicles 18:3,31 And Ahab king of Israel said unto Jehoshaphat king of Judah, Wilt thou go with me to Ramothgilead? And he answered him, I am as thou art, and my people as thy people; and we will be with thee in the war… 2 Chronicles 19:2 And Jehu the son of Hanani the seer went out to meet him, and said to king Jehoshaphat, Shouldest thou help the ungodly, and love them that hate the LORD? therefore is wrath upon thee from before the LORD. 1 Kings 22:3 And the king of Israel said unto his servants, Know ye that Ramoth in Gilead is ours, and we be still, and take it not out of the hand of the king of Syria? Jump to Previous Acting Ahab Aram Arameans Bowmen Counsel Followed Gilead Hazael Israel Jehoram Jeho'ram Joram Ramoth Ramothgilead Ramoth-Gilead Smote Syria Syrians Walked War WoundedJump to Next Acting Ahab Aram Arameans Bowmen Counsel Followed Gilead Hazael Israel Jehoram Jeho'ram Joram Ramoth Ramothgilead Ramoth-Gilead Smote Syria Syrians Walked War Wounded2 Chronicles 22 1. Ahaziah succeeding, reigns wickedly5. in his confederacy with Joram, the son of Ahab, he is slain by Jehu 10. Athaliah, destroying all the seed royal, save Joash, usurps the kingdom Ahaziah also followed their counsel Ahaziah, the king of Judah, was influenced by the counsel of his mother Athaliah and her family, who were connected to the house of Ahab. This reflects the dangerous influence of ungodly alliances, as Athaliah was the daughter of Ahab and Jezebel, known for their idolatry and opposition to God. The importance of seeking godly counsel is emphasized throughout Scripture, such as in Proverbs 11:14, which warns of the consequences of following ungodly advice. and went with Joram son of Ahab king of Israel to fight against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead But the Arameans wounded Joram Persons / Places / Events 1. AhaziahThe king of Judah, son of Jehoram and Athaliah, who followed the counsel of the house of Ahab, leading to his downfall. 2. Joram (Jehoram) son of Ahab The king of Israel, son of Ahab and Jezebel, who allied with Ahaziah in battle. 3. Hazael The king of Aram (Syria), who was an adversary of Israel and Judah. 4. Ramoth-gilead A strategic city in Gilead, often contested between Israel and Aram. 5. Arameans The people of Aram, who were frequently at war with Israel and Judah. Teaching Points The Influence of Ungodly CounselAhaziah's decision to follow the counsel of Ahab's house led to his downfall. This highlights the importance of seeking godly wisdom and counsel in our decisions. The Dangers of Unequal Alliances Aligning with those who do not share our values can lead to negative consequences. Ahaziah's alliance with Joram serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of forming partnerships that compromise our faith. The Consequences of Ignoring God’s Warnings The history of conflict at Ramoth-gilead and the repeated failures of Ahab's house serve as a reminder that ignoring God's warnings can lead to disaster. The Legacy of Leadership Ahaziah's actions were influenced by the legacy of his parents, Jehoram and Athaliah. This underscores the impact of leadership and the importance of setting a godly example for future generations. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 22:5?2. How did Ahaziah's alliances influence his decisions according to 2 Chronicles 22:5? 3. What lessons can we learn from Ahaziah's choice of counselors in 2 Chronicles 22:5? 4. How does 2 Chronicles 22:5 relate to Proverbs 13:20 about choosing companions wisely? 5. What consequences did Ahaziah face for following evil counsel, as seen in 2 Chronicles 22:5? 6. How can we apply the warning in 2 Chronicles 22:5 to our own lives? 7. Why did Ahaziah ally with the wicked king of Israel in 2 Chronicles 22:5? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 22:5 reflect on the consequences of ungodly alliances? 9. What does 2 Chronicles 22:5 teach about the influence of peer pressure on leadership? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 22? 11. Who was King Ahaziah in biblical history? 12. How old was Ahaziah when he became king? (2 Kings 8:26 vs. 2 Chronicles 22:2) 13. How old was Ahaziah when he began to rule over Jerusalem? Twenty-two (2 Kings 8:26) Forty-two (2 Chronicles 22:2) 14. Comparing 2 Chronicles 18 with 1 Kings 22, how can both accounts be inerrant if they present varying details about the same event? What Does 2 Chronicles 22:5 Mean Ahaziah also followed their counsel• Ahaziah, king of Judah, lets the voices around him steer his steps. Earlier we read, “He too walked in the ways of the house of Ahab, for his mother counseled him to do wickedly” (2 Chronicles 22:3). • The influence is unmistakably corrupt: Athaliah (his mother) and the house of Ahab (his relatives by marriage). Compare 1 Kings 21:25, where Ahab is singled out as one who “sold himself to do evil.” • Scripture repeatedly warns against accepting ungodly guidance: “Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked” (Psalm 1:1) and “The companion of fools will be destroyed” (Proverbs 13:20). • By recording that Ahaziah “followed their counsel,” the text spotlights personal responsibility. Though pressured, he chooses disobedience, illustrating James 1:14: temptation becomes sin when desire is embraced. and went with Joram son of Ahab king of Israel • Ahaziah’s partnership with Joram marks Judah’s continued entanglement with Israel’s apostate dynasty. Jehoshaphat once made a similar alliance with Ahab at Ramoth-gilead (2 Chronicles 18:1-3); the son repeats the father’s mistake but without Jehoshaphat’s godly heart. • 2 Kings 8:28-29 runs parallel: “He went with Joram … to wage war.” The Chronicler underlines how history is looping, yet the lesson was ignored. • The New Testament echoes the danger: “Do not be yoked together with unbelievers” (2 Corinthians 6:14). Sinful alliances rarely stay neutral; they draw us deeper into shared rebellion. to fight against Hazael king of Aram at Ramoth-gilead • Ramoth-gilead had long been a flashpoint (1 Kings 22). What Ahab failed to secure decades earlier, Joram now attempts again—and drags Ahaziah into the fray. • Hazael’s rise was foretold to Elijah (1 Kings 19:15-17). God had warned that Hazael would be an instrument of judgment; ignoring divine warning, the two kings rush headlong into his sword. • The setting exposes priorities: instead of restoring worship in their nations, they chase territorial gain. Jesus later asks, “What good will it be for a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul?” (Matthew 16:26). But the Arameans wounded Joram. • The turning point comes swiftly. “The Arameans wounded Joram” (2 Chronicles 22:5). God’s sovereignty surfaces in battlefield chaos; things unravel exactly as prophesied. • 1 Kings 19:17 had predicted Hazael’s blade; 2 Kings 9:14-24 shows how Joram’s wound sets the stage for Jehu’s arrival and the extinction of Ahab’s house. • Galatians 6:7 sums up the principle: “Do not be deceived: God is not mocked. Whatever a man sows, he will reap.” Joram sows rebellion; he reaps injury and, soon, death. Ahaziah’s own downfall follows (2 Chronicles 22:7-9). summary Ahaziah’s choice to heed ungodly counsel links him to a doomed alliance, draws him into a needless war, and places him under the sweep of God’s judgment aimed at Ahab’s line. The verse stands as a sober reminder that: • Listening to wicked advice leads to wicked actions. • Partnerships with the unfaithful pull us toward their destiny. • God’s prophetic warnings come to pass, often in the very places we think we can secure ourselves. For every believer the call is clear: seek counsel rooted in God’s word, refuse alliances that compromise obedience, and trust that the Lord’s purposes—never ours—will ultimately prevail. (5) He walked also after (in) their counsel.--An allusion to Psalm 1:1. He became a close partner in the politics of his ally, and joined in his expedition against the Syrians. The words are not in Kings.And went with Jehoram.--2Kings 8:28, "Joram." King of Israel.--Added by chronicler. Against.--Kings, "with." Hazael king of Syria.--See Note on 2Kings 8:8, seq.; 13:3. The Syrians.--Heb., h?rammim, instead of 'Arammim' (Kings). So Vulg. and Targum. The Syriac, as usual, confuses Aram with Edom. The LXX. renders "the archers," as if the word were the participle of r?m?h, "to shoot." Perhaps the chronicler intended ha-romim, "the archers." (Comp. 1Samuel 31:3; Jeremiah 4:29.) . . . Verse 5. - He... went with Jehoram the son of Ahab. So the evil example of even the good lives after them. See Jehoshaphat (1 Kings 22:29; 2 Chronicles 18:8) followed by his son Jehoram first (2 Kings 3:9), and now by his grandson Ahaziah. The words of this verse and the next are almost identical with the parallel (2 Kings 8:28, 29). Ramoth-Gilead. It will be remembered that Ahab failed when he solicited and obtained the help of Jehoshaphat (1 Kings 22:3-36; 2 Chronicles 18:3-34) in his enterprise against Ramoth-Gilead. The present attempt, however, seems to have had a different issue (2 Kings 9:14, 15). The Syrians; Hebrew, הָרַמִּים. The initial radical here should be א, from neglect of observing which the Septuagint has translated "archers" (relate).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew [Ahaziah] alsoגַּ֣ם (gam) Conjunction Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and followed הָלַךְ֒ (hā·laḵ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk their counsel בַּעֲצָתָם֮ (ba·‘ă·ṣā·ṯām) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 6098: Advice, plan, prudence and went וַיֵּלֶךְ֩ (way·yê·leḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk with אֶת־ (’eṯ-) Preposition Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among Joram יְהוֹרָ֨ם (yə·hō·w·rām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3088: Jehoram -- 'the LORD is exalted', the name of several Israelites son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Ahab אַחְאָ֜ב (’aḥ·’āḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 256: Ahab -- 'father's brother', a king of Israel, also a false prophet king מֶ֣לֶךְ (me·leḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king of Israel יִשְׂרָאֵ֗ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc to fight לַמִּלְחָמָ֛ה (lam·mil·ḥā·māh) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4421: A battle, war against עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against Hazael חֲזָאֵ֥ל (ḥă·zā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2371: Hazael -- 'God sees', a king of Aram (Syria) king מֶֽלֶךְ־ (me·leḵ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king of Aram אֲרָ֖ם (’ă·rām) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 758: Aram -- Syria at Ramoth-gilead. בְּרָמ֣וֹת (bə·rā·mō·wṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 7433: Ramoth-gilead -- a city East of the Jordan But the Arameans הָֽרַמִּ֖ים (hā·ram·mîm) Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 7421: A Ramite, Aramaean wounded וַיַּכּ֥וּ (way·yak·kū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5221: To strike Joram; יוֹרָֽם׃ (yō·w·rām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3141: Joram Links 2 Chronicles 22:5 NIV2 Chronicles 22:5 NLT 2 Chronicles 22:5 ESV 2 Chronicles 22:5 NASB 2 Chronicles 22:5 KJV 2 Chronicles 22:5 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 22:5 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 22:5 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 22:5 French Bible 2 Chronicles 22:5 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 22:5 He walked also after their counsel (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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