Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, at the Valley Gate and at the angle of the wall, and he fortified them. New Living Translation Uzziah built fortified towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, at the Valley Gate, and at the angle in the wall. English Standard Version Moreover, Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate and at the Valley Gate and at the Angle, and fortified them. Berean Standard Bible Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, the Valley Gate, and the angle in the wall, and he fortified them. Berean Literal Bible And Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem by the Gate of the Corner, and by the Gate of the Valley, and by the Angle, and he fortified them. King James Bible Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the corner gate, and at the valley gate, and at the turning of the wall, and fortified them. New King James Version And Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, at the Valley Gate, and at the corner buttress of the wall; then he fortified them. New American Standard Bible Moreover, Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, the Valley Gate, and at the corner buttress, and he fortified them. NASB 1995 Moreover, Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate and at the Valley Gate and at the corner buttress and fortified them. NASB 1977 Moreover, Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate and at the Valley Gate and at the corner buttress and fortified them. Legacy Standard Bible Moreover, Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate and at the Valley Gate and at the corner buttress and strengthened them. Amplified Bible Uzziah also built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, the Valley Gate, and at the corner buttress [of the wall], and fortified them. Berean Annotated Bible Uzziah (my strength is YHWH) built towers in Jerusalem (city of peace) at the Corner Gate, the Valley Gate, and the angle in the wall, and he fortified them. Christian Standard Bible Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, the Valley Gate, and the corner buttress, and he fortified them. Holman Christian Standard Bible Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, the Valley Gate, and the corner buttress, and he fortified them. American Standard Version Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the corner gate, and at the valley gate, and at the turning of the wall, and fortified them. Contemporary English Version In Jerusalem, Uzziah built fortified towers at the Corner Gate, the Valley Gate, and the place where the city wall turned inward. English Revised Version Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the corner gate, and at the valley gate, and at the turning of the wall, and fortified them. GOD'S WORD® Translation Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at Corner Wall, Valley Gate, and the Angle, and he reinforced them. Good News Translation Uzziah strengthened the fortifications of Jerusalem by building towers at the Corner Gate, at the Valley Gate, and where the wall turned. International Standard Version Uzziah also built towers in Jerusalem, at the Corner Gate, at the Valley Gate, and at the Angle and fortified them. NET Bible Uzziah built and fortified towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, Valley Gate, and at the Angle. New Heart English Bible Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, and at the Valley Gate, and at the turning of the wall, and fortified them. Webster's Bible Translation Moreover, Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the corner gate, and at the valley gate, and at the turning of the wall, and fortified them. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleUzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, the Valley Gate, and the angle in the wall, and he fortified them. World English Bible Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the corner gate, at the valley gate, and at the turning of the wall, and fortified them. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Uzziah builds towers in Jerusalem, by the Corner Gate, and by the Valley Gate, and by the angle, and strengthens them; Berean Literal Bible And Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem by the Gate of the Corner, and by the Gate of the Valley, and by the Angle, and he fortified them. Young's Literal Translation And Uzziah buildeth towers in Jerusalem, by the gate of the corner, and by the gate of the valley, and by the angle, and strengtheneth them; Smith's Literal Translation And Uzziah will build towers in Jerusalem at the gate of the corner, and at the gate of the valley, and at the angle, and he will strengthen them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Ozias built towers in Jerusalem over the gate of the corner, and over the gate of the valley, and the rest, in the same side of the wall, and fortified them. Catholic Public Domain Version And Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem, above the gate of the corner, and above the gate of the valley, and others on the same side of the wall, and he fortified them. New American Bible Moreover, Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, at the Valley Gate, and at the Angle, and he fortified them. New Revised Standard Version Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, at the Valley Gate, and at the Angle, and fortified them. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleMoreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the corner gate and at the western gate, and fortified them with iron bars. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Uzziah built towers for himself in Jerusalem at the gate of the corner and at the west gate, and he buttressed them on their corners with collars of iron. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the corner gate, and at the valley gate, and at the Turning, and fortified them. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Ozias built towers in Jerusalem, both at the gate of the corners, and at the valley gate, and at the corners and he fortified them. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Uzziah Reigns in Judah…8The Ammonites brought tribute to Uzziah, and his fame spread as far as the border of Egypt, for he had become exceedingly powerful. 9Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, the Valley Gate, and the angle in the wall, and he fortified them. 10Since he had much livestock in the foothills and in the plain, he built towers in the desert and dug many cisterns. And since he was a lover of the soil, he had farmers and vinedressers in the hill country and in the fertile fields.… Cross References Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem 2 Chronicles 27:4 He also built cities in the hill country of Judah and fortresses and towers in the forests. 2 Chronicles 32:5 Then Hezekiah worked resolutely to rebuild all the broken sections of the wall and to raise up towers on it. He also built an outer wall and reinforced the supporting terraces of the City of David, and he produced an abundance of weapons and shields. 2 Chronicles 14:7 So he said to the people of Judah, “Let us build these cities and surround them with walls and towers, with doors and bars. The land is still ours because we have sought the LORD our God. We have sought Him, and He has given us rest on every side.” So they built and prospered. at the Corner Gate, 2 Chronicles 25:23 There at Beth-shemesh, Jehoash king of Israel captured Amaziah king of Judah, the son of Joash, the son of Jehoahaz. Then Jehoash brought him to Jerusalem and broke down the wall of Jerusalem from the Ephraim Gate to the Corner Gate—a section of four hundred cubits. 2 Kings 14:13 There at Beth-shemesh, Jehoash king of Israel captured Amaziah king of Judah, the son of Joash, the son of Ahaziah. Then Jehoash went to Jerusalem and broke down the wall of Jerusalem from the Ephraim Gate to the Corner Gate—a section of four hundred cubits. Jeremiah 31:38 “The days are coming,” declares the LORD, “when this city will be rebuilt for Me, from the tower of Hananel to the Corner Gate. the Valley Gate, Nehemiah 3:13 The Valley Gate was repaired by Hanun and the residents of Zanoah. They rebuilt it, installed its doors, bolts, and bars, and repaired a thousand cubits of the wall as far as the Dung Gate. Nehemiah 2:13 So I went out at night through the Valley Gate toward the Well of the Serpent and the Dung Gate, and I inspected the walls of Jerusalem that had been broken down and the gates that had been destroyed by fire. Nehemiah 2:15 so I went up the valley by night and inspected the wall. Then I headed back and reentered through the Valley Gate. and the angle in the wall, Nehemiah 3:19 And next to him, Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, repaired another section opposite the ascent to the armory, near the angle in the wall. Nehemiah 3:20 Next to him, Baruch son of Zabbai diligently repaired another section, from the angle to the doorway of the house of Eliashib the high priest. Nehemiah 3:24 After him, Binnui son of Henadad repaired another section, from the house of Azariah to the angle and the corner, and he fortified them. 2 Chronicles 11:11 He strengthened their fortifications and put officers in them, with supplies of food, oil, and wine. 2 Chronicles 11:12 He also put shields and spears in all the cities and strengthened them greatly. So Judah and Benjamin belonged to him. 2 Chronicles 14:6 Because the land was at peace, Asa built fortified cities in Judah. In those days no one made war with him, because the LORD had given him rest. Nehemiah 3:1-32 At the Sheep Gate, Eliashib the high priest and his fellow priests began rebuilding. They dedicated it and installed its doors. After building as far as the Tower of the Hundred and the Tower of Hananel, they dedicated the wall. / The men of Jericho built next to Eliashib, and Zaccur son of Imri built next to them. / The Fish Gate was rebuilt by the sons of Hassenaah. They laid its beams and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. … Treasury of Scripture Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the corner gate, and at the valley gate, and at the turning of the wall, and fortified them. the corner gate 2 Chronicles 25:23 And Joash the king of Israel took Amaziah king of Judah, the son of Joash, the son of Jehoahaz, at Bethshemesh, and brought him to Jerusalem, and brake down the wall of Jerusalem from the gate of Ephraim to the corner gate, four hundred cubits. 2 Kings 14:13 And Jehoash king of Israel took Amaziah king of Judah, the son of Jehoash the son of Ahaziah, at Bethshemesh, and came to Jerusalem, and brake down the wall of Jerusalem from the gate of Ephraim unto the corner gate, four hundred cubits. Jeremiah 31:38 Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that the city shall be built to the LORD from the tower of Hananeel unto the gate of the corner. the valley gate Nehemiah 3:13,19,32 The valley gate repaired Hanun, and the inhabitants of Zanoah; they built it, and set up the doors thereof, the locks thereof, and the bars thereof, and a thousand cubits on the wall unto the dung gate… the turning Jump to Previous Angle Arming Buildeth Built Corner Doorway Fortified Gate Jerusalem Moreover Strengtheneth Towers Turn Turning Uzziah Uzzi'ah Valley WallJump to Next Angle Arming Buildeth Built Corner Doorway Fortified Gate Jerusalem Moreover Strengtheneth Towers Turn Turning Uzziah Uzzi'ah Valley Wall2 Chronicles 26 1. Uzziah succeeding, and reigning well in the days of Zechariah, prospers16. Waxing proud, he invades the priest's office, and is smitten with leprosy 22. He dies, and Jotham succeeds him Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem King Uzziah, also known as Azariah, was one of the kings of Judah who reigned during a time of relative prosperity and strength. His construction of towers in Jerusalem signifies his focus on strengthening the city's defenses. Towers were strategic military structures used for surveillance and defense against invaders. This action reflects Uzziah's commitment to protecting Jerusalem, the city of God, which held significant religious and political importance for the Israelites. at the Corner Gate the Valley Gate and the angle in the wall and he fortified them Persons / Places / Events 1. UzziahKing of Judah who reigned for 52 years. Known for his military strength, architectural achievements, and initially faithful leadership, but later fell into pride. 2. Jerusalem The capital city of Judah, central to Jewish worship and governance. It was fortified by Uzziah to strengthen its defenses. 3. Corner Gate A specific location in the wall of Jerusalem, significant for its strategic importance in the city's defense. 4. Valley Gate Another strategic point in Jerusalem's wall, likely providing access to the valleys surrounding the city. 5. The Angle of the Wall A specific section of Jerusalem's fortifications, indicating Uzziah's comprehensive approach to strengthening the city's defenses. Teaching Points The Importance of PreparednessUzziah's construction of towers and fortifications in Jerusalem underscores the importance of being prepared and vigilant in our spiritual lives. Just as Uzziah fortified the city, we must fortify our hearts and minds with God's Word. The Danger of Pride Uzziah's account is a cautionary tale about the dangers of pride. Despite his achievements, his pride led to his downfall. We must remain humble and give glory to God for our successes. Leadership and Responsibility Uzziah's actions as a leader had significant implications for the security and prosperity of his people. As Christians, we are called to lead with integrity and responsibility, ensuring that our actions align with God's will. Building on a Strong Foundation Just as Uzziah built physical structures to protect Jerusalem, we are called to build our lives on the strong foundation of faith in Christ, ensuring that we are spiritually secure. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 26:9?2. How does Uzziah's construction of towers demonstrate wise stewardship of resources? 3. What can we learn about leadership from Uzziah's actions in 2 Chronicles 26:9? 4. How does Uzziah's building reflect God's provision and protection for His people? 5. In what ways can we apply Uzziah's strategic planning to our own lives? 6. How does 2 Chronicles 26:9 connect with Proverbs' teachings on wisdom and diligence? 7. What is the significance of Uzziah building towers in Jerusalem in 2 Chronicles 26:9? 8. How do the towers in 2 Chronicles 26:9 reflect Uzziah's leadership and military strategy? 9. What archaeological evidence supports the construction of towers mentioned in 2 Chronicles 26:9? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 26? 11. How do we square the accounts of 2 Chronicles 26 with 2 Kings 15, given the differing details about Uzziah (also called Azariah) and his reign? 12. Is there any archaeological evidence to verify Jotham’s construction projects mentioned in 2 Chronicles 27:3–4, or are these works historically unattested? 13. Who was the father of Uzziah? Joram (Matthew 1:8) Amaziah (2 Chronicles 26:1) 14. How many stalls of horses did Solomon have? (1 Kings 4:26 vs. 2 Chronicles 9:25) What Does 2 Chronicles 26:9 Mean Uzziah built towers in JerusalemUzziah’s reign is repeatedly described as prosperous because “he sought God” (2 Chron 26:5), and these towers are one evidence of that blessing. They replaced sections broken down when Joash of Israel breached the wall “from the Corner Gate to the Ephraim Gate” (2 Kings 14:13). By raising new stone watchtowers—just as Asa had earlier fortified cities (2 Chron 14:7)—Uzziah: • restored what sin and warfare had damaged in his father’s day (2 Chron 25:23). • provided high lookouts so Jerusalem’s guards could see threats coming (cf. 2 Chron 26:15). • modeled the principle that “unless the LORD guards a city, the watchman stays awake in vain” (Psalm 127:1). at the Corner Gate The Corner Gate marked the northwest angle of Jerusalem’s wall, a vulnerable spot that invading armies had previously exploited. Jeremiah foresaw this gate as part of a fully rebuilt city under God’s favor (Jeremiah 31:38), and Uzziah’s work previews that hope: • He honors God by repairing what past judgment had shattered. • He reassures citizens that the city’s weakest point now stands strongest, echoing how the Lord becomes “a shield to all who take refuge in Him” (Psalm 18:30). the Valley Gate Situated on the southwest, the Valley Gate opened toward the Hinnom Valley. Nehemiah later surveyed that very opening during his nighttime inspection (Nehemiah 2:13). By fortifying it now, Uzziah: • secured the lower terrain where enemies could gather unseen. • protected trade routes and daily traffic, letting ordinary life flourish. • illustrated vigilance, for believers must guard low points in their own lives just as carefully (Proverbs 4:23). and the angle in the wall The “angle” (or “turn”) refers to an exposed bend between gates, also strengthened by Jotham after him (2 Chron 27:3). Strategically, bends create blind spots; spiritually, they picture areas where compromise can slip in. Uzziah’s additions: • filled gaps with masonry, preventing flanking attacks. • mirrored how God “is my rock and my fortress” (Psalm 31:3), surrounding His people on every side. and he fortified them Uzziah didn’t stop at building; he reinforced each structure. Verse 15 notes clever “machines… to shoot arrows and large stones,” foreshadowing Hezekiah’s later improvements (2 Chron 32:5). His fortification work teaches: • Protection must be maintained, not merely initiated (cf. 2 Peter 1:5–7’s call to “supplement” faith). • God-given success invites greater responsibility; pride later tripped Uzziah when he forgot this (2 Chron 26:16). summary 2 Chronicles 26:9 records more than urban development; it testifies to God’s favor on a king who sought Him. Uzziah rebuilt towers, strengthened three key gates, and fortified every angle, turning former weaknesses into secure defenses. The verse encourages believers to partner with God in safeguarding what He entrusts, knowing that every practical step of obedience rests on the unshakable foundation of His protection. (9) Built towers.--To defend the approaches.At the corner gate.--Over, that is, commanding the gate (2Chronicles 25:23). Probably the north-west corner of the city wall. The valley gate.--Syriac, "the west gate." In the western wall, the modern Jaffa gate. These two towers protected the most exposed points of the capital. At the turning of the wall.--Over the angle (ha-miqcoa ?), i.e., on the eastern side of Zion, at a bend in the wall. This tower defended both Zion and Moriah against attacks from the south-east. (Nehemiah 3:19-20; Nehemiah 3:24-25.) And fortified them.--Literally, made them (the gates) strong. Or rather, perhaps, he made the towers strong, i.e., put them in a posture of defence. (Comp. 2Chronicles 11:11.) The margin is wrong. Syriac, "girded (or bound) them at their corners with clamps (glide, i.e., ???????) of iron." . . . Verse 9. - Built towers in Jerusalem. The excellent map, above alluded to (2 Chronicles 25:23), in Conder's 'Handbook to the Bible' (2nd edit.), facing p. 334, furnishes a very clear idea alike of these towers and of the walls of Jerusalem, as we can make them out, for Uzziah's times. For the corner gate, see our note, 2 Chronicles 25:23. Valley gate. This is called by some the Gehenna gate. As many as three sites, reducible perhaps to two, are proposed for this gate:(1) the west gate, called somewhile the "Jaffa" gate; or (2) a gate over the valley of" Hinnom;" or, if it be not the same, (3) that at the valley of Tyropoeon. And at the turning; Hebrew, הַמִקְצוַע. This word occurs eleven times, viz. twice in Exodus, four times in Nehemiah, four times in Ezekiel, and in this place, and is always rendered "corner" or" turning;" the word wanted is angle. The site of this gate cannot very certainly be pronounced upon. Perhaps the angle that marks the gate is that at the south-east corner of the temple plateau. The language of Nehemiah 3:19 is our best clue: "Next to him Ezer repaired... a piece over against the going up to the armoury at the turning." Hebrew Uzziahעֻזִּיָּ֤הוּ (‘uz·zî·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5818: Uzziah -- 'my strength is Yah', the name of several Israelites built וַיִּ֨בֶן (way·yi·ḇen) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1129: To build towers מִגְדָּלִים֙ (miḡ·dā·lîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4026: A tower, a rostrum, a, bed of flowers in Jerusalem בִּיר֣וּשָׁלִַ֔ם (bî·rū·šā·lim) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel at עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the Corner הַפִּנָּ֛ה (hap·pin·nāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6438: An angle, a pinnacle, a chieftain Gate, שַׁ֧עַר (ša·‘ar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8179: An opening, door, gate the Valley הַגַּ֖יְא (hag·gay) Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 1516: A valley Gate, שַׁ֥עַר (ša·‘ar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8179: An opening, door, gate and the angle in the wall, הַמִּקְצ֑וֹעַ (ham·miq·ṣō·w·a‘) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4740: A corner buttress and he fortified them. וַֽיְחַזְּקֵֽם׃ (way·ḥaz·zə·qêm) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine plural Strong's 2388: To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer Links 2 Chronicles 26:9 NIV2 Chronicles 26:9 NLT 2 Chronicles 26:9 ESV 2 Chronicles 26:9 NASB 2 Chronicles 26:9 KJV 2 Chronicles 26:9 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 26:9 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 26:9 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 26:9 French Bible 2 Chronicles 26:9 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 26:9 Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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