Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Zikri, an Ephraimite warrior, killed Maaseiah the king’s son, Azrikam the officer in charge of the palace, and Elkanah, second to the king. New Living Translation Then Zicri, a warrior from Ephraim, killed Maaseiah, the king’s son; Azrikam, the king’s palace commander; and Elkanah, the king’s second-in-command. English Standard Version And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the king’s son and Azrikam the commander of the palace and Elkanah the next in authority to the king. Berean Standard Bible Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the son of the king, Azrikam the governor of the palace, and Elkanah the second to the king. Berean Literal Bible And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the son of the king, and Azrikam the officer over the house, and Elkanah the second to the king. King James Bible And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king's son, and Azrikam the governor of the house, and Elkanah that was next to the king. New King James Version Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the king’s son, Azrikam the officer over the house, and Elkanah who was second to the king. New American Standard Bible And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the king’s son, Azrikam the ruler of the house, and Elkanah the second to the king. NASB 1995 And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king’s son and Azrikam the ruler of the house and Elkanah the second to the king. NASB 1977 And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king’s son, and Azrikam the ruler of the house and Elkanah the second to the king. Legacy Standard Bible And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the king’s son and Azrikam the ruler of the house and Elkanah the second to the king. Amplified Bible And Zichri, a warrior of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the king’s son, and Azrikam the governor of the house, and Elkanah, who was second [in power] to the king. Berean Annotated Bible Zichri (memorable), a mighty man of Ephraim (doubly fruitful), killed Maaseiah (work of YHWH) the son of the king, Azrikam (help against the enemy) the governor of the palace, and Elkanah (God has possessed) the second to the king. Christian Standard Bible An Ephraimite warrior named Zichri killed the king’s son Maaseiah, Azrikam governor of the palace, and Elkanah who was second to the king. Holman Christian Standard Bible An Ephraimite warrior named Zichri killed the king’s son Maaseiah, Azrikam governor of the palace, and Elkanah who was second to the king. American Standard Version And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king's son, and Azrikam the ruler of the house, and Elkanah that was next to the king. Contemporary English Version During that battle, an Israelite soldier named Zichri killed three men from Judah: Maaseiah the king's son; Azrikam, the official in charge of the palace; and Elkanah, the king's second in command. English Revised Version And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king's son, and Azrikam the ruler of the house, and Elkanah that was next to the king. GOD'S WORD® Translation Zichri, a fighting man from Ephraim, killed Maaseiah, who was the king's son, Azrikam, who was in charge of the palace, and Elkanah, who was the king's second-in-command. Good News Translation An Israelite soldier named Zichri killed King Ahaz' son Maaseiah, the palace administrator Azrikam, and Elkanah, who was second in command to the king. International Standard Version Zichri, a valiant soldier from Ephraim, killed the king's son Maaseiah, Azrikam, the palace manager, and Elkanah, who was second in rank to the king. NET Bible Zikri, an Ephraimite warrior, killed the king's son Maaseiah, Azrikam, the supervisor of the palace, and Elkanah, the king's second-in-command. New Heart English Bible Zikri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the king's son, and Azrikam the ruler of the house, and Elkanah who was next to the king. Webster's Bible Translation And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king's son, and Azrikam the governor of the house, and Elkanah that was next to the king. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleZichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the son of the king, Azrikam the governor of the palace, and Elkanah the second to the king. World English Bible Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the king’s son, Azrikam the ruler of the house, and Elkanah who was next to the king. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Zichri, a mighty one of Ephraim, slays Maaseiah son of the king, and Azrikam leader of the house, and Elkanah second to the king. Berean Literal Bible And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the son of the king, and Azrikam the officer over the house, and Elkanah the second to the king. Young's Literal Translation And Zichri, a mighty one of Ephraim, slayeth Maaseiah son of the king, and Azrikam leader of the house, and Elkanah second to the king. Smith's Literal Translation And Zichri a strong one of Ephraim will kill Maaseiah the king's son, and Azrikam leader of the house, of Elkanah, second to the king. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAt the same time Zechri a powerful man of Ephraim, slew Maasias the king's son, and Ezricam the governor of his house, and Elcana who was next to the king. Catholic Public Domain Version In the same time, Zichri, a powerful man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah, the son of the king, and Azrikam, the governor of his house, and also Elkanah, who was second to the king. New American Bible Zichri, an Ephraimite warrior, killed Maaseiah, the king’s son, and Azrikam, the master of the palace, and also Elkanah, who was second to the king. New Revised Standard Version And Zichri, a mighty warrior of Ephraim, killed the king’s son Maaseiah, Azrikam the commander of the palace, and Elkanah the next in authority to the king. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim slew Maasiah the king's son and Azrikai the governor of the palace and Elkanah who was next to the king. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he killed Zekri, a mighty man of the house of Aphreim, and Masya son of the King, and Azarqi, Steward of the house, and Elqanna the second of the King. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king's son, and Azrikam the ruler of the house, and Elkanah that was next to the king. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Zechri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maasias the king's son, and Ezrican the chief of his house, and Elcana the king's deputy. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Judah Defeated by Aram…6For in one day Pekah son of Remaliah killed 120,000 valiant men in Judah. This happened because they had forsaken the LORD, the God of their fathers. 7Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the son of the king, Azrikam the governor of the palace, and Elkanah the second to the king. 8Then the Israelites took 200,000 captives from their kinsmen—women, sons, and daughters. They also carried off a great deal of plunder and brought it to Samaria.… Cross References Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, 1 Chronicles 12:30 From Ephraim: 20,800 mighty men of valor, famous among their own clans. Psalm 78:9 The archers of Ephraim turned back on the day of battle. killed Maaseiah the son of the king, 2 Kings 25:7 And they slaughtered the sons of Zedekiah before his eyes. Then they put out his eyes, bound him with bronze shackles, and took him to Babylon. 2 Kings 10:13-14 Jehu met some relatives of Ahaziah king of Judah and asked, “Who are you?” “We are relatives of Ahaziah,” they answered, “and we have come down to greet the sons of the king and of the queen mother.” / Then Jehu ordered, “Take them alive.” So his men took them alive, then slaughtered them at the well of Beth-eked—forty-two men. He spared none of them. 2 Kings 11:1-2 When Athaliah the mother of Ahaziah saw that her son was dead, she proceeded to annihilate all the royal heirs. / But Jehosheba daughter of King Joram, the sister of Ahaziah, took Joash son of Ahaziah and stole him away from among the sons of the king who were being murdered. She put him and his nurse in a bedroom to hide him from Athaliah, and he was not killed. Azrikam the governor of the palace, 2 Kings 18:18 Then they called for the king. And Eliakim son of Hilkiah the palace administrator, Shebnah the scribe, and Joah son of Asaph the recorder, went out to them. 1 Kings 18:3 and Ahab summoned Obadiah, who was in charge of the palace. (Now Obadiah greatly feared the LORD, 1 Kings 4:6 Ahishar was in charge of the palace; and Adoniram son of Abda was in charge of the forced labor. and Elkanah the second to the king. Esther 10:3 For Mordecai the Jew was second only to King Xerxes, preeminent among the Jews and highly favored by his many kinsmen, seeking the good of his people and speaking peace to all his countrymen. Genesis 41:40-44 You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.” / Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.” / Then Pharaoh removed the signet ring from his finger, put it on Joseph’s finger, clothed him in garments of fine linen, and placed a gold chain around his neck. … 2 Kings 16:5-9 Then Rezin king of Aram and Pekah son of Remaliah king of Israel came up to wage war against Jerusalem. They besieged Ahaz but could not overcome him. / At that time Rezin king of Aram recovered Elath for Aram, drove out the men of Judah, and sent the Edomites into Elath, where they live to this day. / So Ahaz sent messengers to Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria, saying, “I am your servant and your son. Come up and save me from the hands of the kings of Aram and Israel, who are rising up against me.” … Isaiah 7:1-9 Now in the days that Ahaz son of Jotham, the son of Uzziah, was king of Judah, Rezin king of Aram marched up to wage war against Jerusalem. He was accompanied by Pekah son of Remaliah the king of Israel, but he could not overpower the city. / When it was reported to the house of David that Aram was in league with Ephraim, the hearts of Ahaz and his people trembled like trees in the forest shaken by the wind. / Then the LORD said to Isaiah, “Go out with your son Shear-jashub to meet Ahaz at the end of the aqueduct that feeds the upper pool, on the road to the Launderer’s Field, … 2 Chronicles 25:23-24 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. / He took all the gold and silver and all the articles found in the house of God with Obed-edom and in the treasuries of the royal palace, as well as some hostages. Then he returned to Samaria. 2 Chronicles 24:23-24 In the spring, the army of Aram went to war against Joash. They entered Judah and Jerusalem and destroyed all the leaders of the people, and they sent all the plunder to their king in Damascus. / Although the Aramean army had come with only a few men, the LORD delivered into their hand a very great army. Because Judah had forsaken the LORD, the God of their fathers, judgment was executed on Joash. 2 Chronicles 21:17 So they went to war against Judah, invaded it, and carried off all the possessions found in the king’s palace, along with his sons and wives; not a son was left to him except Jehoahaz, his youngest. 2 Chronicles 22:1 Then the people of Jerusalem made Ahaziah, the youngest son of Jehoram, king in his place, since the raiders who had come into the camp with the Arabs had killed all the older sons. So Ahaziah son of Jehoram became king of Judah. Treasury of Scripture And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king's son, and Azrikam the governor of the house, and Elkanah that was next to the king. Jump to Previous Authority Azrikam Azri'kam Commander Controller Death Elkanah Elka'nah Ephraim E'phraim Ephraimite Fighting-Man Governor Great House Killed King's Maaseiah Ma-Asei'ah Mighty Officer Palace Ruler Second Slayeth Slew Warrior Zichri ZicriJump to Next Authority Azrikam Azri'kam Commander Controller Death Elkanah Elka'nah Ephraim E'phraim Ephraimite Fighting-Man Governor Great House Killed King's Maaseiah Ma-Asei'ah Mighty Officer Palace Ruler Second Slayeth Slew Warrior Zichri Zicri2 Chronicles 28 1. Ahaz, reigning wickedly, is greatly afflicted by the Syrians.6. Judah, being captivated by the Israelites, is sent home by the counsel of Oded. 16. Ahaz sending for aid to Assyria, is not helped thereby, 22. In his distress he grows more idolatrous 26. He dying, Hezekiah succeeds him Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim Zichri is identified as a warrior from the tribe of Ephraim, one of the tribes of Israel. Ephraim was a dominant tribe in the northern kingdom, often associated with strength and military prowess. The mention of Zichri as a "mighty man" highlights his valor and skill in battle, which was significant during the period of the divided kingdom when Israel and Judah were often at odds. This reflects the internal strife and division within the nation of Israel, as Ephraim was part of the northern kingdom, while the events described occurred in Judah. killed Maaseiah the son of the king Azrikam the governor of the palace and Elkanah the second to the king Persons / Places / Events 1. ZikriA warrior from the tribe of Ephraim, known for his might and valor. His actions in this verse highlight the internal conflicts and divisions within the kingdom of Israel. 2. Ephraim One of the tribes of Israel, often representing the northern kingdom. Ephraim's involvement in this conflict underscores the tension between the northern and southern kingdoms. 3. Maaseiah The son of King Ahaz, representing the royal lineage of Judah. His death signifies the vulnerability and decline of the Davidic line during Ahaz's reign. 4. Azrikam An officer in charge of the palace, indicating his high status and close proximity to the king. His death reflects the chaos and instability within the royal court. 5. Elkanah The second to the king, suggesting a position of significant authority. His death further illustrates the breakdown of leadership and governance in Judah. Teaching Points The Consequences of DisobedienceThe deaths of key figures in Judah's leadership serve as a stark reminder of the consequences of turning away from God's commandments. Disobedience leads to chaos and destruction. The Importance of Godly Leadership The instability in Judah highlights the need for leaders who are committed to God's ways. Believers are encouraged to pray for and support leaders who seek to honor God. Unity Among God's People The conflict between Ephraim and Judah underscores the importance of unity among God's people. Division weakens the community and hinders its witness to the world. Trust in God's Sovereignty Despite the turmoil, God's sovereign plan is at work. Believers can trust that God is in control, even in times of crisis and uncertainty. The Role of Personal Responsibility Each individual, whether a leader or a follower, has a responsibility to live according to God's standards. Personal faithfulness contributes to the overall health of the community. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 28:7?2. How does 2 Chronicles 28:7 illustrate the consequences of turning from God? 3. What can we learn about God's justice from 2 Chronicles 28:7? 4. How does this verse connect with God's warnings in Deuteronomy 28? 5. How should believers respond to leadership failures as seen in 2 Chronicles 28:7? 6. What steps can we take to avoid similar consequences in our own lives? 7. Why did Zichri kill Maaseiah, Azrikam, and Elkanah in 2 Chronicles 28:7? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 28:7 reflect God's judgment on Judah? 9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 28:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 28? 11. How do we reconcile the differences between 1 Chronicles 17 and 2 Samuel 7 regarding the details of God's covenant with David? 12. In 1 Chronicles 28:3, why would a God of peace forbid David from building the temple simply because he had shed blood, yet historically use wars and conquests to establish Israel? 13. Psalm 99:5 calls for worship at God's footstool; if this footstool is literal, why is there no archaeological record or clear location for it? 14. Does the capture of 200,000 prisoners in 2 Chronicles 28:8 align with known historical records? What Does 2 Chronicles 28:7 Mean Zichri- “Zichri” appears only here, stepping onto the battlefield at the precise moment God chooses to discipline Judah (2 Chronicles 28:5–6; cf. Judges 3:31; 2 Kings 9:6-10). - His sudden prominence illustrates how the Lord can raise up anyone to carry out His purposes, whether for deliverance or judgment. A mighty man of Ephraim - Ephraim often represents the whole northern kingdom (Isaiah 7:2). That kingdom now becomes an instrument of divine chastening against Judah because of King Ahaz’s idolatry (2 Kings 16:3-4). - Calling Zichri “a mighty man” echoes the “mighty men of valor” who once fought for David (1 Chronicles 12:28-30), reminding us that true strength comes from God, not from national alliances (Psalm 20:7). Killed Maaseiah the son of the king - Maaseiah, one of Ahaz’s sons, dies in battle, showing that sin’s consequences strike even the royal house (2 Chronicles 21:17; 2 Samuel 12:19). - This fulfills covenant warnings that disobedience would touch “the fruit of your womb” (Deuteronomy 28:18). Azrikam the governor of the palace - The “governor of the palace” parallels the chief steward or administrator (1 Kings 4:6; Isaiah 22:15). Eliminating him cripples the court’s inner workings, just as Babylon later removed Judah’s officials (2 Kings 24:12-14). - Judgment thus reaches deep into governmental structures (Amos 3:14-15). And Elkanah the second to the king - The title “second to the king” recalls Joseph under Pharaoh (Genesis 41:40) and Mordecai under Xerxes (Esther 10:3). Striking this key adviser leaves Ahaz virtually alone. - The verse demonstrates that no human hierarchy can shield a leader from the consequences of turning away from the Lord (Psalm 146:3-4; Jeremiah 17:5). summary 2 Chronicles 28:7 shows God using an Ephraimite warrior to cut down three pillars of Ahaz’s regime—the royal heir, the palace governor, and the king’s chief adviser. The swift removal of family, administrative, and strategic support reveals how thoroughly the Lord judges covenant unfaithfulness, dismantling every false security when a nation’s leaders forsake Him. (7) Maaseiah the king's son--i.e., a prince of the royal house, related to Ahaz, but not his own son; or he would have been too young to be engaged in the battle. (Comp. 2Chronicles 18:25 : "Joash the king's son.")Azrikam the governor of the house--i.e., of the royal house, or palace. Azrikam was nagid, "prince" or superintendent of the palace, a high court official. (Comp. 1Kings 4:6; 1Kings 18:3.) Elkanah . . . next to the king.--See margin. Elkanah was grand vizier. (Comp. 1Samuel 23:17; Esther 10:3.) The writer mentions the deaths of these three personages, because of their intimate connection with Ahaz, whose punishment he is describing. The blow which struck them struck the king. (Comp. 2Chronicles 24:23.) . . . Verse 7. - The king's son. This can scarcely mean the child of Ahaz, considering Ahaz's age; some think a brother of the present king, son of Jotham, may be intended. We have also to fall back upon the use of the phrase, "king's son," for some special official of the king or court (see note on 2 Chronicles 18:25; and its parallel, 1 Kings 22:26). The governor of the house; Revised Version, ruler. We have probably a sufficient clue to this designation in 1 Kings 4:6; and the designation itself, 2 Chronicles 18:3; 2 Kings 18:18; 2 Chronicles 19:11. Next to the king; Hebrew, מִשְׁנֵה הַמֶּלֶך; literally, therefore, the next of the king, the general meaning of which expression cannot be doubtful (comp. 1 Chronicles 16:5; Esther 10:3; Nehemiah 11:9), but the exacter scope and functions of the person under the kings of the divided kingdom thus designated is less certain. It is naturally to be supposed his place may have been king's deputy in councils in his absence, or in and over the city itself, when he was at a distance with an army.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Zichri,זִכְרִ֣י ׀ (ziḵ·rî) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2147: Zichri -- the name of several Israelites an Ephraimite אֶפְרַ֗יִם (’ep̄·ra·yim) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 669: Ephraim -- a son of Joseph, also his descendants and their territory warrior, גִּבּ֣וֹר (gib·bō·wr) Adjective - masculine singular construct Strong's 1368: Powerful, warrior, tyrant killed וַֽיַּהֲרֹ֞ג (way·ya·hă·rōḡ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2026: To smite with deadly intent Maaseiah מַעֲשֵׂיָ֙הוּ֙ (ma·‘ă·śê·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4641: Maaseiah -- 'work of Yah', the name of a number of Israelites the son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of the king, הַמֶּ֔לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king Azrikam עַזְרִיקָ֖ם (‘az·rî·qām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5840: Azrikam -- 'my help has risen', four Israelites the governor נְגִ֣יד (nə·ḡîḏ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5057: A commander, civil, military, religious, honorable themes of the palace, הַבָּ֑יִת (hab·bā·yiṯ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1004: A house and Elkanah אֶלְקָנָ֖ה (’el·qā·nāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 511: Elkanah -- 'God has created', the name of several Israelites the second מִשְׁנֵ֥ה (miš·nêh) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4932: A repetition, a duplicate, a double, a second to the king. הַמֶּֽלֶךְ׃ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king Links 2 Chronicles 28:7 NIV2 Chronicles 28:7 NLT 2 Chronicles 28:7 ESV 2 Chronicles 28:7 NASB 2 Chronicles 28:7 KJV 2 Chronicles 28:7 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 28:7 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 28:7 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 28:7 French Bible 2 Chronicles 28:7 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 28:7 Zichri a mighty man of Ephraim killed (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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