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2	2KI	front	intro	nv2v			# Introduction to 2 Kings<br><br>## Part 1: General Introduction<br><br>### Outline of 2 Kings<br><br>1. The prophets Elijah and Elisha (1:1-8:15)<br> * Elijah brings Yahweh’s judgment onto King Ahaziah (1:1–18)<br> * Elijah goes to heaven and Elisha replaces him (2:1–25)<br> * Elisha defends the northern kingdom against Moab (3:1–27)<br> * Elisha performs various miracles (4:1–44)<br> * Elisha heals Naaman the Syrian (5:1–27)<br> * Elisha acts in time of war against Syria (6:1–7:20)<br> * Elisha’s reputation and prophecy about Hazael (8:1–15)<br>1. The history of Judah and Israel from Kings Jehoram and Joram to the fall of Israel (8:16–17:41)<br>1. The history of Judah from King Hezekiah to the fall of Judah (18:1–25:30)<br><br>### What are the Books of 1 and 2 Kings about?<br><br>These books are about what happened to the people of Israel, from the time of King Solomon to the time both the northern and southern kingdoms were destroyed. These books describe how Israel split into two kingdoms after Solomon died. It also tells about all the kings that ruled over each kingdom after Solomon died.<br><br>In the southern kingdom, some kings did what Yahweh judged to be right. For example, King Josiah repaired the temple and reformed the worship of Yahweh. He responded to the high priest finding a copy of the Law of Yahweh in Jerusalem ([2 Kings 22–23](../../2ki/22/01.md)). However, all of the kings of the northern kingdom were wicked.<br><br>The Assyrians destroyed the northern kingdom in 722 B.C. The Babylonians destroyed the southern kingdom in 586 B.C.<br><br>### How should the title of this book be translated?<br><br>The Books of 1 and 2 Kings were originally one book in Hebrew. They were separated into two books when translated into Greek. Translators might choose more meaningful titles such as “The First Book about the Kings” and “The Second Book about the Kings.”<br><br>## Part 2: Important Religious and Cultural Concepts<br><br>### What is the purpose of 1 and 2 Kings?<br><br>These books were probably finished during the exile, after the Babylonians had destroyed the temple. They show how being faithful to Yahweh results in his blessing and prospering his people. Worshipping idols and not being faithful result in their being punished and destroyed.<br><br>## Part 3: Important Translation Issues<br><br>### Why do the Books of 1 and 2 Kings refer to someone being addressed indirectly?<br><br>In the Bible, people often referred to themselves as “your servant” when speaking to anyone in a superior position to themselves. Indirectly addressing people in this way was intended to honor the one addressed. English sometimes uses the address “sir” in this way. But a translator should use whatever expressions that are natural in the project language in order to honor someone in a superior position.<br><br>### What does the king “did what was right (or) evil in the eyes of Yahweh” mean?<br><br>The writer repeats this kind of expression throughout the Books of 1 and 2 Kings. Here “in the eyes of Yahweh” represents what Yahweh thinks about someone. If a king was faithful and obeyed the covenant, he did what was right according to Yahweh. If he was not faithful and disobeyed the covenant, he did what was evil according to Yahweh.<br><br>### What is the meaning of the term “Israel”?<br><br>The name “Israel” is used in many different ways in the Bible. Jacob was the son of Isaac. God changed Jacob’s name to Israel. The descendants of Jacob became a nation also called Israel. Eventually, the nation of Israel split into two kingdoms. The northern kingdom was named Israel. The southern kingdom was named Judah. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/israel]])<br><br>### What does the phrase “to this day” mean?<br><br>This phrase was used by the narrator to refer to the time when he was writing. The translator should be aware that “to this day” refers to a time already passed. The translator might decide to say, “to this day, at the time when this is being written,” or, “to this day, at the time of writing.” This Hebrew phrase occurs in 2 Kings 2:22; 8:22; 10:27; 14:7; 16:6; 17:23, 34, 41.<br><br>### Can I translate 2 Kings before 1 Kings?<br><br>The Book of 1 Kings should be translated before 2 Kings, since 2 Kings continues from where 1 Kings ends.
3	2KI	1	intro	t6cl			# 2 Kings 1 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>2 Kings is a continuation of 1 Kings.<br><br>The story of Elijah continues in this chapter.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### God’s sovereignty<br>God is in control of the future. King Ahaziah sent messengers to ask the Philistine god if he would recover from his fall, but this god does not know the future. Because he asked another god instead of Yahweh, Elijah sent the messengers to tell Ahaziah that he would not recover. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/falsegod]])<br><br>## Important figures of speech in this chapter<br><br>### Rhetorical question<br>Elijah rebuked the king with a rhetorical question: “Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to consult with Baal Zebub, the god of Ekron?” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
4	2KI	1	1	ip77		Moab rebelled	Alternate translation: “The people who lived in Moab rebelled”
5	2KI	1	2	qdg9	figs-explicit	the lattice in his upper chamber	The upper room was built on the roof of the palace. The lattice was made of thin boards decoratively crossed over one another to form a balcony or window covering. Alternate translation: “the wooden boards around the flat roof of his palace” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
6	2KI	1	2	n4u5	translate-names	Baal-Zebub	(See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
7	2KI	1	3	xk53		Yahweh	This is the name of God that he revealed to his people in the Old Testament. See the translationWord page about Yahweh concerning how to translate this.
8	2KI	1	3	vu6l	translate-names	the Tishbite	This refers to someone from the city of Tishbe. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
9	2KI	1	3	sql3	figs-rquestion	Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to consult with Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron?	This rhetorical question is asked as a rebuke for consulting Baal-Zebub. This is irony because they are definitely aware of the God of Israel. Alternate translation: “You fools! You know there is a God in Israel, but you were acting as though you did not know when you sent men to consult Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-irony]])
10	2KI	1	3	ns1x		consult with Baal-Zebub	The word “consult” means to get the opinion of someone about a question.
11	2KI	1	4	hs1g	figs-explicit	Therefore Yahweh says	This is Yahweh’s message to King Ahaziah. Alternate translation: “Therefore Yahweh says to King Ahaziah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
12	2KI	1	4	ea7z	figs-explicit	You will not come down from the bed to where you have gone up	When King Ahaziah was injured, he was placed in a bed. Yahweh said that he will never become well and be able to get out of the bed. Alternate translation: “You will not recover and you will not get up from the bed on which you are lying” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
13	2KI	1	5	h8rr	figs-explicit	When the messengers returned to Ahaziah	After meeting with Elijah, the messengers returned to the king instead of going to Ekron. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
14	2KI	1	6	hrs2	figs-rquestion	Is it because there is no God in Israel that you sent men to consult with Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron?	This rhetorical question is asked as a rebuke for consulting Baal-Zebub. This is irony because they are definitely aware of the God of Israel. See how you translated a similar question in [2 Kings 3:3](../03/03.md). Alternate translation: “You fools! You know there is a God in Israel, but you were acting as though you did not know when you sent men to consult Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
15	2KI	1	6	q7jq	figs-explicit	you will not come down from the bed to which you have gone up	When King Ahaziah was injured, he was placed in a bed. Yahweh said that he will never become well and be able to get out of the bed. See how you translated this statement in [2 Kings 3:4](../03/04.md). Alternate translation: “you will not recover and you will not get up from the bed on which you are lying” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
16	2KI	1	8	ivq2	figs-explicit	He wore a garment made of hair	This could mean: (1) this is a metaphor that speaks of him being very hairy as if his hair were a garment. Alternate translation: “He was very hairy” or (2) “His clothes were made from animal hair” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
17	2KI	1	9	n9cs	figs-explicit	Then the king sent a captain with fifty soldiers to Elijah	The king sent the leader of the army with fifty men to bring Elijah back to him. Alternate translation: “Then the king sent a captain with fifty soldiers to seize Elijah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
18	2KI	1	9	a83f	translate-numbers	fifty soldiers	“50 soldiers” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
19	2KI	1	10	p9xj		If I am a man of God, let fire come down from heaven	The captain had called Elijah a man of God, but the captain and the king did not show Elijah proper respect. Elijah said this so that fire would come down from heaven, and this would prove that Elijah really was a man of God and he deserved their respect. Alternate translation: “Since I am a man of God, let fire come down from heaven” or “If I am a man of God as you have said, let fire come down from heaven”
20	2KI	1	10	zh8j		from heaven	Alternate translation: “from the sky”
21	2KI	1	11	u4yt	translate-numbers	fifty soldiers	“50 soldiers” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
22	2KI	1	12	ft4v		If I am a man of God, let fire come down from heaven	The captain had called Elijah a man of God, but the captain and the king did not show Elijah proper respect. Elijah said this so that fire would come down from heaven, and this would prove that Elijah really was a man of God and he deserved their respect. See how you translated this phrase in [2 Kings 1:10](../01/10.md). Alternate translation: “Since I am a man of God, let fire come down from heaven” or “If I am a man of God as you have said, let fire come down from heaven”
23	2KI	1	12	pr93	figs-possession	fire of God	This means that the fire came from God. Alternate translation: “fire from God” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-possession]])
24	2KI	1	13	j2vk	translate-numbers	fifty warriors	“50 warriors” or “50 soldiers” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
25	2KI	1	13	ptv6		implored him	Alternate translation: “begged him”
26	2KI	1	13	ye4v	figs-explicit	these fifty servants of yours	The captain says that his servants are Elijah’s servants to show him honor. AT “my fifty soldiers” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
27	2KI	1	13	b8jf	figs-metaphor	let my life and the life of … be precious in your sight	Here Elijah’s “sight” represents him judgement or evaluation. The captain is pleading with Elijah to let them live. Alternate translation: “please consider my life and the life of … as precious to you” or “consider my life and the life of … to be of worth to you and do not kill us” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
28	2KI	1	14	t3sy	figs-metaphor	let my life be precious in your sight	Here Elijah’s “sight” represents him judgement or evaluation. The captain is repeating his request for Elijah to show kindness to him and let him live. Alternate translation: “please be kind to me” or “please allow me to live” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
29	2KI	1	16	akr3	figs-rquestion	Is it because there is no God in Israel from whom you can ask for information?	This rhetorical question is asked as a rebuke for consulting Baal-Zebub. This is irony because the king is definitely aware of the God of Israel. Alternate translation: “You must think there is no God in Israel whom you may ask for information!” or “You fool! You know there is a God in Israel to consult, but you acted as if you did not know.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-irony]])
30	2KI	1	16	bgi9	figs-explicit	you will not come down from the bed where you have gone up	When King Ahaziah was injured, he was placed in a bed. Yahweh said that he will never become well and be able to get out of the bed. See how you translated this statement in [2 Kings 3:4](../03/04.md). Alternate translation: “you will not recover and you will not get up from the bed where you are lying” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
31	2KI	1	17	sl2v		the word of Yahweh that Elijah had spoken	Alternate translation: “what Yahweh had told Elijah that Elijah had spoken”
32	2KI	1	17	s5cd	figs-explicit	in the second year of Jehoram son of Jehoshaphat king of Judah	This describes the time that Joram began to reign over Israel by stating how long Jehoram had been reigning over Jerusalem. Alternate translation: “in the second year that Jehoram son of Jehoshaphat was king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
33	2KI	1	18	emi5	figs-rquestion	are they not written … Israel?	This rhetorical question can be written as a statement. It can also be stated in active form. Alternate translation: “they are written … Israel.” or “someone has written about them in … Israel.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
34	2KI	2	intro	i216			# 2 Kings 2 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>This chapter ends the story of Elijah and begins the story of Elisha.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>Elisha replaces Elijah as the chief prophet of God. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/prophet]])
35	2KI	2	1	u56u	writing-newevent	So it came about	“So it happened.” This phrase is used to introduce the next event in the story line. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-newevent]])
36	2KI	2	1	pmc1		a whirlwind	a strong wind that spins around and around
37	2KI	2	2	w2jb	figs-simile	As Yahweh lives, and as you live	“As surely as Yahweh lives and as you live.” Here Elisha compares the certainty that Yahweh and Elijah are alive to the certainty of what he is saying. This is a way of making a solemn promise. Alternate translation: “I solemnly promise you that” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
38	2KI	2	3	w5x1	figs-idiom	The sons of the prophets	This does not mean that they were the sons of prophets, but rather, that they were a group of prophets. Alternate translation: “A group of men who were prophets” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
39	2KI	2	4	q628	figs-simile	As Yahweh lives, and as you live, I will not leave you	“As surely as Yahweh lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” Here Elisha compares the certainty that Yahweh and Elijah are alive to the certainty of what he is saying. This is a way of making a solemn promise. See how you translated this phrase in [2 Kings 2:2](../02/02.md). Alternate translation: “I solemnly promise you that I will not leave you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
40	2KI	2	5	w9wu		Then the sons of the prophets who were at Jericho came to Elisha and said to him	Alternate translation: “When Elijah and Elisha came near Jericho, the sons of the prophets who were from there said to Elisha”
41	2KI	2	5	g9du	figs-idiom	the sons of the prophets	This does not mean that they were the sons of prophets, but rather, that they were a group of prophets. See how you translated this phrase in [2 Kings 2:3](../02/03.md). Alternate translation: “the group of men who were prophets” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
42	2KI	2	6	y3ml	figs-simile	As Yahweh lives, and as you live, I will not leave you	“As surely as Yahweh lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” Here Elisha compares the certainty that Yahweh and Elijah are alive to the certainty of what he is saying. This is a way of making a solemn promise. See how you translated this phrase in [2 Kings 2:2](../02/02.md). Alternate translation: “I solemnly promise you that I will not leave you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
43	2KI	2	7	u37h	translate-numbers	fifty of the sons	“50 of the sons” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
44	2KI	2	7	b5cd	figs-idiom	the sons of the prophets	This does not mean that they were the sons of prophets, but rather, that they were a group of prophets. See how you translated this phrase in [2 Kings 2:3](../02/03.md). Alternate translation: “the group of men who were prophets” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
45	2KI	2	7	t6qz	figs-idiom	stood opposite them	This means that they were standing, facing them. Alternate translation: “stood facing them” or “stood watching them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
46	2KI	2	8	v3mg		cloak	outer piece of clothing used as a covering
47	2KI	2	8	cca7		The river divided on both sides so that the two of them walked over on dry ground	Alternate translation: “The water of the Jordan River opened up so there was a dry path for Elijah and Elisha to cross over to the other side”
48	2KI	2	8	ai9c		on both sides	“to the right and the left.” This refers to the right and the left of where Elijah struck the water.
49	2KI	2	9	l4ab		It came about	Alternate translation: “it happened”
50	2KI	2	9	b2aw	figs-explicit	crossed over	This refers to crossing the Jordan River. Alternate translation: “crossed over the Jordan River” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
51	2KI	2	9	q4e3	figs-activepassive	before I am taken from you	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “before Yahweh takes me from you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
52	2KI	2	9	kk6z	figs-metonymy	a double portion of your spirit	Here Elijah’s spirit refers to his spiritual power. Alternate translation: “twice as much of your spiritual power” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
53	2KI	2	11	ikl9		behold	The word “behold” here alerts us to pay attention to the surprising information that follows.
54	2KI	2	11	c6ne	figs-possession	a chariot of fire and horses of fire	Here the phrase “of fire” means that these were surround by fire. Alternate translation: “a chariot surrounded by fire pulled by horses surrounded by fire” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-possession]])
55	2KI	2	11	xmx8		went up by a whirlwind into heaven	“was carried into the sky by a whirlwind.” Translate the word “whirlwind” the same as you did in [2 Kings 2:1](../02/01.md).
56	2KI	2	12	su11		My father, my father	Elisha is calling Elijah his respected leader.
57	2KI	2	12	bb7w	translate-symaction	tore them into two pieces	People would often tear their clothes as a sign of great sadness or grief. Alternate translation: “ripped them in two pieces to show his great sadness” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]])
58	2KI	2	13	t6ri		cloak	The cloak was the otter clothing of a prophet. It was the sign of his job. When Elisha took Elijah’s cloak he was saying he was taking Elijah’s place as prophet.
59	2KI	2	14	l45f	figs-explicit	Where is Yahweh, the God of Elijah?	Elisha is asking if Yahweh is with him as he was with Elijah. Alternate translation: “Yahweh, the God of Elijah, are you here with me?” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
60	2KI	2	14	jjx1		they divided on both sides and Elisha crossed over	The river separated and Elisha walked to the other side on dry ground, the same way he did previously when he was with Elijah.
61	2KI	2	14	q6wl		on both sides	“to the right and the left.” This refers to the right and the left of where Elijah struck the water.
62	2KI	2	15	dm3g	figs-idiom	the sons of the prophets	This does not mean that they were the sons of prophets, but rather, that they were a group of prophets. See how you translated this phrase in [2 Kings 2:3](../02/03.md). Alternate translation: “the group of prophets” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
63	2KI	2	15	cz8j		bowed themselves to the ground before him	They are showing him deep respect and acknowledging him as their new leader.
64	2KI	2	15	fu1h	figs-metonymy	The spirit of Elijah does rest on Elisha	Here Elijah’s “spirit” refers to his spiritual power. This speaks of Elisha having this spiritual power as if it were something that physically rested upon him. Alternate translation: “Elisha does have the same spiritual power that Elijah did” or “The spiritual power Elijah had is now with Elisha” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
65	2KI	2	16	tz77	figs-explicit	See now, among your servants there are fifty strong men. Let them go	These men are referring to themselves when they say “fifty strong men.” Alternate translation: “See now, we are fifty strong men and we are now your servants. Let us go” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
66	2KI	2	16	pig4	translate-numbers	fifty strong men	“50 strong men” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
67	2KI	2	17	x4m5	figs-explicit	But when they urged Elisha until he was ashamed	The sons of the prophets kept asking Elisha until he felt bad about saying “no.” Alternate translation: “They kept asking Elisha until he felt bad for denying their request, so” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
68	2KI	2	18	s7q6	figs-rquestion	Did I not say to you, ‘Do not go’?	Elisha uses this rhetorical question to emphasize that he had told them previously what would happen. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “I told you that you should not go, because you would not find him!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
69	2KI	2	19	s884		The men of the city	Alternate translation: “The leaders of the city”
70	2KI	2	19	k9c8	figs-explicit	the situation of this city is pleasant	This means that the city is located in a good place. Alternate translation: “this city is in a good place” or “this city is in a good location” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
71	2KI	2	19	jfc3		as my master can see	The men refer to Elisha here as “my master” to honor him.
72	2KI	2	19	rms6		fruitful	producing good crops
73	2KI	2	21	jc7z	figs-metaphor	healed these waters	This speaks of Yahweh making the bad water pure as if he healed it. Alternate translation: “made the waters pure” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
74	2KI	2	21	q6wj	figs-doublenegatives	there will be no more death or unfruitful land	This refers to things caused by the bad water. This also can be written in positive form. Alternate translation: “there will be no more death or problems with crops caused by this water” or “from now on this water will bring life and help the land become fruitful” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublenegatives]])
75	2KI	2	22	cpa7	figs-activepassive	the waters were healed	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “the waters have remained pure” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
76	2KI	2	22	ygc2	figs-idiom	to this day,…spoke	This means that something remains in a certain condition until the present time. Alternate translation: “by the word which Elisha spoke, and have always remained pure since” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
77	2KI	2	23	jl1u		went up from there to Bethel	The phrase “went up” is used her because Bethel is higher in elevation than Jericho.
78	2KI	2	23	y5ld	figs-idiom	Go up	The young boys wanted Elisha to go away from them and expressed this by saying “go up.” Alternate translation: “Go away” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
79	2KI	2	23	gyr2		baldhead	A bald person does not have any hair on their head. The young boys were mocking Elisha for having a bald head.
80	2KI	2	24	tzw2	translate-numbers	forty-two of the boys	“42 of the boys” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
81	2KI	3	intro	k5ke			# 2 Kings 3 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>The story of Elisha continues in this chapter.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Victory and defeat<br>God is in control of victory and defeat. The armies of Israel, Judah and Edom united to attack Moab from the desert for failure to pay tribute. When they ran out of water, they were in desperate condition. Therefore, they asked Elisha (the prophet of God) what to do and he said God would give them water and victory over Moab. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/prophet]])<br><br>## Important figures of speech in this chapter<br><br>### Idiom<br><br>They described Elisha with the idiom, “who poured water on the hands of Elijah,” meaning “who served Elijah.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])<br><br>## Other possible translation difficulties in this chapter<br><br>### Anger<br>It is said that, “Anger came on Israel.” It is not clear who was angry or why they were angry.
82	2KI	3	1	hcb2	figs-explicit	in the eighteenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah	This describes the time that Joram began to reign by stating how long the current king of Judah had reigned. The meaning of this statement can be made clear. Alternate translation: “in the eighteenth year that Jehoshaphat was king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
83	2KI	3	1	t9pu	translate-ordinal	the eighteenth year	“year 18” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
84	2KI	3	1	gh3r		Joram son of Ahab	Sometimes this man is referred to as “Jehoram.” This is not the same person as the man mentioned in [2 Kings 1:17](../01/17.md) named “Jehoram.”
85	2KI	3	2	dqh6	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	Here “sight” refers to Yahweh’s thoughts or opinion. Alternate translation: “what Yahweh considers to be evil” or “what is evil in Yahweh’s judgement” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
86	2KI	3	2	ry4x	figs-simile	but not like his father and his mother	This compares how much evil he did to being less that the amount that his parents did. Alternate translation: “but he did not do as much evil as his father and mother had done” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
87	2KI	3	2	v3k7	figs-possession	the sacred stone pillar of Baal	This pillar was used in the worship of Baal, though it is unknown what the pillar looked like. Alternate translation: “the sacred stone pillar for worshiping Baal” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-possession]])
88	2KI	3	3	u5f7	figs-idiom	he held on to the sins	This is an idiom. Here “holding on” to something means to continue doing it. Alternate translation: “he continued to commit the sins” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
89	2KI	3	3	n4ct	translate-names	Nebat	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
90	2KI	3	3	zgj1	figs-idiom	he did not turn away from them	“Turning away” from something is an idiom which means to stop doing it. Alternate translation: “he did not stop committing those sins” or “he continued committing those sins” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
91	2KI	3	4	r82y	figs-explicit	He had to give to the king of Israel 100,000 lambs and the wool of 100,000 rams	Mesha had to give these things to the king of Israel because his kingdom was controlled by the king of Israel. The full meaning of this statement can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “Every year he was forced to give 100,000 lambs and the wool from 100,000 rams to the king of Israel, because his kingdom was controlled by the king of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
92	2KI	3	4	n1ad	translate-numbers	100,000 lambs…100,000 rams	“one hundred thousand lambs … one hundred thousand rams” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
93	2KI	3	6	kkb2	figs-synecdoche	to mobilize all Israel for war	“to prepare the people of Israel for war.” Here “all Israel” refers to all of the Israelite soldiers. Alternate translation: “to mobilize all of the Israelite soldiers for war” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
94	2KI	3	7	uqt2	figs-synecdoche	Will you go with me against Moab to battle?	The word “you” refers to Jehoshaphat, but refers to both him and his army. Here “Moab” stands for “the army of Moab.” Alternate translation: “Will you and your army go with me to fight against the army of Moab?” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
95	2KI	3	7	zuz1	figs-synecdoche	I will go	Jehoshaphat is saying that he and his entire army will fight with King Joram against Moab. Alternate translation: “We will go with you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
96	2KI	3	7	qh7x	figs-explicit	I am as you are, my people as your people, my horses as your horses	Jehoshaphat is letting Joram use himself, his people, and his horses for his purposes. He speaks of this as if they belonged to Joram. The full meaning of this statement can be made clear. Alternate translation: “We are ready to do whatever you want us to. My soldiers and my horses are ready to help you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
97	2KI	3	8	cld5		By way of the wilderness of Edom	Alternate translation: “By going through the wilderness of Edom”
98	2KI	3	9	luy3	figs-synecdoche	the king of Israel went with the king of Judah and the king of Edom	This refers to the kings accompanied by their armies. Alternate translation: “the king of Israel and his army went with the king of Judah and his army and the king of Edom and his army” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
99	2KI	3	9	ei9n		They wandered around	This could mean: (1) the kings were not sure where they were going, and so they changed direction often or (2) the kings knew where they were going and they walked around Moab ([2 Kings 3:8](../03/08.md)).
100	2KI	3	10	w5es	figs-rquestion	What is this? Has Yahweh called three kings to give them into the hand of Moab?	The king uses a rhetorical question to emphasize how ridiculous and terrible their situation is. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “It looks like Yahweh will allow all three of us to be captured by Moab!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
101	2KI	3	10	lze9	figs-synecdoche	to give them into the hand of Moab	Here “Moab” refers to its army. Also, “the hand of Moab” refers to the “control” of Moab’s army. Alternate translation: “to give us over to Moab’s control” or “so the army of Moab will defeat us” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
102	2KI	3	11	m7as	figs-rquestion	Is there not here a prophet of Yahweh, that we may consult Yahweh by him?	Jehoshaphat uses a rhetorical question here to state that he is certain that there is a prophet there and to find out where he is. Alternate translation: “I am sure there is a prophet of Yahweh here! Tell me where one is, so we may consult Yahweh by him.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
103	2KI	3	11	ql15	translate-names	Shaphat	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
104	2KI	3	11	y2h5	figs-idiom	who poured water on the hands of Elijah	This idiom means that he was Elijah’s helper. The phrase “poured water on the hands” is a description of one of the ways he served Elijah. Alternate translation: “who was a helper to Elijah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
105	2KI	3	12	gjn5	figs-explicit	The word of Yahweh is with him	This means that he is a prophet and that Yahweh tells him what to say. Alternate translation: “He speaks what Yahweh tells him to say” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
106	2KI	3	12	xm7z	figs-explicit	went down to him	They went to see Elijah and to consult with him about what they should do. The full meaning of this statement can be made clear. Alternate translation: “went to see Elisha to ask him what they should do” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
107	2KI	3	13	r7z3	figs-rquestion	What have I to do with you?	Elisha uses this rhetorical question to emphasize that he and the king have nothing in common. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “I have nothing to do with you.” or “I have nothing in common with you.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
108	2KI	3	13	b5fg	figs-metonymy	to give them into the hand of Moab	Here the “hand of Moab” refers the Moab’s “control.” Alternate translation: “to give them over to the control of Moab” or “to allow them to be captured by the Moabite army” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
109	2KI	3	14	y4by	figs-simile	As Yahweh of hosts lives, before whom I stand, surely	“As I know that Yahweh of hosts lives, before whom I stand, surely.” Here Elisha compares the certainty that Yahweh is alive to the certainty that, if it were not for Jehoshaphat being there, he would not pay attention to Joram. This is a way of making a solemn promise. Alternate translation: “As surely as Yahweh of hosts lives, before whom I stand, I promise you, if it” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
110	2KI	3	14	g8m7	figs-metaphor	before whom I stand	Here serving Yahweh is spoken of as standing in his presence. Alternate translation: “whom I serve” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
111	2KI	3	14	js2s	figs-doublenegatives	were it not for the fact that I honor the presence of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, I would not pay any attention to you	This can be written in positive form. Alternate translation: “I pay attention to you only because I honor the presence of Jehoshaphat king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublenegatives]])
112	2KI	3	14	p915	figs-metonymy	I honor the presence of Jehoshaphat	Here Jehoshaphat is referred to by his presence. Alternate translation: “I honor Jehoshaphat” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
113	2KI	3	14	w5fa	figs-parallelism	I would not pay any attention to you, or even look at you	These two phrases have similar meaning and are used together to emphasize that he would not pay any attention to Joram. Alternate translation: “I would not have anything at all to do with you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-parallelism]])
114	2KI	3	15	hy8s		Then it came to pass	Alternate translation: “And it happened that”
115	2KI	3	15	ngt8		harpist	someone who plays the harp
116	2KI	3	15	hae4	figs-metonymy	the hand of Yahweh came upon Elisha	Here Yahweh’s “hand” refers to his “power.” Alternate translation: “the power of Yahweh came upon Elisha” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
117	2KI	3	16	wr49		trenches	A trench is a long ditch that workers dig in the ground to collect water.
118	2KI	3	17	yt5g	figs-activepassive	this river valley will be filled with water	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “I will fill this river valley with water” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
119	2KI	3	17	yr9t	figs-explicit	you will drink	This refers to drinking the water that Yahweh provides. Alternate translation: “you will drink the water” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
120	2KI	3	18	er4m	figs-metaphor	This is an easy thing in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. Alternate translation: “Yahweh considers this as an easy thing to do” or “This is an easy thing for Yahweh to do” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
121	2KI	3	19	u249		fortified city	A fortified city is well protected from enemies by such things as high walls or a easily defensible location.
122	2KI	3	19	ig6l	figs-explicit	ruin every good piece of land with rocks	This means to put rocks on the fertile land so that it is difficult to use. The meaning of this statement can be made clear. Alternate translation: “ruin every good piece of land by covering them with rocks” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
123	2KI	3	20	bag3		there came water	Alternate translation: “water began flowing”
124	2KI	3	20	xh8j		the country was filled with water	Alternate translation: “and soon the country became filled with water”
125	2KI	3	20	qt74		country	land, ground
126	2KI	3	21	by8m	writing-background	Now	This word is used here to mark a break in the main story line. Here the author tells background information about the Moabite army preparing to meet the three kings and their armies in battle. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-background]])
127	2KI	3	21	yqn5	figs-metonymy	all who were able to put on armor	Here “armor” represents ability to fight. Alternate translation: “all the men who could fight” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
128	2KI	3	21	ct3t	figs-synecdoche	the kings had come	Here the word “kings” refers to both the kings and their armies. Alternate translation: “the kings had come with their armies” or “the kings and their armies had come” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
129	2KI	3	22	bxk5	figs-simile	it looked as red as blood	This compares the red appearance of the water to the color of blood. Alternate translation: “it was red like blood” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
130	2KI	3	23	di7v	figs-synecdoche	So now, Moab	The soldiers are referring to themselves here as “Moab.” Alternate translation: “soldiers of Moab” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
131	2KI	3	23	bft2		plunder them	“steal their belongings.” After an army defeated their enemies, they would often plunder their towns by stealing whatever was left of value.
132	2KI	3	24	eny7	figs-synecdoche	camp of Israel	Here “Israel” refers only to the Israelite soldiers and not to the whole nation of Israel. Alternate translation: “the area where the Israelite soldiers had set up their tents” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
133	2KI	3	24	v7zw	figs-synecdoche	the Israelites surprised	Here “Israelites” refers only to the Israelite soldiers and not to the whole nation of Israel. Alternate translation: “the Israelite soldiers surprised” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
134	2KI	3	24	g9vn		fled before them	Alternate translation: “ran away from them”
135	2KI	3	25	g449	translate-names	Kir Hareseth	This is the capital of Moab. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
136	2KI	3	25	fq8h	figs-explicit	was left with its rocks in place	The walls and buildings of the city were made of stones. The meaning of this can be made clear. Alternate translation: “still had its stone walls and buildings in place” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
137	2KI	3	25	a4lh		with slings	A “sling” is piece of animal skin with long cords at both ends in which a person can put a stone or other small, hard object and throw it a long distance.
138	2KI	3	26	v9le		King Mesha	Translate the name of this king the same as you did in [2 Kings 3:4](../03/04.md).
139	2KI	3	26	hl9e		that the battle was lost	Alternate translation: “that his army was being defeated”
140	2KI	3	26	lyu6	translate-numbers	seven hundred swordsmen	“700 swordsmen” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
141	2KI	3	26	d77c		swordsmen	soldiers who fight with swords
142	2KI	3	26	l1sy		break through	“force their way through.” There were many soldiers fighting on the battlefield which made it difficult to move though the crowd.
143	2KI	3	27	d4k7	figs-explicit	offered him as a burnt offering	King Mesha burned his son with fire until he died. He did this as an offering to Chemosh, the false god of Moab. The full meaning of this statement can be made explicit. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
144	2KI	3	27	izf1	figs-abstractnouns	So there was great anger against Israel	Here the word “anger” can be expressed as a verb. There are two possibilities for who is angry here: (1) The Moabite soldiers. Alternate translation: “So the Moabite soldiers were very angry with Israel” or (2) God. Alternate translation: “So God was very angry with Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])
145	2KI	4	intro	ma9j			# 2 Kings 4 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>The story of Elisha continues with a group of stories about the miracles Elisha did. (See: [2 Kings 4-6](./01.md) and [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/miracle]])<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Widow<br>Elisha helps a widow financially, and he correctly prophesies that a barren woman would conceive and have a baby by the next year. Later, when that child dies, Elisha miraculously causes him to come back to life. Also, Elisha causes a poisonous food to no longer be harmful, and he miraculously feeds 100 people with only 20 loaves of bread.
146	2KI	4	1	x1ua	figs-idiom	the sons of the prophets	This does not mean that they were the sons of prophets, but rather, that they were a group of prophets. See how you translated this phrase in [2 Kings 2:3](../02/03.md). Alternate translation: “the prophets” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
147	2KI	4	1	iu5k		Your servant my husband	Alternate translation: “My husband, who was your servant”
148	2KI	4	1	s3r1		creditor	person who lends other people money
149	2KI	4	2	n1q6		Your servant has nothing	The woman refers to herself as Elisha’s servant to show him honor.
150	2KI	4	2	rwy3	figs-hyperbole	nothing in the house, except a pot of oil	This is an exaggeration. The only valuable thing she had was a jar of oil. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
151	2KI	4	4	pea2	figs-explicit	you must go inside	This means to go inside their house. The full meaning of this statement can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “you must go inside your house” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
152	2KI	4	6	ln26		the vessels	Alternate translation: “the jars”
153	2KI	4	7	trw8	figs-explicit	the man of God	This refers to Elisha. Alternate translation: “Elisha, the man of God” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
154	2KI	4	7	u3px	figs-idiom	live with your sons on the rest	This is an idiom. It means to use the money to buy the things that they need, such as food and clothing. Alternate translation: “use the rest of the money for you and your sons for what you need to live” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
155	2KI	4	8	agh3	translate-names	Shunem	This is the name of a city. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
156	2KI	4	8	aab9	figs-explicit	she urged him to eat food with her	This means that she asked him to stop and have a meal at her house. Alternate translation: “she asked him to come to her house to have a meal” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
157	2KI	4	8	zxt5		passed by	Alternate translation: “traveled through Shunem”
158	2KI	4	9	t6m9		See, now I realize	Alternate translation: “Now I understand”
159	2KI	4	9	s4jr		who is always passing by	Alternate translation: “who travels by regularly”
160	2KI	4	10	wt8r		Let us	Here “us” refers to the important woman and her husband.
161	2KI	4	12	jqx1	translate-names	Gehazi	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
162	2KI	4	12	dj7q		Call this Shunammite	“Call the Shunammite woman.” This refers to the woman from Shunem that Elisha was staying with.
163	2KI	4	13	u5ec	figs-idiom	You have gone to all this trouble to care for us	The phrase “gone to all this trouble” is an idiom that means to make great effort to do something. Alternate translation: “You have made a great effort to care for us” or “You have worked very hard to take care of us” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
164	2KI	4	13	vi6j	figs-activepassive	What can be done for you	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “What can we do for you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
165	2KI	4	13	dm19	figs-explicit	Can we speak for you	Here Elisha is asking if she would like for him to speak to the king or army commander to make a request for her. The implicit meaning of this question can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “Can we make a request for you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
166	2KI	4	13	v5zv	figs-explicit	I live among my own people	The woman is implying that she does not need anything because her family cares for her needs. Alternate translation: “I live surrounded by my family, and because they take care of me, I have no needs” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
167	2KI	4	15	cvk3		Call her	Alternate translation: “Ask her to come to see me”
168	2KI	4	15	r7hp		When he had called her	Alternate translation: “When Gehazi had called her”
169	2KI	4	15	tuw6	figs-metonymy	the door	This refers to the doorway. Alternate translation: “the doorway” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
170	2KI	4	16	ybj5		a son	Alternate translation: “your son”
171	2KI	4	16	if5w		my master and man of God	The woman uses both of these names to refer to Elisha.
172	2KI	4	16	a4ew		your servant	The woman refers to herself as Elisha’s servant to show him honor.
173	2KI	4	17	gn4c		at the same time in the following year	Alternate translation: “during the same season the next year”
174	2KI	4	18	r4hu		When the child had grown	Alternate translation: “When the child was older”
175	2KI	4	19	q4fx	figs-explicit	My head, my head.	The child said this because his head hurt. The meaning of this can be made clear. Alternate translation: “My head hurts! My head hurts!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
176	2KI	4	20	i924	figs-synecdoche	the child sat on her knees until noon and then died	Here the woman’s knees refer to her lap. She held her son in her lap until he died. Alternate translation: “she held him on her lap until noon and then he died” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
177	2KI	4	21	hf6d	figs-explicit	on the bed of the man of God	This was the bed in the room she had prepared for Elisha when he traveled through Shunem. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
178	2KI	4	21	a8m1		the man of God	Alternate translation: “Elisha, the man of God”
179	2KI	4	22	dr4k	figs-explicit	that I may hurry to the man of God and then come back	The woman told her husband she was going to see Elisha but she did not say that she was going because their son had died. This implicit information may be stated clearly. Alternate translation: “that I may hurry to the man of God and then come back.’ But she did not tell her husband that their son had died” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
180	2KI	4	23	v9f7	figs-explicit	It will be all right	The woman states this, knowing this will be the case if her husband does as she requests. The full meaning of this statement can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “Everything will be all right if you do as I ask” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
181	2KI	4	24	r8pm	figs-metonymy	she saddled a donkey	The woman did not saddle the donkey, rather the servant would have saddled it for her. Alternate translation: “she had her servant saddle a donkey” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
182	2KI	4	25	yqh5		So she went and came to the man of God at Mount Carmel	Alternate translation: “So she traveled toward Mount Carmel where Elisha, the man of God, was”
183	2KI	4	25	kpg9		So when the man of God saw her in the distance	Alternate translation: “While she was still far off, and Elisha saw her coming”
184	2KI	4	26	h6sp		It is alright	Alternate translation: “It is well” or “Yes, everything is fine”
185	2KI	4	27	kq55		the mountain	Alternate translation: “Mount Carmel”
186	2KI	4	27	r3nr	figs-explicit	she caught hold of his feet	This implies that she knelt or laid on the ground in front of him and grabbed his feet. Alternate translation: “she dropped down on the ground in front of him and put her hands around his feet” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
187	2KI	4	27	wjr1		Yahweh has hidden the problem from me, and has told me nothing	Elisha can see that the woman is upset but Yahweh has not revealed to him the cause of her problem.
188	2KI	4	28	ct7i	figs-rquestion	Did I ask you for a son, my master? Did I not say, ‘Do not deceive me’?	The woman uses these rhetorical questions to show that she is upset about what has happened. She is speaking about her conversation with Elisha when he told her that she was going to have a son. These questions may be written as a statement. Alternate translation: “I did not ask you to give me a son, but I did ask you not to lie to me!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
189	2KI	4	29	g9dl		Dress for travel	Alternate translation: “Get ready to travel”
190	2KI	4	29	gd61		If you meet any man, do not greet him, and if anyone greets you, do not answer him	Elisha wanted Gehazi to travel as quickly as possible, without even stopping to talk to anyone.
191	2KI	4	30	x58s		As Yahweh lives, and as you live	This shows that the mother is taking an oath. The mother compares the certainty that Yahweh and Elisha are alive to the certainty of what she is saying. This is a way of making a solemn promise. Alternate translation: “As surely as Yahweh lives and as you live” or “I solemnly promise that”
192	2KI	4	31	nu33	figs-explicit	but the child did not speak or hear	This means that the child was not alive. The full meaning of this statement can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “but the child did not show any signs of being alive” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
193	2KI	4	31	pel6	figs-euphemism	has not awakened	Here being dead is spoken of as being asleep. Alternate translation: “is still dead” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
194	2KI	4	33	xt9g		So Elisha went in and shut the door on the child and himself	Alternate translation: “So Elisha went by himself into the room where the child lay, closed the door”
195	2KI	4	35	k6ei		stretched himself out on the boy	Alternate translation: “laid on top of the boy again”
196	2KI	4	36	i9qz		the Shunammite	Alternate translation: “the Shunammite woman”
197	2KI	4	37	rvs8	translate-symaction	Then she lay facedown on the ground at his feet and bowed to the ground	The woman bowed down before Elisha as a sign of great respect and appreciation. Alternate translation: “Then she bowed in front of Elisha with her face to the ground to show him her gratitude” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]])
198	2KI	4	38	j4lk	figs-idiom	the sons of the prophets	This is an idiom. It does not mean that they were actually the sons of prophets, but rather, that they were a group of prophets. See how you translated this phrase in [2 Kings 2:3](../02/03.md). Alternate translation: “the group of men who were prophets” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
199	2KI	4	38	mkn9		stew	This is a dish that is usually made of meat and vegetables cooked in a pot with liquid.
200	2KI	4	39	n9y9		wild gourds	These vegetables were growing wild, meaning someone had not planted them.
201	2KI	4	39	e7es		fill the fold of his robe	He lifted the bottom edge of his robe up to his waist to make a place to carry more gourds than he could carry with his hands only.
202	2KI	4	39	e55c	figs-explicit	but did not know what kind they were	Since they did not know what kind of gourds they were they did not know whether or not they were safe to eat. The full meaning of this statement can be made clear. Alternate translation: “but did not know if they were good or bad to eat” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
203	2KI	4	40	q1p2		they poured out the stew	Alternate translation: “they poured the stew into bowls”
204	2KI	4	40	bvf8	figs-metonymy	there is death in the pot	This means that there was something in the pot that could kill them, not that there is something dead in the pot. Alternate translation: “there is something in the pot that will kill us” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
205	2KI	4	41	ss47		He threw it into the pot	Alternate translation: “He added it to the stew in the pot”
206	2KI	4	41	r9hq		Pour it out for the people	Alternate translation: “Serve it to the people”
207	2KI	4	42	e27z	translate-names	Baal Shalishah	This is the name of a city. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
208	2KI	4	42	p26j	translate-numbers	twenty loaves	“20 loaves” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
209	2KI	4	42	h26n		from the new harvest	Alternate translation: “made from the grain from the new harvest”
210	2KI	4	42	xa59		fresh ears of grain	“fresh heads of grain.” This refers to grain from the new harvest.
211	2KI	4	43	l9rl	figs-rquestion	What, should I set this before a hundred men?	The man uses this rhetorical question to imply that this is not enough bread to feed 100 men. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “That is not enough to feed a hundred men!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
212	2KI	4	43	tp2l	translate-numbers	a hundred men	“100 men” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
213	2KI	4	44	ra7w	figs-metonymy	the word of Yahweh	Here Yahweh is referred to by what he said. This phrase is a metonym for Yahweh himself. Alternate translation: “Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
214	2KI	5	intro	n1ty			# 2 Kings 5 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>The stories of Elisha’s miracles continue in this chapter. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/miracle]])
215	2KI	5	1	t6rp	figs-metonymy	in his master’s view	“sight.” The king’s “view” represents what he thinks about something. Alternate translation: “in the king’s opinion” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
216	2KI	5	1	pdy1		because by him Yahweh had given victory to Aram	Here “Aram” refers to the Aramean army. Alternate translation: “because through Naaman, Yahweh had given victory to the Aramean army”
217	2KI	5	2	seh1	figs-synecdoche	The Arameans had gone out	Here the “Arameans” refer to the Aramean soldiers. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
218	2KI	5	2	vyi9		raiding in bands	“in small groups attacking.” This means to go out attacking an enemy in small groups.
219	2KI	5	3	nz19		The girl said to her mistress	The girl from Israel, who had been captured by the Aramean soldiers, spoke to Naaman’s wife.
220	2KI	5	3	mnp1		my master	Here “my master” refers to Naaman.
221	2KI	5	5	mq1r	figs-explicit	I will send a letter	The king is going to give the letter to Naaman to take with him to the king of Israel. Alternate translation: “I will send a letter with you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
222	2KI	5	5	kp6b	translate-numbers	ten talents of silver, six thousand pieces of gold	“10 talents of silver, 6,000 pieces of gold.” This can be written in modern measurements. Alternate translation: “330 kilograms of sliver, 6,000 pieces of gold” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bweight]])
223	2KI	5	5	ge56	figs-explicit	took with him ten … clothes	This were gifts from the king of Aram for the king of Israel. Alternate translation: “took with him ten … clothes, which were gifts for the king of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
224	2KI	5	7	q6lq	translate-symaction	he tore his clothes	Often people would rip their clothes if they were in great distress. Alternate translation: “he ripped his clothes to show his distress” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]])
225	2KI	5	7	ief7	figs-rquestion	Am I God, to kill and to make alive, that this man wants me to cure a man of his leprosy?	The king uses this rhetorical question to emphasize that the request of the king of Aram is outrageous and something he cannot do. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “The king of Aram must think I am some sort of God, with the power over death and life! He wants me to cure this man of his leprosy, but I cannot do that.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
226	2KI	5	7	v9df	figs-explicit	It seems he is seeking to start an argument with me	The king of Israel did not believe the request to heal Naamam was the real reason for the letter. He thought the real reason was to start a fight. Alternate translation: “It seems he is looking for an excuse to start a fight with me” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
227	2KI	5	8	ck82		General Information:	Elisha talks to the King of Israel about Naaman.
228	2KI	5	8	uj3n	figs-rquestion	Why have you torn your clothes?	Elisha uses this rhetorical question to emphasize to the king that he does not need to be distressed and tear his clothes. Alternate translation: “There is no need to be distressed and tear your clothes.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
229	2KI	5	10	qqs5	figs-activepassive	your flesh will be restored	This can be written in active form. Alternate translation: “your flesh will be well” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
230	2KI	5	10	p9ph	figs-metaphor	you will be clean	this means that he will no longer be unclean. A person who God considers spiritually unacceptable or defiled is spoken of as if the person were physically unclean. God considers a person who has leprosy as being defiled and unclean. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
231	2KI	5	11	kr9b		Look	This word is used here to draw someone’s attention to what is said next. Alternate translation: “Listen”
232	2KI	5	11	z6ex	figs-metonymy	the name of Yahweh	Here Yahweh is referred to by his name. Alternate translation: “Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
233	2KI	5	11	an1r		over the place	Alternate translation: “over the diseased area of my skin” or “over my leprosy”
234	2KI	5	12	yxw5	figs-rquestion	Are not Abanah and Pharpar, the rivers of Damascus, better than all the waters of Israel?	Naaman uses this rhetorical question to emphasize that the Abanah and the Pharpar are better rivers than the Jordan. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “The Abanah and the Pharpar Rivers, in my home country of Aram, are much better than any of the rivers of Israel! (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
235	2KI	5	12	i532	translate-names	Abanah and Pharpar	These are the names of rivers. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
236	2KI	5	12	iln3	figs-rquestion	Can I not bathe in them and be clean?	Naaman uses this rhetorical question to emphasize that he could have bathed in the other rivers easily. He believes that bathing in them could heal him just as bathing in the Jordan could. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “I should have just bathed in them and been healed!” or “I could just as easily have bathed in them and been healed!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-irony]])
237	2KI	5	12	d7lx		went away in a rage	Alternate translation: “was very angry as he walked away”
238	2KI	5	13	vet4		My father	The servants were showing respect to Naaman by addressing him as “my father” or “sir.”
239	2KI	5	13	yvc6	figs-rquestion	would you not have done it?	The servant uses this question to carefully rebuke Naaman. Alternate translation: “you surely would have done it!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
240	2KI	5	13	jg7y	figs-ellipsis	How much rather then	The servant is comparing how much more willing Naaman should be to obey a simple command since he is willing to obey a difficult one. Alternate translation: “How much more willing you should be to obey” or “Should you not be even more willing to obey” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-ellipsis]])
241	2KI	5	13	yyd5	figs-rquestion	How much rather then, when he says to you to simply, ‘Dip yourself and be clean?	The servant uses this rhetorical question to emphasize to Naaman that he should obey Elisha’s command. This question can be written as statement. Alternate translation: “You should be even more willing to obey when he says to you simply, ‘Dip yourself and be clean.’” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
242	2KI	5	14	t8jh		the man of God	Alternate translation: “Elisha, the man of God”
243	2KI	5	14	mgk2	figs-simile	His flesh was restored again like the flesh of a little child	This speaks how smooth Namaan’s skin is after he is healed by comparing it to the skin of a young child. Alternate translation: “His flesh was restored again and was as soft as the flesh of a young child” or “His skin was well again and was smooth like a young child’s skin” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
244	2KI	5	14	fh8a		His flesh	Alternate translation: “His skin”
245	2KI	5	14	y52x	figs-activepassive	he was healed	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “his leprosy was gone” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
246	2KI	5	15	y16h		Look	This word is used here to draw someone’s attention to what is said next. Alternate translation: “Listen”
247	2KI	5	15	j17q		there is no God in all the earth except in Israel	Alternate translation: “the only God in all the earth is in Israel”
248	2KI	5	16	d9cf	figs-simile	As Yahweh lives, before whom I stand, I	“As surely as I know that Yahweh lives, before whom I stand.” Here Elisha compares the certainty that Yahweh is alive to the certainty that he will not receive any gifts from Naaman. This is a way of making a solemn promise. Alternate translation: “As surely as Yahweh lives, before whom I stand, I promise you that I” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
249	2KI	5	16	ha3t	figs-metaphor	before whom I stand	Here serving Yahweh is spoken of as standing in his presence. Alternate translation: “whom I serve” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
250	2KI	5	16	rt86	figs-explicit	I will receive nothing	This means that he will not accept any gifts. Alternate translation: “I will not take any gifts” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
251	2KI	5	17	wz69	figs-ellipsis	If not	The understood information may be supplied. Alternate translation: “If you will not take the gifts I have brought for you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-ellipsis]])
252	2KI	5	17	uf7s	figs-activepassive	let there be given to your servant	This can be stated in active from. Alternate translation: “let me have” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
253	2KI	5	17	iy2l	figs-explicit	two mule loads of earth	Naaman is asking to take soil from Israel and place it in sacks for two mules to carry home with him. He then plans to build an altar on the soil. Alternate translation: “as much soil from Israel as two mules can carry, so that I can build an altar to Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
254	2KI	5	17	j1as		your servant	Naaman refers to himself as Elisha’s servant to honor him.
255	2KI	5	17	fvw4	figs-doublenegatives	will offer neither burnt offering nor sacrifice to any god but Yahweh	This can be written in positive form. Alternate translation: “will not offer burnt offering or sacrifice to any god but Yahweh” or “will only offer burnt offerings and sacrifices to Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublenegatives]])
256	2KI	5	18	xb8a		when my king	This is referring to the king of Aram, the king that Namaan works for.
257	2KI	5	18	w99e		he leans on my hand	“he supports himself on my arm.” This means that Naaman assists the king when he bows in the house of Rimmon because the king is either old or sick.
258	2KI	5	19	t8ub		Go in peace	Alternate translation: “Go home and do not worry” or “Leave without fear”
259	2KI	5	20	rr3d		He had traveled	Alternate translation: “Naaman had traveled”
260	2KI	5	20	e8j4	translate-names	Gehazi	See how you translated this man’s name in [2 Kings 4:12](../04/12.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
261	2KI	5	20	agk6		Look	This word is used here to draw someone’s attention to what is said next. Alternate translation: “Listen”
262	2KI	5	20	d3ge		has spared this Naaman the Aramean	Alternate translation: “has let Naaman the Aramean leave too easily”
263	2KI	5	20	zf65		by not receiving	Alternate translation: “by not accepting”
264	2KI	5	20	d1p9	figs-synecdoche	from his hands	Here Naaman is referred to by his hands to emphasize the act of giving. Alternate translation: “from him” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
265	2KI	5	20	bj14	figs-simile	As Yahweh lives	“As surely as Yahweh lives.” Here Gehazi compares the certainty that Yahweh is alive to the certainty of what he has decided to do. This is a way of making a solemn promise. Alternate translation: “As Yahweh lives, I promise” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
266	2KI	5	22	my23	figs-idiom	of the sons of the prophets	This does not mean that they were the sons of prophets, but rather, that they were a group of prophets. See how you translated this phrase in [2 Kings 2:3](../02/03.md). Alternate translation: “from among the prophets there” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
267	2KI	5	22	e1md	figs-explicit	Please give them a talent of silver and two changes of clothes	Gehazi is asking Naaman to give these things to him so that he can take them and give them to the prophets. Alternate translation: “Please give me a talent of sliver and two changes of clothes to give to them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
268	2KI	5	22	a896		See	This word is used here to draw someone’s attention to what is said next. Alternate translation: “Listen”
269	2KI	5	22	m6yl	translate-bweight	a talent of silver	This can be written in modern measurements. Alternate translation: “33 kilograms of silver” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bweight]])
270	2KI	5	23	eu8w	translate-bweight	two talents	This can be written in modern measurements. This talents are of silver. Alternate translation: “two talents of silver” or “66 kilograms of silver” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bweight]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-ellipsis]])
271	2KI	5	23	hvj3		laid them on two	Alternate translation: “gave them to”
272	2KI	5	23	dk33	figs-explicit	Naaman urged Gehazi	Naaman urged him to take gifts. Alternate translation: “Naaman urged Gehazi to take the gifts” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
273	2KI	5	25	g7mt		Your servant	Gehazi refers to himself here as Elisha’s servant.
274	2KI	5	26	vnd5	figs-rquestion	Was not my spirit with you when the man turned his chariot to meet you?	Elisha uses this rhetorical question to emphasize that Yahweh allowed him to see what Gehazi had done. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “You should have realized that my spirit could see you when Naaman stopped his chariot and talked to you.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
275	2KI	5	26	db2t	figs-rquestion	Is this a time to accept money … female servants?	Elisha uses this rhetorical question to emphasize that this is not the time take gifts. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “This is not the time to accept money … female servants.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
276	2KI	5	27	zy6v		the leprosy of Naaman will be on you and your descendants	This speaks of Gehazi and his descendant getting leprosy as if Naaman’s leprosy was taken from him and given to Gehazi. Alternate translation: “you and your descendants will have leprosy, just as Naaman had leprosy”
277	2KI	5	27	qcw4	figs-idiom	So Gehazi went out from his presence	The phrase “his presence” refers to the area where Elisha could see him. This means that he left the room where Elisha was. Alternate translation: “When Gehazi left the room, he was” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
278	2KI	5	27	j8kw	figs-simile	as white as snow	Leprosy makes skin white. Here Gehazi’s leprous skin is compared to the color of snow. Alternate translation: “with skin that was white like snow” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
279	2KI	6	intro	x6uv			# 2 Kings 6 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>The stories of Elisha’s miracles continue in this chapter. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/miracle]])<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>==Impossible actions ==<br>Elisha caused an iron ax head to float. He fooled the whole army of Aram that was sent to arrest him. When the king of Aram besieged the capital of Israel, the people became so hungry they started eating their children. Elisha told the king of Israel that there would be plenty of food the next day, but the king’s counselor said it was impossible.<br><br>## Important figures of speech in this chapter<br><br>### Rhetorical question<br>The king’s counselor expressed his unbelief in Elisha’s prophecy of plenty of food: “See, even if Yahweh should make windows in heaven, can this thing happen?” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]] and [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/believe]] and [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/heaven]])
280	2KI	6	1	u5ch	figs-idiom	The sons of the prophets	This does not mean that they were the sons of prophets, but rather, that they were a group of prophets. See how you translated this phrase in [2 Kings 2:3](../02/03.md). Alternate translation: “The group of prophets” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
281	2KI	6	2	g72i	figs-explicit	let us go to the Jordan	This refers to the area by the Jordan River. Alternate translation: “let us go beside the Jordan River” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
282	2KI	6	3	hhg8		your servants	Here one of the prophet refers to the of the sons of the prophets as Elisha’s servants to show him honor.
283	2KI	6	4	id1n		General Information:	Elisha goes with the prophets to cut trees.
284	2KI	6	5	bz3i		the ax head fell into the water	The ax head refers to the blade of the ax. This means that the ax head came loose from its the handle and fell into the water. Alternate translation: “the ax head separated from the handle and fell into the water”
285	2KI	6	5	aig1		Oh no	The man said this to show that he was upset and frustrated. If you have a way of expressing these emotions in your language, you can use it here.
286	2KI	6	5	e14a	figs-activepassive	it was borrowed	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “I borrowed it” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
287	2KI	6	6	b5x5		So the man of God said	Alternate translation: “So Elisha, the man of God, asked”
288	2KI	6	6	vgb6		He then cut off a stick, threw it in the water, and made the iron float	God uses Elisha to perform a miracle. The ax head rises to the surface of the water and it stays there so the prophet can pick it up.
289	2KI	6	6	q3qa		made the iron float	Alternate translation: “caused the iron to float”
290	2KI	6	6	tcc9		the iron	“the ax head.” The ax head was made of iron.
291	2KI	6	8	q2d7		Now the king of Aram was waging war against Israel	Alternate translation: “When the king of Aram was at war with Israel,”
292	2KI	6	8	qf7l		Now	This word is used here to mark a break in the main story line. Here the author starts to tell a new part of the story.
293	2KI	6	8	iyb8	figs-quotations	saying, “My camp will be in such and such a place	The king of Aram was telling his counselors where to set up the camp. Here the phrase “such and such” is a way to refer to the information of the location of the camp without writing it out. If this phase does not translate well into your language this may be written as indirect speech. Alternate translation: “and told them where his camp would be located” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-quotations]])
294	2KI	6	9	k7a6		the man of God	Alternate translation: “Elisha the man of God”
295	2KI	6	9	e7xw		Be careful not to pass that place, for the Arameans are going down there	Elisha knew the specific place that the Arameans were going to set up their camp and advised the king of Israel for his soldiers to avoid that area.
296	2KI	6	10	ta6i		to the place about which the man of God had spoken and warned him	This refers to the place that Elisha had warned the king about in [2 Kings 6:9](../06/09.md).
297	2KI	6	10	dp7h	figs-explicit	More than once or twice, when the king went there, he was on his guard	Elisha would warn the king of where the Aramean army would attack so that he could alert the people before the attack happened. Alternate translation: “Elisha warned the king of Israel in this way several times and the Israelites were able to stay safe” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
298	2KI	6	11	uas1	figs-rquestion	Will you not tell me who among us is for the king of Israel?	The king of Aram assumes there is a traitor among his soldiers who is giving information to the Israelite king. He uses this rhetorical question to try to find out who that traitor is. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “Tell me which of you is for the king of Israel!” or “Tell me which of you is revealing our plans to the king of Israel!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
299	2KI	6	11	i6k1	figs-idiom	is for the king of Israel	“To be for someone” means to be loyal to that person. In this case, it means that they would give information to help the king of Israel. Alternate translation: “is helping the king of Israel” or “is loyal to the king of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
300	2KI	6	12	j6i2	figs-explicit	No	The servant is saying that none of the king’s soldiers are giving information to the king of Israel. Alternate translation: “It is none of us” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
301	2KI	6	12	utm2		my master, king	This refers to the king of Aram.
302	2KI	6	12	kf93		the words that you speak in your own bedroom	Alternate translation: “what you say in the privacy of your own bedroom”
303	2KI	6	13	zc42	figs-metonymy	I may send men and capture him	The king plans to send the men to capture Elisha for him. The king does not plan to capture him himself. Alternate translation: “I may send men to capture him” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
304	2KI	6	13	dwq5		See	This word is used here to draw the king’s attention to what is said next. Alternate translation: “Listen”
305	2KI	6	13	j6jn		he is in Dothan	Alternate translation: “Elisha is in Dothan”
306	2KI	6	13	q8tp	translate-names	Dothan	This is the name of a city. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
307	2KI	6	14	m6bp		So the king	This refers to the king of Aram.
308	2KI	6	15	bva6		the man of God	Alternate translation: “Elisha” or “Elisha the man of God”
309	2KI	6	15	s75p		behold	The word “behold” here shows that the servant was surprised by what he saw.
310	2KI	6	15	ic1z		had risen early and gone outside, behold	Alternate translation: “got up early in the morning and went outside, and he saw”
311	2KI	6	15	nj18	figs-explicit	His servant said to him	The servant went back inside the house to tell Elisha what he had seen. Alternate translation: “The servant went back inside and said to Elisha” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
312	2KI	6	16	akl9	figs-idiom	those who are with us are more than those who are with them	“To be with someone” in battle means to fight for their side. Alternate translation: “those who are on our side in the battle are more than those who are on their side” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
313	2KI	6	17	lck2	figs-idiom	open his eyes that he may see	Elisha is asking that his servant may be able to see things that other people cannot see, namely the horses and chariots of fire that are around them. Alternate translation: “make him able to see” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
314	2KI	6	17	z4r5		he saw. Behold	Alternate translation: “he could see. What he saw was that”
315	2KI	6	17	z6di		Behold	The word “Behold” here shows that the servant was surprised by what he saw.
316	2KI	6	17	si9b		the mountain was full of horses	Alternate translation: “the mountainside was covered with horses”
317	2KI	6	17	qyw8	figs-metonymy	around Elisha	This refers to the city where Elisha is. Alternate translation: “around the city where Elisha was” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
318	2KI	6	18	a675		these people	This refers to the Aramean soldiers.
319	2KI	6	18	v378		Strike these people blind	“Cause these people to be blind!” This refers to Yahweh causing them to be unable to see clearly.
320	2KI	6	19	w7lp	figs-explicit	This is not the way, neither is this the city	Elisha confuses the Arameans by telling them that they are not at the city they are searching for. Alternate translation: “This is not the way, neither is this the city you are looking for” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
321	2KI	6	20	i4n4		It came about that	Alternate translation: “It happened that” or “Then,”
322	2KI	6	20	ns1b	figs-idiom	open the eyes of these men that they may see	Elisha is asking Yahweh to cause the men to see clearly again. Alternate translation: “allow these men to see” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
323	2KI	6	20	vd3f	figs-idiom	Yahweh opened their eyes and they saw	Yahweh allowed the men to see clearly again. Alternate translation: “Yahweh took away their blindness” or “Yahweh allowed them to see clearly” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
324	2KI	6	20	jcr4		behold	The word “behold” here shows that the Arameans were surprised by what they saw.
325	2KI	6	21	y74c		when he saw them	Alternate translation: “when he saw the Aramean soldiers”
326	2KI	6	21	r85j		My father	The king is speaking to Elisha the prophet and calling him “father” to show respect.
327	2KI	6	21	w4i5	figs-metonymy	should I kill them? Should I kill them?	Here the king of Israel is referring to his army as himself. Alternate translation: “Should I order my army to kill these enemy soldiers?” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
328	2KI	6	22	we2x		Elisha answered	Elisha was replying to the king of Israel’s question.
329	2KI	6	22	uvl9	figs-rquestion	Would you kill those whom you had taken captive with your sword and bow?	Elisha uses this rhetorical question to rebuke the king and tell him not to kill these men. The words “sword and bow” are a metonym for war in which soldiers use swords and bows and arrows. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “You would not kill men whom you had captured in war, so you should not kill these men.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
330	2KI	6	22	p6iq	figs-synecdoche	Put bread and water before them, that they may eat and drink	Here “bread” refers to food in general. Alternate translation: “Give them food to eat and water to drink” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
331	2KI	6	22	ga8c		go to their master	This refers to the king of Aram.
332	2KI	6	23	bl78	figs-metonymy	So the king prepared much food for them	The king ordered his servants to prepare the food. He did not prepare the food himself. Alternate translation: “Then the king ordered his servants to prepare a lot of food for them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
333	2KI	6	23	ssk3		Those bands	Alternate translation: “Those groups”
334	2KI	6	23	yc6t	figs-explicit	did not return for a long time into the land of Israel	This means that they did not attack Israel for a long time. Alternate translation: “stopped attacking the land of Israel for a long time” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
335	2KI	6	24	wce5	translate-names	Ben Hadad	The name of the king of Aram. His name means “son of Hadad.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
336	2KI	6	24	qq7j	figs-synecdoche	attacked Samaria	The king and his army attacked Samaria. Alternate translation: “they attacked Samaria” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
337	2KI	6	25	qv4k		Behold	The word “behold” here alerts us to pay attention to the surprising information that follows.
338	2KI	6	25	fhe7	figs-activepassive	a donkey’s head was sold for	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “a donkey’s head cost” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
339	2KI	6	25	w1hd	translate-numbers	eighty pieces of silver	“80 pieces of silver” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
340	2KI	6	25	zt5y	translate-bvolume	the fourth part of a kab	This can be written in modern measurements. Alternate translation: “a fourth part of a liter” or “a quarter of a liter” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bvolume]])
341	2KI	6	25	qsq1	translate-fraction	the fourth part	This is one part out of four equal parts. Alternate translation: “one fourth” or “a quarter” or “1/4” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-fraction]])
342	2KI	6	25	rs62	figs-ellipsis	dove’s dung for	The words “was sold for” are understood from the previous phrase. They can be repeated here. Alternate translation: “dove’s dung was sold for” or “dove’s dung cost” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-ellipsis]])
343	2KI	6	26	s9jn		was passing by on the wall	Alternate translation: “walking on top of the city wall”
344	2KI	6	26	ver8		my master	The woman referred to the king by this name to show him respect.
345	2KI	6	27	hhf3		He said	Alternate translation: “The king of Israel answered the woman,”
346	2KI	6	27	i7qs	figs-rquestion	If Yahweh does not help you, how can I help you?	The king uses this rhetorical question to tell the woman that he cannot help her. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “If Yahweh is not helping you, then I cannot help you.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
347	2KI	6	27	x15q	figs-rquestion	Is there anything coming from the threshing floor or winepress?	The king uses this rhetorical question to emphasize that there is no food available. Here the threshing floor refers to grain and the winepress refers to wine. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “There is nothing coming from the threshing floor or the winepress.” or “There is no food to harvest or any grapes to make wine to drink.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
348	2KI	6	28	ud9v		The king continued	“The king said.” This means that they continued talking.
349	2KI	6	29	x1zj		we boiled	Alternate translation: “we cooked”
350	2KI	6	30	b5qa	figs-metonymy	heard the words of the woman	The words “the words” are a metonym for what the woman said. Alternate translation: “heard the woman tell what she and the other woman had done” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
351	2KI	6	30	run8	translate-symaction	he tore his clothes	The king ripped his outer garment to show his distress. Alternate translation: “he tore his clothes in grief” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]])
352	2KI	6	30	ht3d		now he was passing by on the wall	He had been walking on the city wall when the woman called out to him in [2 Kings 6:24](../06/24.md). Now he continued walking along it.
353	2KI	6	30	ss3c	translate-symaction	he had sackcloth underneath, against his skin	By wearing sackcloth even for his undergarments, the king showed that he was very sad and upset. Alternate translation: “he had sackcloth underneath his outer garment, against his skin” or “he was wearing sackcloth underneath his robe because he was very upset” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]])
354	2KI	6	31	uj2p	figs-euphemism	May God do so to me, and more also	The king is saying he hopes God will punish him and even kill him if Elisha the prophet does not die because of the things that have happened in the city of Samaria. Alternate translation: “May God punish me and kill me” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
355	2KI	6	31	se8b	figs-explicit	if the head of Elisha son of Shaphat remains on him today	This refers to Elisha dying, specifically be being beheaded. Alternate translation: “if Elisha son of Shaphat is not beheaded today” or “if my soldiers do not behead Elisha son of Shaphat today” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
356	2KI	6	32	l5iz	figs-idiom	The king sent a man from before him	“To be before the king” means to be one of his servants. Alternate translation: “The king of Israel sent one of his servants as a messenger” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
357	2KI	6	32	q454	figs-explicit	when the messenger came to Elisha, he said to the elders	Here Elisha is speaking to the elders right before the king’s messenger arrived. Alternate translation: “when the messenger had almost arrived, Elisha said to the elders” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
358	2KI	6	32	n9c4	figs-rquestion	See how this son of a murderer has sent to take away my head?	Elisha uses this rhetorical question to draw attention to the kings messenger and to insult the king. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “See, this son of a murderer has sent someone to remove my head!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
359	2KI	6	32	vw57	figs-idiom	son of a murderer	This means that the king of Israel has the characteristics of a murderer. Alternate translation: “this man who is like a murderer” or “that murderer” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
360	2KI	6	32	evx7	figs-ellipsis	has sent to	It is understood that he sent a person. Alternate translation: “has sent someone to” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-ellipsis]])
361	2KI	6	32	xt8t	figs-euphemism	to take away my head	This means to behead him. Alternate translation: “to cut off my head” or “to behead me” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
362	2KI	6	32	nrb2		Look, when	Elisha uses this word here to draw the elder’s attention to what he says next. Alternate translation: “Listen to what I want you to do: when”
363	2KI	6	32	sy1a	figs-idiom	hold the door shut against him	If a door is shut against someone it means that it is closed and that they may not enter through it. Alternate translation: “hold the door shut so that he cannot come in” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
364	2KI	6	32	m2uv	figs-rquestion	Is not the sound of his master’s feet behind him?	Elisha uses this question to assure the elders that the king is coming not far behind him. This rhetorical question may be written as a statement. Alternate translation: “The sound of his master’s feet is right behind him.” or “The king will be coming along soon after he arrives.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
365	2KI	6	33	uca5		behold, the messenger	The word “behold” alerts us to the arrival of the messenger.
366	2KI	6	33	qg92	figs-explicit	the messenger came down to him	The messenger arrived, and so did the king, as Elisha had said he would. The phrase “came down to him” means that they arrived at the place where he was. Alternate translation: “the messenger and the king arrived” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
367	2KI	6	33	q6nq		Behold	Alternate translation: “Pay attention, because what I am about to say is both true and important”
368	2KI	6	33	hk72		this trouble	“Indeed, this trouble.” The word “behold” here adds emphasis to what follows. The phrase “this trouble” refers to the famine in Samaria and the suffering it caused.
369	2KI	6	33	txv7	figs-explicit	Why should I wait for Yahweh any longer?	This king use this rhetorical question to emphasize that he does not believe that Yahweh is going to help them. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “Why should I continue to wait for Yahweh to help us?” or “I will not wait any longer for help from Yahweh!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
370	2KI	7	intro	tr2p			# 2 Kings 7 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>The stories of Elisha’s miracles continue in this chapter. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/miracle]])<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Fear<br>God caused the army of Aram to hear the sound of an enormous army approaching so they all ran away leaving all their food behind.
371	2KI	7	1	tu65	figs-explicit	a measure of fine flour will be sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel	It is implied that the Israelites will be paying less money for these item than they had been. If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “people will sell a measure of fine flour for a shekel and two measures of barley for a shekel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
372	2KI	7	1	cq3p	translate-bvolume	a measure of fine flour … two measures of barley	Here the word “measure” translates the word “seah,” which is a unit of dry measurement equal to about 7 liters. Alternate translation: “7 liters of fine flour…14 liters of barley” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bvolume]])
373	2KI	7	1	y4hp	translate-bmoney	a shekel	A shekel is a unit of weight equal to about 11 grams. Alternate translation: “about 11 grams of silver” or “one silver coin” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bmoney]])
374	2KI	7	2	su6x	figs-metaphor	the captain on whose hand the king leaned	A high ranking captain who was the king’s personal assistant is spoken of as if he was a person on whom the king leaned his hand. Alternate translation: “the captain who was close to the king” or “the captain who was the king’s personal assistant” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
375	2KI	7	2	s4x6	figs-metaphor	even if Yahweh should make windows in heaven	Yahweh causing much rain to fall in order to make the crops grow is spoken of as if Yahweh were opening windows in heaven through which he pours down rain. Alternate translation: “even if Yahweh were to cause much rain to fall from heaven” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
376	2KI	7	2	wdq1	figs-rquestion	can this thing happen?	The captain asks this question to express his unbelief. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “this could never happen!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
377	2KI	7	2	wqh6	figs-synecdoche	you will watch it happen with your own eyes	The phrase “with your own eyes” emphasizes that the captain will certainly see the things that Elisha prophesied. Alternate translation: “you yourself will watch these things happen” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
378	2KI	7	2	d4g8		but you will not eat any of it	Alternate translation: “but you will not eat any of the flour or barely”
379	2KI	7	3	fjf7		Now	This word is used here to mark a break in the main story line. Here the writer starts to tell a new part of the story.
380	2KI	7	3	bwd4	figs-rquestion	Why should we sit here until we die?	Although there were four men, probably only one of them asks this question. The question is rhetorical and emphasizes that they should not do this. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “Certainly we should not sit here until we die” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
381	2KI	7	4	phg1		If they keep us alive, we will live, and if they kill us, we will only die	The four men with leprosy are saying that the Arameans might feed them so that they can live, or they might kill them, which would be no worse since they would die anyway.
382	2KI	7	5	s9aa		at twilight	This refers to the early evening after the sun has set, but before it is dark.
383	2KI	7	5	wz76		the outermost part	Alternate translation: “the edge”
384	2KI	7	6	mi4l		the Aramean army hear a noise of chariots, and a noise of horses—the noise of another large army	The soldiers of the Aramean army heard noises that sounded like a large army approaching to battle them. This was not an actual army, but the Lord had made them hear these sounds.
385	2KI	7	6	ue8p		they said to each other	Alternate translation: “the Aramean soldiers said to each other”
386	2KI	7	6	msm4	figs-synecdoche	the kings of the Hittites and Egyptians	Here the word “kings” represents the kings and their armies. Alternate translation: “the armies of the Hittites and the Egyptians” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
387	2KI	7	6	z55a		to come against us	Alternate translation: “to fight us” or “to attack us”
388	2KI	7	7	q69m		General Information:	This is what happened after the Lord caused the Aramean soldiers to think they heard a large enemy army approaching their camp.
389	2KI	7	7	nsr2		in the twilight	This refers to the early evening after the sun has set, but before it is dark.
390	2KI	7	8	pq49		plunder	This refers to items that a conquering army takes from another army that they have defeated. Here it refers to “silver and gold and clothes.”
391	2KI	7	9	rl1z		until daybreak	Alternate translation: “until morning”
392	2KI	7	9	bw6k	figs-metaphor	punishment will overtake us	Someone punishing the four men is spoken of as if punishment were a person who captures them. Alternate translation: “the people will punish us” or “someone will punish us” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-personification]])
393	2KI	7	9	mg3r	figs-metonymy	tell the king’s household	Here the word “household” represents the people who live in the king’s palace. Alternate translation: “tell the king and his people” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
394	2KI	7	10	n961	figs-explicit	as they were	The implicit information may be stated clearly. Alternate translation: “as they were when the soldiers were still there” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
395	2KI	7	11	c178	figs-activepassive	then it was told inside the king’s household	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “then people told it inside the king’s household” or “then people told it to the king and those in his palace” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
396	2KI	7	12	i2pp		have done to us	Alternate translation: “are planning to do to us” or “have done to deceive us”
397	2KI	7	12	w1yt		take them alive	This means that they would capture the people and not kill them.
398	2KI	7	13	sp83	figs-explicit	the horses that remain, which are left in the city	Many of the horses belonging to the Israelites had died because of the famine. The meaning of this can be made clear. Alternate translation: “the horses in the city that are still alive” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
399	2KI	7	13	gv7r	figs-explicit	see	The implicit information about what he wanted to see may be expressed clearly. Alternate translation: “see if what these lepers have said is true” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
400	2KI	7	14	ns26	figs-explicit	Go and see	The implicit information about what the king wanted them to see may be stated clearly. Alternate translation: “Go and see if what these lepers have said is true” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
401	2KI	7	15	zcq2		They went after them to the Jordan	Alternate translation: “They followed the path the Aramean army took all the way to the Jordan River”
402	2KI	7	15	l1aa	figs-hyperbole	all the road was full of clothes and equipment	This is an exaggeration that means the men saw these items scattered along the road as they traveled. Alternate translation: “there were clothes and equipment all along the road” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
403	2KI	7	16	e95z		plundered the camp	This refers to taking items from a defeated army.
404	2KI	7	16	pu67	figs-activepassive	So a measure of fine flour was sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “So people sold a measure of fine flour for a shekel and two measures of barley for a shekel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
405	2KI	7	16	eh13	translate-bvolume	a measure of fine flour … two measures of barley	Here the word “measure” translates the word “seah,” which is a unit of dry measurement equal to about 7 liters. Alternate translation: “7 liters of fine flour…14 liters of barley” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bvolume]])
406	2KI	7	16	pys5	translate-bmoney	a shekel	A shekel is a unit of weight equal to about 11 grams. Alternate translation: “about 11 grams of silver” or “one silver coin”(See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bmoney]])
407	2KI	7	16	tv5d	figs-metonymy	just as the word of Yahweh had said	Here “word” represents Yahweh. Alternate translation: “just as Yahweh had said” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
408	2KI	7	17	hws6	figs-metaphor	the captain on whose hand he had leaned	A high ranking captain who was the king’s personal assistant is spoken of as if he were a person on whom the king leaned his hand. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 7:2](../07/02.md). Alternate translation: “the captain who was close to the king” or “the captain who was the king’s personal assistant” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
409	2KI	7	17	r27e		trampled him down	The crowd of people were in such a rush to get to the food in the camp that they knocked over the man and trampled him to death.
410	2KI	7	18	a3ew	writing-endofstory	General Information:	In this verse, the writer summarizes what happened by repeating the events that he described in [2 Kings 7:1](../07/01.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-endofstory]])
411	2KI	7	18	ky49		About this time	Alternate translation: “About this time tomorrow”
412	2KI	7	18	y32g	translate-bvolume	two measures of barley … a measure of fine flour	Here the word “measure” translates the word “seah,” which is a unit of dry measurement equal to about 7 liters. Alternate translation: “14 liters of barley…7 liters of fine flour” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bvolume]])
413	2KI	7	18	kz43	translate-bmoney	a shekel	A shekel is a unit of weight equal to about 11 grams. Alternate translation: “about 11 grams of silver” or “one silver coin” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bmoney]])
414	2KI	7	19	n3ly	writing-endofstory	General Information:	In this verse, the writer summarizes what happened by repeating the events that he described in [2 Kings 7:2](../07/02.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-endofstory]])
415	2KI	7	19	g1xx		See	Alternate translation: “Look” or “Listen” or “Pay attention to what I am about to tell you”
416	2KI	7	19	gkc2	figs-metaphor	even if Yahweh should make windows in heaven	Yahweh causing much rain to fall in order to make the crops grow is spoken of as if Yahweh were opening windows in heaven through which he pours down rain. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 7:2](../07/02.md). Alternate translation: “even if Yahweh were to cause much rain to fall from heaven” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
417	2KI	7	19	k7aj	figs-rquestion	can this thing happen?	The captain asks this question to express his unbelief. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 7:2](../07/02.md). Alternate translation: “this could never happen!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
418	2KI	7	19	z799	figs-synecdoche	you will watch it happen with your own eyes	The phrase “with your own eyes” emphasizes that the captain will certainly see the things that Elisha prophesied. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 7:2](../07/02.md). Alternate translation: “you yourself will watch these things happen” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
419	2KI	7	19	e8ni		but you will not eat any of it	Alternate translation: “but you will not eat any of the flour or barley”
420	2KI	8	intro	bje7			# 2 Kings 8 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>The stories of Elisha’s miracles continue in this chapter. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/miracle]])<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Kings<br>Elisha told Hazael that he would be king of Aram. Jehoram became king of Judah. He was evil so Edom and Libna revolted and chose their own kings. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/evil]])
421	2KI	8	1	j132		Now	This word is used here to mark a break in the main story line. Here the author starts to tell a new part of the story.
422	2KI	8	1	uw76		the woman whose son he had restored to life	The story of this woman and her son is found at [2 Kings 4:8](../04/08.md).
423	2KI	8	1	d8nn		he had restored to life	Alternate translation: “he had caused to become alive again”
424	2KI	8	1	imp7		Arise, and go	To arise here is for a person to stop what he is doing and begin to do what he needs to do. Alternate translation: “Do as I say, and go”
425	2KI	8	2	j2gk		the woman arose and she obeyed the word of the man of God	To arise here is for a person to stop what he is doing and begin to do what he needs to do. She may have been standing when she heard Elisha speak and decided to go.
426	2KI	8	2	q2bu		the man of God	Alternate translation: “Elisha, the man of God”
427	2KI	8	3	u7ww		to the king	This refers to the king of Israel.
428	2KI	8	3	z25q	figs-explicit	for her house and for her land	While the woman was gone, her home and property were sieged. She is begging for them to be returned to her. The full meaning of this statement can be made clear. Alternate translation: “for her home and her property to be returned to her” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
429	2KI	8	4	a78n	writing-background	Now	This word is used here to mark a break in the main story line. Here the author tells us background information about what the king was doing when the woman arrived. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-background]])
430	2KI	8	5	dt7a		had restored to life the child who was dead	Alternate translation: “had caused the child who was dead to become alive again”
431	2KI	8	5	yfr8	figs-explicit	for her house and land	While the woman was gone, her home and property were sieged. She is begging for them to be returned to her. The meaning of this can be made clear. Alternate translation: “for her home and her property to be returned to her” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
432	2KI	8	6	zv9x	figs-explicit	about her son	This refers to the story of her son dying and Elisha bringing him back to life. The meaning of this statement can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “about what had happened to her son” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
433	2KI	8	6	lmk8	figs-metonymy	all the harvests of her fields	This metonym refers to the amount of money that the harvests of her fields were worth while she was away. Alternate translation: “all the profit from the harvests of her fields” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
434	2KI	8	7	e6xa	translate-names	Ben Hadad	This is the name of the king of Aram. His name means “son of Hadad.” See how you translated this man’s name in [2 Kings 6:24](../06/24.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
435	2KI	8	8	ds2t	translate-names	Hazael	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
436	2KI	8	8	q5ru	figs-synecdoche	Take a gift	Hazael was to take many gifts, not just one. Alternate translation: “take many gifts” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
437	2KI	8	8	gw6t	figs-idiom	in your hand	The phrase “in your hand” is an idiom meaning for him to take the gifts with him. Alternate translation: “with you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
438	2KI	8	8	weg2		the man of God	Alternate translation: “Elisha, the man of God”
439	2KI	8	8	ks64		consult with Yahweh through him, saying	Alternate translation: “ask Elisha to ask Yahweh”
440	2KI	8	9	bpb7		carried by forty camels	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “which forty camels carried”
441	2KI	8	9	n2g2	translate-numbers	forty camels	“40 camels” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
442	2KI	8	9	sg7r	figs-metaphor	Your son Ben Hadad king of Aram	Ben Hadad was not actually Elisha’s son, but Hazael called him that to show a close relationship between them. Alternate translation: “Ben Hadad, the king of Aram, who is like a son to you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
443	2KI	8	11	y1jt		until he was ashamed	Alternate translation: “until Hazael felt uncomfortable”
444	2KI	8	12	c1pw		my master	Hazael refers to Elisha this way to honor him.
445	2KI	8	12	k88j		Because I know	God has shown Elisha what will take place in the future.
446	2KI	8	12	cp79	figs-synecdoche	you will do	The word “you” represents Hazael and refers to himself and the soldiers under his control when he is king. Alternate translation: “you will cause to happen” or “you will order your soldiers” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
447	2KI	8	12	rs1h	figs-metonymy	You will set … you will kill	The word “you” represents Hazel but here refers to his soldiers and not to Hazael personally. Alternate translation: “You soldiers will set … your soldiers will kill” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
448	2KI	8	12	mwe9		dash in pieces their little ones	“crush their little children.” This is a brutal description of the soldiers killing children.
449	2KI	8	12	c5cf	figs-metonymy	kill their young men with the sword	This means that the men will be killed in battle. The sword was the main weapon used in battle. Alternate translation: “kill their young men in battle” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
450	2KI	8	12	m5j3	figs-explicit	rip open their pregnant women	Specifically this refers to tear open their stomachs. Alternate translation: “rip open the stomachs of their pregnant women with swords” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
451	2KI	8	13	t6fk	figs-rquestion	Who is your servant, that he should do this great thing?	Hazel refers to himself here as Elisha’s servant. Hazel uses this rhetorical question to emphasize that he does not think he could do the terrible things that Elisha has said. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “I could never do such great things!” or “Who am I, that I would have the power to do such things?” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
452	2KI	8	13	jrg4		this great thing	“this terrible thing.” Here the word “great” refers to something that has a large effect and is terrible.
453	2KI	8	13	pk37	figs-metaphor	He is only a dog	Hazael is talking about himself. He speaks of his low status and lack of influence by comparing himself to a dog. Here a dog represents a lowly animal. Alternate translation: “I am as powerless as a dog” or “I am as powerless as a lowly animal” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
454	2KI	8	14	u24x		came to his master	The phrase “his master” refers to Ben Hadad.
455	2KI	8	15	k77k	figs-explicit	face so that he died	This means that Ben Hadad suffocated under the wet blanket. The full meaning of this statement can be made clear. Alternate translation: “face. Ben Hadad was unable to breathe through it, and so he died” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
456	2KI	8	16	x6vk		General Information:	Jehoram becomes king of Judah.
457	2KI	8	16	twh9	figs-explicit	In the fifth year of Joram son of Ahab, king of Israel	This describes the time that Jehoram began to reign over Judah by stating how long Joram, the current king of Israel, had been reigning. Alternate translation: “In the fifth year that Jorman son of Ahab was king of Israel” or “In year five of the reign of Joram son of Ahab, king of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
458	2KI	8	16	th81	translate-ordinal	fifth year	“year 5” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
459	2KI	8	16	kr57		Jehoram began to reign	Jehoram, son of Jehoshaphat, became the king of Judah.
460	2KI	8	17	yy79	translate-numbers	thirty-two years old	“32 years old” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
461	2KI	8	18	n85x	figs-idiom	Jehoram walked in the ways of the kings of Israel	Here “walking” is an idiom that refers to how he lived and reigned as king. At this time in history, the recent kings of Israel had been evil kings. The full meaning of this statement can be made clear. Alternate translation: “Jehoram was an evil king, just as other kings of Israel who ruled before him had been” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
462	2KI	8	18	dj52	figs-metonymy	as the house of Ahab was doing	Here the “house” of Ahab refers to the members of Ahab’s family and his recent descendants. Ahab is Jehoram father-in-law. Alternate translation: “the same as the rest of the family of Ahab was doing” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
463	2KI	8	18	s1wc		for he had Ahab’s daughter as his wife	Jehoram had married king Ahab’s daughter.
464	2KI	8	18	p4ym	figs-metaphor	what was evil in Yahweh’s sight	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
465	2KI	8	19	j8s5	figs-metonymy	destroy Judah	Here “Judah” is a metonym for the people who live there. Alternate translation: “destroy the people of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
466	2KI	8	19	yb5a	figs-explicit	since he had told him that he would always give him descendants	“since Yahweh had told David that he would always give David descendants.” This refers to Yahweh’s promise to David that his descendants would always rule Judah. The full meaning of this statement can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “since he had told David that his descendants would always rule Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
467	2KI	8	20	g8i2		Edom revolted from under	Alternate translation: “Edom rebelled against”
468	2KI	8	20	lj7q	figs-metonymy	the hand of Judah	Here the word “hand” refers to the control of Judah, and “Judah” refers specifically to the king of Judah. Alternate translation: “the control of the king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
469	2KI	8	20	m55m		they set a king over themselves	Alternate translation: “they appointed a king to rule over themselves”
470	2KI	8	21	gqd7	figs-explicit	Then Jehoram crossed over	What was “crossed over” can be stated clearly. Alternate translation: “Then Jehoram crossed the enemy lines” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
471	2KI	8	22	bue7		General Information:	King Jehoram of Judah dies and his son Ahaziah becomes king.
472	2KI	8	22	tvz8		So Edom has been in rebellion against the rule of Judah to this present day	Alternate translation: “So after that, Edom was no longer controlled by Judah, and it is still like that”
473	2KI	8	22	za77	figs-metonymy	the rule of Judah	Here “Judah” refers to the king of Judah. Alternate translation: “the rule of the king of Judah” or “the authority of the king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
474	2KI	8	22	gu5q		to this present day	to the time that this book was written
475	2KI	8	22	c7ws	figs-explicit	Libnah also revolted at the same time	Libnah rebelled against the king of Judah just as Edom had. Alternate translation: “During that same time, Libnah also rebelled against the king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
476	2KI	8	22	ezk7	translate-names	Libnah	This is another city that was originally part of Judah. Here “Libnah” refers to the people who live there. Alternate translation: “the people of Libnah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
477	2KI	8	23	nxu4		As for the other matters concerning Jehoram, all that he did	Alternate translation: “To read more about the history of Jehoram and what he did,”
478	2KI	8	23	ys1v	figs-rquestion	are they not written … Judah?	This question is used to either inform or remind the readers that the information about Jehoram is in this other book. Alternate translation: “these things are written … Judah.” or “someone has written about them … Judah.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
479	2KI	8	24	a4g1	figs-euphemism	Jehoram rested with his fathers and was buried with them	Here “rested” is a polite way of referring to someone dying. After he died, his body was buried in the same place as the bodies of his forefathers. The phrase “was buried” can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: “Jehoram died as his ancestors had died, and they buried him with his ancestors” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
480	2KI	8	24	a8hw		Then Ahaziah his son became king in his place	Alternate translation: “Then Ahaziah, Jehoram’s son, became king after he died”
481	2KI	8	25	xk56		General Information:	Ahaziah becomes king of Judah.
482	2KI	8	25	f3kd	figs-explicit	In the twelfth year of Joram son of Ahab, king of Israel	This describes the time that Ahaziah began to reign as king of Judah by stating how long Joram, the current king of Israel, had reigned. Alternate translation: “in the twelfth year that Joram son of Ahab was king of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
483	2KI	8	25	x65c	translate-ordinal	twelfth year	“12th year” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
484	2KI	8	26	jxz8	translate-numbers	twenty-two years	“22 years” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
485	2KI	8	26	ja9u	translate-names	Athaliah … Omri	Athaliah is the name of a woman. Omri is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
486	2KI	8	27	tvy6	figs-idiom	Ahaziah walked in the ways of	Here “walking” refers his behavior or the way in which he lived. Alternate translation: “Ahaziah lived the same way as the others in” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
487	2KI	8	27	a5ad	figs-metonymy	the house of Ahab	Here the “house” of Ahab refers to his family. Alternate translation: “the family of Ahab” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
488	2KI	8	27	r7k2	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
489	2KI	8	27	h1s1	figs-explicit	a son-in-law to the house of Ahab	This explains Ahaziah’s family relationship to Ahab. Ahaziah’s father was married to Ahab’s daughter. The meaning of this can be made clear. Alternate translation: “the son of Ahab’s son-in-law” or “a grandson of King Ahab” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
490	2KI	8	28	hi68	figs-synecdoche	Ahaziah went with Joram son of Ahab, to fight against Hazael, king of Aram	The names of the three kings listed here are synecdoches and refer also to their armies that accompany them. Alternate translation: “Ahaziah’s army joined the army of King Joram of Israel to fight against the army of King Hazael of Aram” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
491	2KI	8	29	e1qq	figs-activepassive	to be healed	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “to heal” or “to recover” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
492	2KI	8	29	wi44	figs-synecdoche	against Hazael king of Aram	Here “Hazael” refers to himself and his army. Alternate translation: “the army of Hazael king of Aram” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
493	2KI	8	29	c1ui	figs-activepassive	Joram had been wounded	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “the Arameans had wounded Joram” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
494	2KI	9	intro	eu4t			# 2 Kings 9 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>The life of Elisha continues in this chapter.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### King Jehu<br>Elisha told a young prophet to go and tell Jehu that God had made him the new king. Jehu killed the kings of both Israel and Judah and Jezebel, the mother of the king. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/prophet]])
495	2KI	9	1	yn86	figs-idiom	the sons of the prophets	This does not mean that they were the sons of prophets, but rather, that they were a group of prophets. See how you translated this phrase in [2 Kings 2:3](../02/03.md). Alternate translation: “the group of the prophets” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
496	2KI	9	1	xc5s	figs-synecdoche	in your hand	The phrase “in your hand” refers to him taking the bottle with him. Alternate translation: “with you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
497	2KI	9	1	u975	translate-names	Ramoth Gilead	Translate the name of this city the same as you did in [2 Kings 8:28](../08/28.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
498	2KI	9	2	bsu9	translate-names	Jehu son of Jehoshaphat son of Nimshi	This means that Jehoshaphat is Jehu’s father and that Nimshi is Jehoshapat’s father. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
499	2KI	9	2	suq1		companions	These are the people with whom Jehu was sitting.
500	2KI	9	2	y74x		conduct him to	Alternate translation: “go along with him to” or “take him along to”
501	2KI	9	2	ycw4		an inner chamber	Alternate translation: “a private room”
502	2KI	9	5	s5qa		behold	The writer uses the word “behold” to direct attention to what follows. If you have a way of doing this in your language, you can use it here.
503	2KI	9	5	nk22	figs-explicit	the captains of the army were sitting	Jehu was sitting among the captains. You may introduce Jehu to the story line here if this is necessary in your language. Alternate translation: “Jehu and some other army officers were sitting together” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
504	2KI	9	5	y24h		To which of us	The word “us” refers to Jehu and the other army captains.
505	2KI	9	7	e949	figs-metonymy	I may avenge the blood of my servants the prophets, and the blood of all the servants of Yahweh	Here the “blood” of the prophets and the servants refers to their deaths. Alternate translation: “I may avenge the deaths of my servants the prophets and all the servants of Yahweh” or “so that I may punish them for murdering my servants the prophets and all the servants of Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
506	2KI	9	7	v3iw	figs-ellipsis	the blood	The understood verb may be supplied. Alternate translation: “avenge the blood” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-ellipsis]])
507	2KI	9	7	t494	figs-activepassive	who were murdered by the hand of Jezebel	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “whom Jezebel commanded her servants to murder” or “whose deaths were commanded by Jezebel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
508	2KI	9	7	f5vj	figs-metonymy	by the hand of Jezebel	This means that Jezebel commanded the people to be killed. Alternate translation: “by an order from Jezebel” or “by Jezebel’s command” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
509	2KI	9	8	xlv4	figs-euphemism	For the whole family of Ahab will perish, and I will cut off from Ahab every male child	Here to be “cut off” means to be killed. Alternate translation: “For the whole family of Ahab will perish, and I will cause every male child in his family to be killed” or “Every member of Ahab’s family will die, including every male child” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
510	2KI	9	8	nm7u	figs-synecdoche	every male child	This phrase is used to refer to every male, but it specifies “child” to emphasize that it includes children. Alternate translation: “every male” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
511	2KI	9	9	ev98	figs-explicit	I will make the house of Ahab like	This means that God will destroy Ahab and his family just as he destroyed Jeroboam and Baasha and their families. Alternate translation: “I will get rid of the house of Ahab like I got rid of” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
512	2KI	9	9	t27a	figs-metonymy	the house of	This phrase is used in this verse three times. Each time, the word “house” refers to the “family” of the man specified. Alternate translation: “the family of” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
513	2KI	9	9	xb8q	translate-transliterate	Nebat … Ahijah	These are the names of men. Translate the name “Nebat” the same as you did in [2 Kings 3:3](../03/03.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-transliterate]])
514	2KI	9	10	lvi6	figs-explicit	The dogs will eat Jezebel	This means that the dogs will eat her dead body. Alternate translation: “Dogs will eat the dead body of Jezebel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
515	2KI	9	11	b369		the servants of his master	This refers to the other officers who were serving King Ahab.
516	2KI	9	11	p1vq		mad fellow	Alternate translation: “crazy man”
517	2KI	9	11	g6by		You know the man and the kinds of things he says	Jehu says that he is a young prophet and they all are familiar with the kinds of things young prophets generally say. Alternate translation: “You know what kinds of things young prophets like him say”
518	2KI	9	12	vtu9		Tell us	Alternate translation: “Tell us what he said”
519	2KI	9	12	hqz3		He said this and that to me	Alternate translation: “He talked about some things”
520	2KI	9	13	zdb5	figs-explicit	took off his outer garment and put it under Jehu	In this culture, putting clothing on the ground was a way of honoring the king, so that his feet would not touch the dirty ground. Alternate translation: “took off their outer clothes and put them in front of Jehu for him to walk on” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
521	2KI	9	13	ex32	figs-synecdoche	They blew the trumpet and said	Not every man blew a trumpet. It is likely only one man blew a trumpet. Alternate translation: “One of them blew the trumpet and they all said” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
522	2KI	9	14	hv9p	translate-names	Nimshi	Translate the name of this man the same as you did in [2 Kings 9:2](../09/02.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
523	2KI	9	14	s5nw	writing-background	Now Joram	This word is used here to mark a break in the main story line. Here the author tells background information about how Joram was wounded and went to recover in Jezreel. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-background]])
524	2KI	9	14	pd6w	figs-synecdoche	all Israel	These refers only to the Israelite army and not to everyone who lives in Israel. Alternate translation: “he and his army” or “he and the Israelite army” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
525	2KI	9	14	w256	translate-names	Hazael	Translate the name of this man the same as you did in [2 Kings 8:8](../08/08.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
526	2KI	9	15	lga8	figs-activepassive	to be healed of	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “to recover from” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
527	2KI	9	15	py61	figs-explicit	the wounds that the Arameans had given him	This means that he was wounded in battle with the Arameans. Alternate translation: “wounds that Joram got during the battle with the Aramean army” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
528	2KI	9	15	v2kz	figs-synecdoche	against Hazael king of Aram	This refers to Hazael and his army. Alternate translation: “against Hazael king of Aram and his army” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
529	2KI	9	15	u6gv		Jehu said to the servants of Joram	This refers to the officers who were with Joram at Ramoth Gilead.
530	2KI	9	15	tk4f	figs-explicit	If this is your opinion	“If you are in agreement with me” Jehu uses this phrase to refer to if people are supportive of him being king and of his decisions. Alternate translation: “If you truly want me to be your king” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
531	2KI	9	15	a8i6	figs-explicit	in order to go tell this news in Jezreel	This refers to telling Joram and his army of Jehu’s plans. Alternate translation: “to warn king Joram and his army in Jezreel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
532	2KI	9	16	w7v3	writing-background	Now Ahaziah	The word “now” is used here to mark a break in the main story line. Here the author tells background information about Ahaziah visiting Joram. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-background]])
533	2KI	9	17	d5k3		watchman	guard
534	2KI	9	17	fqp2		the company of Jehu as he came at a distance	Alternate translation: “Jehu and his men as they were still far away”
535	2KI	9	18	v71n	figs-rquestion	What have you to do with peace?	Jehu uses this rhetorical question to tell the messenger that it is none of his concern if he comes in peace or not. Alternate translation: “It is not your concern if I have come in peace!” or “It is not for you to know if I have come in peace!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
536	2KI	9	18	a578		The messenger has met them, but he is not coming back	The watchman told King Joram that the man he sent out is not coming back with a reply to the king’s question.
537	2KI	9	19	pk6m		Then he sent out a second man on horseback, who came to them	Alternate translation: “Then king Joram sent a second messenger riding a horse, who went out to meet Jehu and his army”
538	2KI	9	19	c4nc	translate-ordinal	a second man	Joram had already sent one man. This was the next. Alternate translation: “another man” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
539	2KI	9	19	rg7f	figs-rquestion	What have you to do with peace?	Jehu uses this rhetorical question to tell the messenger that it is none of his concern if he comes in peace or not. See how you translated this question in [2 Kings 9:18](../09/18.md). Alternate translation: “It is not your concern if I have come in peace!” or “It is not for you to know if I have come in peace!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
540	2KI	9	20	dp92	figs-activepassive	For the way that the chariot is being driven is the way that Jehu son of Nimshi drives	This may be stated in active form. Alternate translation: “Because the driver of the chariot drives the same way that Jehu son of Nimshi drives” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
541	2KI	9	21	if9v		each in his chariot	Alternate translation: “each in his own chariot”
542	2KI	9	21	tg65		They found him at	Alternate translation: “When they reached Jehu, he was at”
543	2KI	9	21	q3cn	translate-names	Naboth	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
544	2KI	9	21	byn3	translate-names	Jezreelite	This refers to a person from Jezreel. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
545	2KI	9	22	uds6	figs-rquestion	What peace is there, when the idolatrous acts of prostitution and witchcraft of your mother Jezebel are so many?	Jehu uses this rhetorical question to state why he is not coming in peace. If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “There can be no peace as long as your mother Jezebel practices and promotes so much idolatry in the form of prostitution and witchcraft.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
546	2KI	9	23	nse3		turned his chariot and fled	Alternate translation: “turned his chariot around to try to flee”
547	2KI	9	23	nc8t		treachery	trickery or deception
548	2KI	9	24	zn2r		with his full strength	Alternate translation: “with all of his strength” or “with all of his power”
549	2KI	9	24	cdj4	figs-explicit	he sank down in his chariot	Joram died from being shot with arrow. Alternate translation: “Joram fell down dead in his chariot” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
550	2KI	9	25	w6pd	translate-names	Bidkar	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
551	2KI	9	25	ei1x		Pick him up and throw him	Alternate translation: “Pick up his dead body and throw it” or “Take his corpse and throw it”
552	2KI	9	25	mp87		Think about how	Alternate translation: “Remember”
553	2KI	9	25	t4d7	figs-explicit	after Ahab his father	This means that they rode in the chariot behind Ahab’s chariot. Alternate translation: “behind his father Ahab’s chariot” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
554	2KI	9	25	x3uz		Yahweh placed this prophecy against him	Alternate translation: “Yahweh spoke this prophecy against Ahab”
555	2KI	9	26	a9nj	figs-explicit	I will surely make you pay for it	This means that he will punish Ahab as he deserves for the evil he has done. Alternate translation: “I will give you what you deserve for the evil you have done” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
556	2KI	9	26	p73v		pick him up and throw him on this field	Alternate translation: “take Joram’s dead body and throw it into the field of Naboth”
557	2KI	9	26	y67y		according to the word of Yahweh	Alternate translation: “to fulfill the prophecy spoken to us”
558	2KI	9	27	gu34		General Information:	This is the account of what happened to Ahaziah, the king of Judah, after Jehu killed Joram.
559	2KI	9	27	z52z		saw this	Alternate translation: “saw what happened to Joram”
560	2KI	9	27	yl6p	translate-names	Beth Haggan … Gur … Ibleam … Megiddo	These are the names of places. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
561	2KI	9	27	z7k2	figs-activepassive	at the ascent of Gur	The word “ascent” means that they were going up hill while travelling on the road to Gur. Alternate translation: “on the road leading up to Gur” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
562	2KI	9	28	bl6s		his fathers	Alternate translation: “his ancestors”
563	2KI	9	29	dnx1	figs-explicit	in the eleventh year of Joram son of Ahab	This describes the time that Ahaziah began to reign by stating how long the current king of Israel had reigned. Alternate translation: “in the eleventh year that Joram son of Ahab was king of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
564	2KI	9	29	j1he	translate-ordinal	eleventh year	“11th year” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
565	2KI	9	30	fnb3		painted her eyes, arranged her hair	Alternate translation: “put on makeup, made her hair look nice”
566	2KI	9	31	fcb2	figs-rquestion	Are you coming in peace, you Zimri, your master’s murderer?	Jezebel uses this rhetorical question to accuse Jehu of not coming peacefully. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. Alternate translation: “You are certainly not coming in peace, you Zimri, your master’s murderer!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
567	2KI	9	31	p3ch	figs-metaphor	you Zimri, your master’s murderer	Here Jezebel calls Jehu “Zimri” to say that he is a murderer. Zimri was a commander of the army of Israel who murdered the king of Israel because he wanted to be king. Alternate translation: “you murdered your master, just like Zimri murdered his master” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
568	2KI	9	31	z2ve	translate-names	Zimri	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
569	2KI	9	32	pup7	figs-idiom	Who is on my side	To “be on someone’s side” means to be loyal to them and supportive of them. Alternate translation: “Who is loyal to me” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
570	2KI	9	33	v8nz		Throw her down	Jehu was telling the eunuchs to throw Jezebel out of the window.
571	2KI	9	33	fj4y	figs-euphemism	So they threw Jezebel down	The eunuchs threw Jezebel out of the high window and she died when she hit the ground. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
572	2KI	9	33	ip8k	figs-explicit	Jehu trampled her underfoot	This means that he drove his horses over her body. Alternate translation: “Jehu’s horses that were pulling his chariot trampled her body under their feet” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
573	2KI	9	34	p8vf	figs-idiom	See now to	The phrase “see now to” means to give your attention to whatever is specified. Alternate translation: “Now go to” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
574	2KI	9	34	dj2x	figs-explicit	for she is a king’s daughter	Since Jezebel was the daughter of a king, it was necessary to bury her properly. Alternate translation: “because she is a king’s daughter and therefore should be buried properly” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
575	2KI	9	35	v3xk		they found no more of her than	This can be stated in positive form. Alternate translation: “all they found that was left of her body were”
576	2KI	9	35	l1m8		the palms of her hands	The palm is the inner part of the hand.
577	2KI	9	36	pqz3	translate-names	the Tishbite	This refers to someone from the city of Tishbe. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 1:3](../01/03.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
578	2KI	9	37	kim4	figs-simile	the body of Jezebel will be like dung on the surface of the fields … so that no one will be able to say	This speaks of the pieces of Jezebel’s body being scattered in the field as if they were dung spread in the field. Since the pieces of her body were so small and spread out there was nothing that could be collected and buried. Alternate translation: “the pieces of Jezebel’s body will be scattered like dung in the fields … so that no one will be able to recognize them and say” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
579	2KI	9	37	xj6d		dung	manure, specifically dung used as a fertilizer
580	2KI	9	37	ayb5		so that no one will be able to say, “This is Jezebel.”	Alternate translation: “so that no one will be able to recognize her body.” or “so no one will be able to tell this was Jezebel.”
581	2KI	10	intro	abca			# 2 Kings 10 General Notes<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>God’s prophecy against the family of Ahab was fulfilled. Jehu killed all of Ahab’s descendants and all the worshipers of Baal. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/prophet]] and [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/fulfill]])
582	2KI	10	1	w4rf	translate-numbers	seventy descendants	“70 descendants” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
583	2KI	10	1	bud2	figs-metonymy	Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria	This means that Jehu sent a messenger to deliver the letters. Alternate translation: “Jehu wrote letters and sent a messenger to deliver them in Samaria” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
584	2KI	10	3	fdt6	figs-metonymy	set him on his father’s throne	Here, sitting on the king’s throne means to be appointed as king. Alternate translation: “make him king in his father’s place” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
585	2KI	10	3	x59q	figs-synecdoche	for your master’s royal line	“your master’s descendants.” Here the man that they selected to be king is referred to as Ahab’s royal line of descendants. Alternate translation: “to defend your master’s descendant” or “to defend him” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
586	2KI	10	4	m1vq		But they were terrified	Alternate translation: “Then they were very afraid”
587	2KI	10	4	h24j		the two kings	Alternate translation: “two kings, Joram and Ahaziah”
588	2KI	10	4	lh37		could not stand before Jehu	Here “stand” means to be able to endure under trouble. Alternate translation: “could not endure against Jehu” or “could not resist Jehu”
589	2KI	10	4	ymj8	figs-rquestion	So how can we stand?	The descendants use the rhetorical question to imply that they cannot stand against Jehu. Alternate translation: “We cannot stand against him either!” or “We cannot resist him either!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
590	2KI	10	5	imx5		the man who was over the city	Here to be “over” something means to have authority and responsibility over it. Alternate translation: “the man who was in charge of the city”
591	2KI	10	5	r52c	figs-explicit	they who raised the children	This refers to the people who raised the king’s children. Alternate translation: “they who raised the king’s children” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
592	2KI	10	5	h9q4	figs-metaphor	Do what is good in your eyes	Here Jehu’s “eyes” refer to his “sight.” His “sight” refers to what he thinks. Alternate translation: “Do what you judge to be right” or “Do whatever you think is the best” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
593	2KI	10	6	sb9l	translate-ordinal	wrote a letter the second time to them	Joram had written one letter. This was the next. Alternate translation: “again wrote a letter to them” or “wrote another letter to them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
594	2KI	10	6	c3rg	figs-idiom	on my side	To “be on someone’s side” means to be loyal to them and supportive of them. Alternate translation: “loyal to me” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
595	2KI	10	6	g3if		listen	to hear and obey
596	2KI	10	6	hjr8	figs-metonymy	to my voice	Here Jehu’s “voice” refer to what he says. Alternate translation: “to what I say” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
597	2KI	10	6	hij4	figs-explicit	you must take the heads … and come to me	It is implied that they are to bring the heads of the Ahab’s descendant and present them to Jehu. Alternate translation: “you must take the heads … and bring them to me” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
598	2KI	10	6	v7id	figs-euphemism	you must take the heads of the men of your master’s descendants	This refers to killing them and removing their heads. Alternate translation: “kill your master’s descendants and cut off their heads” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
599	2KI	10	6	qps2	translate-numbers	seventy in number	“70 in number” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
600	2KI	10	6	xl7y	figs-idiom	who were bringing them up	This means that they were supervising them and teaching them. Alternate translation: “who were raising them” or “who were supervising them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
601	2KI	10	7	by3v	translate-numbers	seventy persons	“70 persons” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
602	2KI	10	7	dj3k	figs-metonymy	sent them to Jehu	This means that they sent people to deliver the baskets to Jehu. Alternate translation: “sent people to take them to Jehu” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
603	2KI	10	8	jl7j		of the king’s sons	Alternate translation: “of Ahab’s descendants”
604	2KI	10	9	r1rc		Jehu went out and stood	Alternate translation: “Jehu went to the city gate and stood before the people”
605	2KI	10	9	k9nc	figs-explicit	You are innocent	It can be stated clearly what they were innocent of. This could mean: (1) Alternate translation: “You are innocent of what happened to Joram” or (2) this means that they are not held responsible for the deaths of Joram’s family. Alternate translation: “You are innocent of what happened to Joram and his family” or “You are innocent of this matter” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
606	2KI	10	9	dic5		See	Jehu uses this word here to draw the peoples’ attention to what he says next. Alternate translation: “Listen” or “Hear my words”
607	2KI	10	9	apq9	figs-rquestion	but who killed all these?	Jehu uses a rhetorical question to cause the people to think deeply about the situation. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. This could mean: (1) Alternate translation: “but the men of Samaria are responsible for killing Ahab’s 70 descendants” or (2) Alternate translation: “but it was Yahweh’s will for these men to die” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
608	2KI	10	10	tky4		certainly realize	Alternate translation: “understand” or “be aware of the fact that”
609	2KI	10	10	qm1a	figs-metaphor	no part of Yahweh’s word … will fall to the ground	This speaks of everything happening that Yahweh has said will happen as if it were something that did not die and fall to the ground. Alternate translation: “No part of Yahweh’s word … will fail” or “every part of Yahweh’s word … will happen” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
610	2KI	10	10	dxa2	figs-metaphor	Yahweh has done	This speaks of Yahweh causing Ahab’s descendants to be killed as if he killed them himself. Alternate translation: “Yahweh has caused to happen” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
611	2KI	10	11	q6ub	figs-metonymy	So Jehu killed all … and his priests	Jehu did not kill all of these people personally, rather he commanded for them to be killed. Alternate translation: “So Jehu commanded for all … to be killed” or “So Jehu commanded for all … to die” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
612	2KI	10	11	yv9x		all who remained	Alternate translation: “all who were alive” or “all who were left”
613	2KI	10	11	m7rb	figs-euphemism	until none of them remained	This means that they had all been killed. Alternate translation: “until all of them had been killed” or “until all of them were dead” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
614	2KI	10	12	s861	translate-names	Beth Eked of the shepherd	This was the name of a place where sheep were sheared. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
615	2KI	10	13	h9iy		going down to greet	Alternate translation: “going to visit”
616	2KI	10	13	w59s		the children of the king	Alternate translation: “the children of King Joram”
617	2KI	10	14	rz36	figs-idiom	Take them alive	This means to capture them, but not to kill them. Alternate translation: “Seize them” or “Capture them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
618	2KI	10	14	v6f8		So they took them alive	Alternate translation: “So they captured them”
619	2KI	10	14	q8s9	translate-numbers	forty-two men	“42 men” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
620	2KI	10	14	b7wx		He did not leave any of them alive	This can be stated in positive form. Alternate translation: “He killed all of them”
621	2KI	10	15	hcx6	translate-names	Jehonadab son of Recab	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
622	2KI	10	15	fmq7	figs-metonymy	Is your heart with me, as my heart is with yours?…“It is.”	Here a person’s “heart” refers to their loyality. If a person’s loyalty is “with someone,” it means that they are loyal to that person. Alternate translation: “Will you be loyal to me, as I will be loyal to you?…‘I will.’” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
623	2KI	10	15	xmz8	translate-symaction	If it is, give me your hand	“If so, put your hand in mine” or “If so, let us shake hands” In many cultures, when two people shake hands, it confirms their agreement. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]])
624	2KI	10	16	rl1m	figs-abstractnouns	see my zeal	The word “zeal” may be expressed as an adjective. Alternate translation: “see how zealous I am” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])
625	2KI	10	17	kbl6		royal line	Alternate translation: “entire royal family”
626	2KI	10	17	st48	figs-activepassive	just as was told them before by the word of Yahweh, which he had spoken to Elijah	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “to fulfill the prophecy that Elijah had spoken, which Yahweh gave to him” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
627	2KI	10	18	da4q		gathered all the people together	Alternate translation: “called all the people and had them come to where he was”
628	2KI	10	18	gl45		all the people together	Alternate translation: “all the people of Samaria”
629	2KI	10	18	yq9j		serve him much	Alternate translation: “serve him much more than Ahab”
630	2KI	10	19	qw51		Let no one be left out	Alternate translation: “Do not leave anyone out”
631	2KI	10	19	r6m8	figs-explicit	Whoever does not come will not live	This means that if they do not come they will be executed. Alternate translation: “We will execute anyone who does not come” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
632	2KI	10	20	h3ia	figs-idiom	Set a time	This means to designate and prepare a period of time for something. In this case they were to prepare for an assembly for Baal. Alternate translation: “Prepare” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
633	2KI	10	21	g86v	figs-explicit	Then Jehu sent	This means that he sent messengers to take this message throughout the land. Alternate translation: “Then Jehu sent messengers” or “Then Jehu sent the message” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
634	2KI	10	21	sj5t	figs-doublenegatives	so that there was not a man left who did not come	This can be stated in positive form. Alternate translation: “so that every worshiper of Baal was there” or “so that every man came” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublenegatives]])
635	2KI	10	21	uy4m	figs-activepassive	it was filled	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “they filled it” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
636	2KI	10	22	d5j3	figs-idiom	who kept the priest’s wardrobe	Here “to keep” something means to care for it and oversee it. Alternate translation: “who was in charge of the priest’s wardrobe” or “who cared for the priest’s wardrobe” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
637	2KI	10	23	hbh1		he said to the worshipers of Baal	Alternate translation: “Jehu said to the people who were in the temple to worship Baal”
638	2KI	10	23	p3nc		but the worshipers of Baal alone	Alternate translation: “but that only worshipers of Baal are here”
639	2KI	10	24	qp6c	figs-metonymy	If any of the men whom I bring into your hands escapes	Here the “hands” of the men refer to their “control.” By being stationed around the temple they were in control of the situation and it was up to them whether people were able to escape or not. Alternate translation: “If any of these men that I brought into your control escapes” or “If any of the men that are inside gets away” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
640	2KI	10	24	vh3i		whoever lets that man escape, his life will be taken for the life of the one who escaped	Alternate translation: “we will kill the man who let him escape”
641	2KI	10	24	tel9	figs-activepassive	his life will be taken	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. This is a polite way to refer to a person being killed. Alternate translation: “we will take his life” or “we will kill him” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
642	2KI	10	24	e792	figs-metonymy	for the life of the one	“in exchange for the life of the man.” Here this man is referred to by his “life” to emphasize that he did not die. Alternate translation: “for the man” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
643	2KI	10	25	qf9l	figs-explicit	he said to the guard and to the captains	You may need to state that Jehu came out of the temple before he spoke to the guard. Alternate translation: “he went back outside of the temple of Baal and said to the guards and captains” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
644	2KI	10	25	t2x5	figs-synecdoche	with the edge of the sword	The men used swords to kill the worshipers of Baal. This phrase refers to their swords. Alternate translation: “with their swords” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
645	2KI	10	25	pcm3	figs-explicit	threw them out	This means that threw the dead bodies of the people out of the temple. Alternate translation: “threw their dead bodies out of the temple” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
646	2KI	10	27	g8xj		made it a latrine	“made it a public toilet” A latrine is a bathroom, or a toilet area, usually for a camp or buildings used to house soldiers.
647	2KI	10	27	zr1r	figs-idiom	which it is to this day	This means that something has remained in a certain condition until the present time. Alternate translation: “and since then it has always been that way” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
648	2KI	10	29	b11b	figs-metaphor	did not leave the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat	This speaks of Jehu committing the same sins that Jeroboam committed, as if Jeroboam’s sins were a place that Jehu did not leave. Alternate translation: “did not stop committing the kinds of sins that Jeroboam son of Nebat had committed” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
649	2KI	10	29	yas2	translate-names	Nebat	See how you translated this man’s name in [2 Kings 3:3](../03/03.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
650	2KI	10	30	l9pm		in executing	Alternate translation: “in carrying out” or “in accomplishing”
651	2KI	10	30	qe59	figs-metaphor	what was right in my eyes	The eyes represent seeing, and seeing represents thoughts or judgment. Alternate translation: “what I judge to be right” or “what I consider to be right” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
652	2KI	10	30	v6lk	figs-metonymy	the house of Ahab	Here Ahab’s “house” refers to his “family.” Alternate translation: “the family of Ahab” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
653	2KI	10	30	ufu9	figs-metonymy	all that was in my heart	Here the “heart” represents “desire.” Alternate translation: “all that I desired for you to do” or “all that I wanted you to do” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
654	2KI	10	30	t8ua	figs-metonymy	sit on the throne	Sitting on the throne represents ruling as king. Alternate translation: “be the kings” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
655	2KI	10	30	e1jz	translate-ordinal	to the fourth generation	This refers to his son, grandson, great-grandson, and great-great-grandson. Alternate translation: “to the 4th generation” or “for four more generations” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
656	2KI	10	31	t6dt	figs-idiom	Jehu took no care to walk in the law of Yahweh	Here “walking” refers to “living.” Alternate translation: “Jehu was not careful to live according to the law of Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
657	2KI	10	31	k8mn	figs-metonymy	with all his heart	Here the “heart” refers to a person’s will and desire. Alternate translation: “in everything that he did” or “with all of his will” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
658	2KI	10	31	dsa7	figs-idiom	He did not turn away from the sins of Jeroboam	To “turn away” from something means to stop doing it. Alternate translation: “Jehu did not stop from sinning in the same ways as Jeroboam” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
659	2KI	10	32	v39i		began to cut off regions from Israel	Alternate translation: “began to cause the territory controlled by Israel to become smaller”
660	2KI	10	32	lup5		regions	areas of land
661	2KI	10	32	nr1q	figs-synecdoche	Hazael defeated	Here “Hazael” refers to himself and his army. Alternate translation: “Hazael and his army” or “King Hazael’s Aramean army” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
662	2KI	10	32	ar6f	translate-names	Hazael	See how you translated this king’s name in [2 Kings 8:8](../08/08.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
663	2KI	10	33	n3me		from the Jordan eastward	Alternate translation: “from the land east of the Jordan”
664	2KI	10	33	ef2f	translate-names	Aroer … Bashan	These are all names of places. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
665	2KI	10	33	u9im	translate-names	the Arnon	“the Arnon River” This is the name of a river. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
666	2KI	10	34	dhn9	figs-rquestion	are they not written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel?	This rhetorical question can be written as a statement. See how this phrase is translated in [2 Kings 1:18](../01/18.md). Alternate translation: “they are written in the book of the history of the kings of Israel.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
667	2KI	10	35	ka9p	figs-euphemism	Jehu slept with his ancestors, and they buried him in Samaria	This means that Jehu died. This speaks of him being buried where his ancestors were buried as if he were sleeping with them. Alternate translation: “Jehu died and they buried him in Samaria, where they had also buried his ancestors” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
668	2KI	10	35	g2qi	translate-names	Jehoahaz	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
669	2KI	10	36	m23h		The time that Jehu reigned over Israel in Samaria was twenty-eight years	Alternate translation: “Jehu reigned over Israel in Samaria for twenty-eight years”
670	2KI	10	36	e9ns	translate-numbers	twenty-eight years	“28 years” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
671	2KI	11	intro	abcb			# 2 Kings 11 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>This chapter is the beginning of the story of the spiritual revival in Judah under Joash. The people returned to properly worshiping Yahweh. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/spirit]])<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Athaliah’s evil actions<br>The mother of the king of Judah, Athaliah, killed all the royal children so that she could rule. She was not able to kill the baby Joash because his aunt hid him in the temple. When Joash was seven years old, the chief priest conspired with the army and made Joash king. They killed Athaliah and destroyed the temple of Baal. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/temple]])
672	2KI	11	1	q8ru	translate-names	Athaliah	This is the name of a woman. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
673	2KI	11	1	ed43		saw that her son was dead	Alternate translation: “became aware that her son was dead”
674	2KI	11	1	vmz8	figs-explicit	she arose and killed all the royal children	Athaliah did not personally kill the children. Alternate translation: “she commanded her servants to kill all the members of Ahaziah’s family who might become king” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
675	2KI	11	2	e2rn		took Joash son of Ahaziah, and hid him away from among the king’s sons who were killed, along with his nurse; she put them into a bedroom. They hid him from Athaliah so that he was not killed.	Alternate translation: “took Ahaziah’s very young son Joash and hid him and his nursemaid in a bedroom in the temple. So he was not killed”
676	2KI	11	2	ys17	translate-names	Jehosheba	This is the name of a woman. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
677	2KI	11	2	b2rw		Joash	This is the name of a man.
678	2KI	11	3	x9bc	figs-activepassive	He remained with her six years, hidden in the house of Yahweh, while Athaliah reigned over the land	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “Joash and Jehosheba hid him in the house of Yahweh for six years while Athaliah ruled the land” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
679	2KI	11	3	sm9g	figs-metonymy	land	This is a metonym for the people who live in the land. Alternate translation: “people of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
680	2KI	11	4	qlj7		Connecting Statement:	This continues the story of what happens after Joash, the son of King Azahiah, was hidden in the temple after all King Azahiah’s other descendants were killed.
681	2KI	11	4	lft4	translate-numbers	In the seventh year	“In the seventh year of Athaliah’s reign” or “In year 7 of Athaliah’s reign” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
682	2KI	11	4	n18c	translate-names	Jehoiada	the high priest (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
683	2KI	11	4	f6wi	translate-numbers	the commanders of hundreds	The phrases “commander of hundreds” is probably an official title for a military officer. This could mean: (1) the word “hundreds” represents the exact amount of soldiers that each of these commanders led. Alternate translation: “the commanders of 100 soldiers” or (2) the word translated as “hundreds” does not represent an exact number, but is the name of a military division. Alternate translation: “the commanders of military divisions” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
684	2KI	11	4	pvj6		Carites	This is the name of a particular group of the royal guards.
685	2KI	11	4	dar3		brought them to himself	“had them come to meet with him.” Jehoiada, the high priest, had these military men report to him at the temple.
686	2KI	11	4	ycq8		Then he showed them the king’s son	Jehoiada revealed to them that Joash, King Azahiah’s son, was still alive.
687	2KI	11	7	z17v	figs-explicit	for the king	They were to keep watch for the purpose of protecting the king from harm. Alternate translation: “in order to protect King Joash” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
688	2KI	11	8	jp1k		Whoever enters within your ranks	“Anyone who tries to go past you while you are protecting King Joash.” A rank refers to a line of soldiers.
689	2KI	11	8	d88v	figs-activepassive	let him be killed	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “you must kill him” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
690	2KI	11	8	ck5g	figs-merism	You must stay with the king when he goes out, and when he comes in	These two opposite things are a merism that refers to everything the king does. Alternate translation: “You must stay near the king at all times” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-merism]])
691	2KI	11	9	ry72	translate-numbers	the commanders of hundreds	The phrase “commander of hundreds” is probably an official title for a military officer. This could mean: (1) the word “hundreds” represents the exact amount of soldiers that each of these commanders led. Alternate translation: “the commanders of 100 soldiers” or (2) the word translated as “hundreds” does not represent an exact number, but is the name of a military division. Alternate translation: “the commanders of military divisions” See how you translated this in [2 Kings 11:4](../11/04.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
692	2KI	11	9	duu3		Each one	Alternate translation: “Each commander”
693	2KI	11	10	jsa1		were in the house of Yahweh	Alternate translation: “were stored in the temple”
694	2KI	11	11	tzd5		from the right side of the temple to the left side, near the altar and the temple	Some versions translate the first two occurrences of “temple” as “palace.” These versions say, “from the right side of the palace to the left side of the palace, near the altar and the temple.”
695	2KI	11	12	bh8m		brought out the king’s son Joash	Jehoiada, the high priest, brought king Ahaziah’s son, Joash, out from the temple apartment where he had been raised in hiding.
696	2KI	11	12	i4yu		gave him the covenant decrees	Alternate translation: “presented him with the book of the law”
697	2KI	11	12	z9x3	translate-symaction	anointed him	The priest poured olive oil on the head of Joash as a symbol that he was now the king. Alternate translation: “poured some olive oil on Joash’s head” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]])
698	2KI	11	12	sz23		clapped their hands	Clapping their hands was a sign of the happiness of the people at the anointing of the new king.
699	2KI	11	13	xrt9		the noise of the guard	This refers to the noise made by all the soldiers.
700	2KI	11	13	c8pr		she came to the people in the house of Yahweh	Alternate translation: “she came to where the people had gathered at the temple”
701	2KI	11	14	ty2h		She looked, and, behold, the king was standing	Alternate translation: “When she arrived, she was surprised to see King Joash standing”
702	2KI	11	14	tnu7		by the pillar	Alternate translation: “by one of the pillars of the temple”
703	2KI	11	14	le1p		as the custom was	Alternate translation: “which was the usual place for the king to stand”
704	2KI	11	14	xwj4		the trumpeters	Alternate translation: “the people who played the trumpets”
705	2KI	11	14	kxx4	translate-symaction	Athaliah tore her clothes	She tore her clothes to express that she was very upset and angry. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]])
706	2KI	11	14	tc82		Treason! Treason!	Alternate translation: “You are traitors! You have betrayed me!”
707	2KI	11	15	y8gb	translate-numbers	the commanders of hundreds	The phrase “commander of hundreds” is probably an official title for a military officer. This could mean: (1) the word “hundreds” represents the exact amount of soldiers that each of these commanders led. Alternate translation: “the commanders of 100 soldiers” or (2) the word translated as “hundreds” does not represent an exact number, but is the name of a military division. Alternate translation: “the commanders of military divisions” See how you translated this in [2 Kings 11:4](../11/04.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
708	2KI	11	15	i3h1		Bring her out between the ranks	“Take her away between two rows of guards” or “Lead her away with a row of soldiers on each side of her.” Ranks are lines or rows of soldiers.
709	2KI	11	15	f3f3	figs-explicit	Anyone who follows her	It is implied that a person who followed her would be trying to help her. Alternate translation: “Anyone who follows to try to rescue her” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
710	2KI	11	16	x4a6		they seized her as she reached the place where the horses enter the palace grounds	Some versions translate this as “the guards seized her and took her to the palace, to the place where horses enter the courtyard.”
711	2KI	11	17	uxx6		also between the king and the people	Alternate translation: “also made a covenant between the king and the people”
712	2KI	11	18	qgd8	figs-hyperbole	all the people of the land	This is a generalization to show that a large group of people tore down the temple of Baal. Alternate translation: a large number of the people of the land” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
713	2KI	11	18	tn2k		the house of Baal	Alternate translation: “the temple of Baal”
714	2KI	11	18	qky4	translate-names	Mattan	This is the name of a male priest. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
715	2KI	11	19	u5jn		General Information:	They take the new king, Joash, from the temple to the palace.
716	2KI	11	19	u1k5	translate-numbers	the commanders of hundreds	The phrase “commander of hundreds” is probably an official title for a military officer. This could mean: (1) the word “hundreds” represents the exact amount of soldiers that each of these commanders led. Alternate translation: “the commanders of 100 soldiers” or (2) the word translated as “hundreds” does not represent an exact number, but is the name of a military division. Alternate translation: “the commanders of military divisions” See how you translated this in [2 Kings 11:4](../11/04.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
717	2KI	11	19	yh95		Carites	This is the name of a particular group of the royal guards.
718	2KI	11	19	j4wu		brought down the king from the house of Yahweh and they went into the king’s house	Alternate translation: “brought the king from the temple to the palace”
719	2KI	11	20	hz2a	figs-hyperbole	all the people of the land rejoiced	This is a generalization. It is possible that some did not rejoice. Alternate translation: “many people in the land rejoiced” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
720	2KI	11	20	y27g		the city was quiet	Alternate translation: “the city was calm” or “the city was peaceful”
721	2KI	11	21	pit8	translate-numbers	Joash was seven years old	“Joash was 7 years old” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
722	2KI	12	intro	abcc			# 2 Kings 12 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>This chapter is the end of the story of the revival in Judah under Joash.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Temple<br>Joash repaired the temple. In many ways, the temple represents the relationship between the people and Yahweh. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/temple]])
723	2KI	12	1	ze1f	translate-numbers	In the seventh year of Jehu	“During year 7 of the reign of Jehu over Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
724	2KI	12	1	d8af		the reign of Joash began	Alternate translation: “Joash began to reign over Judah”
725	2KI	12	1	rhb3	translate-names	Zibiah	This was the name of a woman. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
726	2KI	12	1	j5kp		Zibiah, of Beersheba	Alternate translation: “Zibiah, from the city of Beersheba”
727	2KI	12	2	ef2r	figs-metaphor	what was right in the eyes of Yahweh	The eyes represent seeing, and seeing represents thoughts or judgment. Alternate translation: “what Yahweh judges to be right” or “what Yahweh considers to be right” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
728	2KI	12	2	zt6j		instructing him	Alternate translation: “teaching him”
729	2KI	12	3	wpe8	figs-activepassive	But the high places were not taken away	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “But the people did not destroy the high places” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
730	2KI	12	3	u656	figs-explicit	The people still sacrificed and burned incense on the high places	Yawheh forbid the people to worship at these place. This can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “The people continued to go to places that were unacceptable to Yahweh, to make sacrifices and burn incense” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
731	2KI	12	4	spc4		the money that is brought in as sacred offerings into the house of Yahweh	This refers to money that people gave to support the temple. This money came in three forms that are described in the rest of the sentence.
732	2KI	12	6	zsi3		by the twenty-third year of King Joash	Alternate translation: “when Joash had been king for twenty three years”
733	2KI	12	7	pm11	figs-rquestion	Why have you not repaired anything in the temple?	Joash asks this question to rebuke the priests. Alternate translation: “You should have been repairing the temple!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
734	2KI	12	7	jj8t		give it to those who can make the repairs	Alternate translation: “pay workers who will do the repairs”
735	2KI	12	9	c517		Instead, Jehoiada	Alternate translation: “Instead of the priests collecting the money, Jehoiada”
736	2KI	12	9	zfe8		on the right side as one comes into the house of Yahweh	Alternate translation: “on the right side of the entrance to the temple”
737	2KI	12	9	sf7a		put into it	Alternate translation: “put into the chest” or “put in the box”
738	2KI	12	9	fa63	figs-activepassive	the money that was brought	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “the money that people brought” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
739	2KI	12	10	qbt6		put the money in bags and then count it	Many versions put this in a more logical order such as “count the money and put it in bags.”
740	2KI	12	10	dcd8		put the money in bags	This could mean: (1) “put the money in bags” or (2) “tied up the money in bags” .
741	2KI	12	10	ri1a		the money found	Alternate translation: “the money that they found in the chest”
742	2KI	12	11	fj3g		weighed out	Alternate translation: “counted”
743	2KI	12	11	uk5g	figs-synecdoche	into the hands of men	Here “hands” refers to the men. Alternate translation: “to men” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
744	2KI	12	11	ldg6		who took care of the temple	Alternate translation: “who repaired the temple”
745	2KI	12	11	stw3		carpenters	people who build and repair things made of wood
746	2KI	12	12	ccn6		masons	people who build with stone
747	2KI	12	12	l79i		stonecutters	people who cut stones into the correct size and shape
748	2KI	12	12	nj3x		for buying timber and cutting stone	Alternate translation: “to buy wood and to cut stone”
749	2KI	12	12	azk6		for all that was needed to be paid to repair it	Alternate translation: “to pay for all of the needed repairs”
750	2KI	12	13	v3c8		did not pay to make for it any	Alternate translation: “was not spent to pay for any of the temple’s”
751	2KI	12	13	al8w		silver cups, lamp trimmers, basins, trumpets, or any gold or silver furnishing	These are items that would have been used by the priests for various temple tasks, such as sacrifices or festivals.
752	2KI	12	15	yl27	figs-activepassive	they did not require the money paid for repairs to be accounted for by the men who received it and paid it to the workmen	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “they did not require the men who received the money and paid the workmen for the repairs to account for the money” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
753	2KI	12	15	d5vz		to be accounted for	to keep a record of how much money was received and spent
754	2KI	12	16	frz5	figs-explicit	the money for the guilt offerings and the money for the sin offerings was not brought into the temple of Yahweh	It is implied that this money was not used for the repairs. If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “they did not use the money from the guilt offerings and the sin offerings to pay for the repairs to the temple of Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
755	2KI	12	17	lxs4	figs-synecdoche	Hazael king of Aram attacked … Hazael then turned to attack	This refers to Hazael’s army as well as to Hazael. Alternate translation: “Hazael king of Aram and his army attacked … Then they turned to attack” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
756	2KI	12	17	h8n3	translate-names	Hazael	This is the name of the king of the country of Syria. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
757	2KI	12	17	l227		took it	Alternate translation: “defeated and took control of it”
758	2KI	12	18	jt6e	figs-metaphor	Jehoshaphat and Jehoram and Ahaziah, his fathers	These men were previous kings of Judah. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
759	2KI	12	18	g6qu		set apart	Alternate translation: “dedicated”
760	2KI	12	18	uqk6		the gold that was found in the storerooms	Alternate translation: “the gold that was stored in the storerooms”
761	2KI	12	18	yc4i		Then Hazael went away from Jerusalem	The gifts Joash gave Hazael convinced him not to attack Jerusalem. This can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “So Hazael stopped attacking Jerusalem and left”
762	2KI	12	19	vzj6	figs-rquestion	are they not written in the book of the events of the kings of Judah?	This question is used to remind the reader that these things are recorded. See how this phrase is translated in [2 Kings 8:23](../08/23.md). Alternate translation: “they are written in the book of the history of the kings of Judah.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
763	2KI	12	20	bpc3	translate-names	Silla	The location of this place is unknown. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
764	2KI	12	21	a67i	translate-names	Jozabad … Shimeath … Jehozabad … Shomer … Amaziah	These are names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
765	2KI	12	21	c8xh		with his ancestors	Alternate translation: “in the place where his ancestors were buried”
766	2KI	12	21	jic7		became king in his place	Alternate translation: “became the next king of Judah”
767	2KI	13	intro	abcd			# 2 Kings 13 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>This is the last chapter about Elisha.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Elisha’s death<br>The king of Israel is upset when Elisha is dying. Elisha assures him that he will have three victories over Aram.<br><br>## Important figures of speech in this chapter<br><br>### Metaphor<br><br>The king compares the protection that Elisha had given Israel to “The chariot of Israel and the horsemen.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
768	2KI	13	1	x3b7	translate-numbers	In the twenty-third year of Joash son of Ahaziah king of Judah	“After Joash had been ruling Judah for almost 23 years” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
769	2KI	13	1	k11v		reign over Israel in Samaria	Alternate translation: “rule over the kingdom of Israel located in Samaria”
770	2KI	13	1	sr5w		he reigned seventeen years	Alternate translation: “Jehoahaz was king for 17 years”
771	2KI	13	2	a5vp	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
772	2KI	13	2	dmd4		followed the sins of Jeroboam	Alternate translation: “did the same sins as Jeroboam”
773	2KI	13	2	r613	figs-metaphor	Jehoahaz did not turn away from them	Here stopping his sin is spoken of as if he turned away from them. This can also be stated in positive form. Alternate translation: “Jehoahaz did not stop doing the sins of Jeroboam” or “Jehoahaz continued to do the same sins as Jeroboam” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
774	2KI	13	3	sii1	figs-metaphor	The anger of Yahweh burned against Israel	Yahweh becoming angry with Israel is spoken of as if his anger was a fire that burned. Alternate translation: “Then Yahweh became very angry with Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
775	2KI	13	3	u4tp	figs-metonymy	gave them continually into the hand of Hazael king of Aram and into the hand of Ben Hadad son of Hazael	Here “them” refers to Israel and “hand” refers to the power to control them. Alternate translation: “allowed Hazael the king of Aram, and Ben Hadad, his son, to repeatedly defeat the Israelites in battle” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
776	2KI	13	4	hcy2		implored Yahweh	Alternate translation: “prayed to Yahweh”
777	2KI	13	5	n7zw		a rescuer	Alternate translation: “someone to rescue them”
778	2KI	13	5	lp9p	figs-metonymy	they escaped from the hand of the Arameans	Here “hand” refers to the power to control them. Alternate translation: “he enabled them to be free from Aram’s power” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
779	2KI	13	6	jts3	figs-metaphor	they did not depart from the sins of the house of Jeroboam	To stop sinning is spoken of as if they departed from the sins. This can be stated in positive form. Alternate translation: “Israel did not stop doing the same sins as Jeroboam had done” or “Israel continued to commit the same sins as Jeroboam had committed” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
780	2KI	13	6	yu8j		house of Jeroboam	Alternate translation: “the family of Jeroboam”
781	2KI	13	7	y28l		had destroyed them	Alternate translation: “had defeated the army of Jehoahaz”
782	2KI	13	7	rn9h	figs-simile	made them like the chaff at threshing time	The Aramean army had so severely defeated the army of Israel that what remained was so worthless that it is compared to wheat chaff that the laborers walk on at harvest time. Alternate translation: “had crushed them as workers crush chaff under their feet at harvest time” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
783	2KI	13	8	pi49	figs-rquestion	are they not written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel?	This question is used to remind the reader that the acts of Jehoahaz are recorded in another book. See how this phrase is translated in [2 Kings 1:18](../01/18.md). Alternate translation: “they are written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
784	2KI	13	9	kb13	figs-euphemism	slept with his ancestors	This is a polite way of saying that he died. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
785	2KI	13	10	dwi8	translate-numbers	In the thirty-seventh year of Joash king of Judah	“After Joash had ruled Judah for almost 37 years” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
786	2KI	13	10	j1vy		the reign of Jehoash son of Jehoahaz began over Israel in Samaria	Alternate translation: “Jehoash son of Jehoahaz began to rule over Israel in Samaria”
787	2KI	13	10	l84r	translate-names	Jehoash	This was a king of Israel who was the son of Jehoahaz. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
788	2KI	13	11	sa6k	figs-metaphor	He did what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	Here “sight” represents God’s thoughts or judgment. Alternate translation: “He did things that Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
789	2KI	13	11	ird8	figs-metaphor	He did not leave behind any of the sins of Jeroboam	To stop sinning is spoken of as if he left behind the sins. This can be stated in positive form. Alternate translation: “Jehoash did not stop committing the same sins as Jeroboam” or “Jehoash kept committing the same sins as Jeroboam” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
790	2KI	13	11	gt2b		by which he had made Israel to sin	Alternate translation: “by which Jeroboam had caused Israel to sin”
791	2KI	13	11	jsm8	figs-metaphor	but he walked in them	To sin is spoken of as if he was walking along a sinful path. Alternate translation: “but Jehoash continued to do these same sins” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
792	2KI	13	12	h7yt	figs-metonymy	his might by which he fought against Amaziah king of Judah	Here the strength of Jehoash’s army is spoken of as Jehoash’s “might.” Alternate translation: “the power that his army showed when they fought against the army of Amaziah king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
793	2KI	13	12	u7z4	figs-rquestion	are they not written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel?	This question is used to remind the reader that the acts of Jehoahaz are recorded in another book. See how this phrase is translated in [2 Kings 1:18](../01/18.md). Alternate translation: “they are written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
794	2KI	13	13	q8g6	figs-euphemism	Jehoash slept with his ancestors	This a polite way to say that Jehoash died. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
795	2KI	13	13	il21	figs-metonymy	Jeroboam sat on his throne	Here “sat on his throne” refers to ruling as king. Alternate translation: “Jeroboam became king after him” or “Jeroboam began to rule after him” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
796	2KI	13	14	jr12		wept over him	Alternate translation: “wept because Elisha was sick”
797	2KI	13	14	h3da		My father, my father	Elisha was not the king’s literal father. King Joash used this term as a sign of respect.
798	2KI	13	14	r8bv	figs-explicit	the chariots of Israel and the horsemen are taking you away	This is a reference to Elijah going to heaven in [2 Kings 2:11](../02/11.md) and [2 Kings 2:12](../02/12.md). Joash uses this phrase to say that Elisha was going to die. Alternate translation: “the chariots of Israel and the horsemen are taking you to heaven” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
799	2KI	13	14	tj6k	figs-explicit	the horsemen	This refers to the men who drove the chariots. This can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “the drivers of the chariots” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
800	2KI	13	17	b7d1		Open the window eastward	Alternate translation: “open the window that faces east” or “open that window towards the east”
801	2KI	13	17	dd2b	figs-explicit	so he opened it	Since this happens after Joash takes the bow and arrows, he may have had a servant open the window. Alternate translation: “So a servant opened it” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
802	2KI	13	17	wid3		he shot	Alternate translation: “Joash shot the arrow”
803	2KI	13	17	lul1	figs-explicit	This is Yahweh’s arrow of victory, the arrow of victory over Aram	The relationship between the arrow and victory can be stated explicitly. Alternate translation: “This arrow is a sign from Yahweh that he will give you victory over Aram” or “This arrow symbolizes the victory Yahweh will give you over Aram” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
804	2KI	13	17	gh9y	translate-names	Aphek	This was a city in the land of Israel. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
805	2KI	13	19	zg7e		But the man of God was angry with him	Alternate translation: “But Elisha was angry with King Joash”
806	2KI	13	19	it9v		until you annihilated it	Alternate translation: “until you completely destroyed it” or “until they were completely wiped out”
807	2KI	13	20	jpb8	writing-background	Now	This word marks a break in the main story line. This new section gives background information for the part of the story that follows. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-background]])
808	2KI	13	20	eqh3		at the beginning of the year	Alternate translation: “each year during spring”
809	2KI	13	21	kn7h		As they were burying a certain man	Alternate translation: “As some Israelites were burying a man’s body”
810	2KI	13	21	c2yj	figs-explicit	they saw a group of Moabites	It can be made explicit that they were afraid of the Moabites. Alternate translation: “they saw a group of Moabite raiders coming toward them and they were afraid” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
811	2KI	13	21	bnq2		Elisha’s grave	Alternate translation: “the grave where Elisha was buried”
812	2KI	13	21	u91l	figs-explicit	As soon as the man touched Elisha’s bones	Here “the man” refers to his dead body. This can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “As soon as the dead man’s body touched the bones of Elisha” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
813	2KI	13	21	xm7e		he revived and stood up on his feet	Alternate translation: “the dead man came back to life and stood up”
814	2KI	13	23	xdv2		But Yahweh was gracious to Israel, and had compassion on them and concern for them	It may be helpful to divide this sentence into shorter parts. Alternate translation: “But Yahweh was very kind to the Israelite people. He helped them”
815	2KI	13	23	rh9e	figs-explicit	So Yahweh did not destroy them	Yahweh’s covenant is the reason he did not destroy Israel. This can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “This is the reason that Yahweh did not destroy them” or “Because of his covenant, Yahweh did not destroy them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
816	2KI	13	23	w4jq	figs-metaphor	has not driven them away from his presence	Yahweh’s rejection is spoken of as if he had physically driven Israel away from where he was. Alternate translation: “has not rejected them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
817	2KI	13	24	pn16	translate-names	Hazael … Ben Hadad	These are names of kings. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
818	2KI	13	24	z9i4		became king in his place	Alternate translation: “became king after him”
819	2KI	13	25	kwm4	translate-names	Jehoash … Jehoahaz	These are names of kings. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
820	2KI	13	25	zz2a	figs-synecdoche	Jehoash attacked him three times	Here “Jehoash” and “him” refer to the kings and their armies. Alternate translation: “Jehoash’s army attacked Ben Hadad’s army three times” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
821	2KI	13	25	v9pk		he recovered those cities of Israel	Alternate translation: “Jehoash took back control of the Israelite cities that Ben Hadad had captured”
822	2KI	14	intro	abce			# 2 Kings 14 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>The text begins to alternate between the kingdoms of Israel and Judah again.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Pride<br>Pride in one’s success can make a person attempt and fail at something else. Amaziah defeated Edom so he wanted to fight Israel. But Israel defeated him and thoroughly humiliated him.
823	2KI	14	1	bnk5		In the second year of Jehoash son of Jehoahaz, king of Israel	Alternate translation: “When Jehoash son of Jehoahaz had been king of Israel for almost two years”
824	2KI	14	1	nnl6		Amaziah son of Joash, king of Judah, began to reign	Alternate translation: “Amaziah son of Joash, became the king of Judah”
825	2KI	14	2	s314	translate-numbers	He was twenty-five years old when he began to reign	“He was 25 years old when he became king” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
826	2KI	14	2	qq8d	translate-numbers	he reigned twenty-nine years in Jerusalem	“he was the king in Jerusalem for 29 years” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
827	2KI	14	2	bez2	translate-names	Jehoaddan	(See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
828	2KI	14	3	s1dn	figs-metaphor	He did what was right in the eyes of Yahweh, yet not like David his father	Here “the eyes of Yahweh” refers to his sight, and his sight refers to his judgment. Alternate translation: “Amaziah did many things that pleased Yahweh, but he did not do as many things that pleased Yahweh as King David had done” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
829	2KI	14	3	u7ik	figs-explicit	He did everything that Joash, his father, had done	Joash obeyed Yahweh and did good things. This can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “He did the same good things that his father Joash had done” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
830	2KI	14	4	uy97	figs-activepassive	But the high places were not taken away	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. The high places were used for pagan worship. This can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “But he did not remove the high places” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
831	2KI	14	4	jkh2	figs-explicit	sacrificed and burned incense at the high places	The high places were used for pagan worship. This can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “sacrificed and burned incense to pagan gods at the high places”(See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
832	2KI	14	5	l8qk	writing-newevent	It came about	This is used to introduce a new event. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-newevent]])
833	2KI	14	5	d25b	figs-activepassive	as soon as his rule was well established	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “as soon as Amaziah securely established his royal rule and kingly authority” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
834	2KI	14	5	cd1j	figs-explicit	he killed the servants	Amaziah probably ordered other people to kill the officials. Alternate translation: “he made his servants execute the officials” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
835	2KI	14	6	nq56		General Information:	The narrator tells about what king Amaziah did after his father King Joash was murdered.
836	2KI	14	6	f6e7	figs-synecdoche	Yet he did not put the sons of the murderers to death	King Amaziah did not order his servants to kill the children of the men who killed his father. If he was going to have them executed though, he would have commanded his servants do it, he would not have done it himself. Alternate translation: “But he did not tell his servants to execute those officials’ children” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
837	2KI	14	6	xz2e	figs-activepassive	The fathers must not be put to death for their children, neither must the children be put to death for their parents	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “People must not kill the fathers for the sins of their children, and they must not kill the children for the sins of their parents” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
838	2KI	14	6	i2xx	figs-activepassive	every person must be put to death for his own sin	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “every person must die for his own sin” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
839	2KI	14	7	s7bx	figs-synecdoche	He killed	Here “He” refers to his army. Alternate translation: “Amaziah’s army killed” or “Amaziah’s soldiers killed” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
840	2KI	14	7	ivl5	translate-numbers	ten thousand soldiers	“10,000 soldiers” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
841	2KI	14	7	th9a		Valley of Salt	This is the name of a place that is located south of the Dead Sea.
842	2KI	14	7	p37c	figs-synecdoche	he also took Sela in war	Here the word “he” refers to King amaziah and represents himself and his army. Alternate translation: “King Amaziah’s army captured the city of Sela” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
843	2KI	14	7	n6i2	translate-names	Sela … Joktheel	They renamed the city of Sela. The new name was Joktheel. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
844	2KI	14	8	wa4f	figs-synecdoche	Then Amaziah sent messengers to Jehoash son of Jehoahaz son of Jehu king of Israel, saying, “Come, let us meet each other face to face in battle.”	Here “each other” also included their armies. Alternate translation: “Then Amaziah sent messengers to King Jehoash of Israel, saying, ‘Come here and let us and our armies fight each other in battle.’” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
845	2KI	14	9	c44n	figs-metaphor	A thistle that was in Lebanon … trampled down the thistle	This is a word picture and a riddle. A cedar tree is great and a thistle is small and worthless. Jehoash compares himself to the cedar and Amaziah to the thistle and warns Amaziah not to attack. If you have a similar comparison in your own language, you can use it. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
846	2KI	14	9	m2ge		thistle	type of bush with thorns
847	2KI	14	9	thw3	figs-quotations	saying, ‘Give your daughter to my son for a wife,’	This direct quotation can be stated as an indirect quotation. Alternate translation: “asking the cedar to give his daughter to the thistle’s son for a wife” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-quotations]])
848	2KI	14	10	uh7l		You have indeed attacked Edom	This is the warning part of Jehoash’s message to Amaziah. “Amaziah, you have definitely defeated Edom”
849	2KI	14	10	y8jc	figs-idiom	your heart has lifted you up	This is an idiom that refers to being proud. Alternate translation: “you are very proud of what you have done” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
850	2KI	14	10	t29y		Take pride in your victory	Alternate translation: “Be content with your victory”
851	2KI	14	10	ik12	figs-rquestion	for why should you cause yourself trouble and fall	Jehoash uses this question to warn Amaziah not to attack him. Alternate translation: “for you should not cause trouble for yourself and suffer defeat” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
852	2KI	14	11	tc12	figs-metonymy	But Amaziah would not listen	Here “listen” refers to obeying the warning. Alternate translation: “However, Amaziah would not obey Jehoash’s warning” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
853	2KI	14	11	dxk2	figs-synecdoche	So Jehoash king of Israel attacked … Amaziah king of Judah met each other	The armies of these kings went to battle with them. Alternate translation: “So Jehoash and his army went to fight Amaziah and his army and they met each other” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
854	2KI	14	11	tea6	translate-names	Beth Shemesh	This is a town in Judah near the border of Israel. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
855	2KI	14	12	iqd2	figs-activepassive	Judah was defeated by Israel	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “Israel defeated Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
856	2KI	14	12	s7x5		every man fled home	Alternate translation: “all the men in the army of Judah ran home”
857	2KI	14	13	pau5		General Information:	This is what happened after the army of Israel defeated the army of Judah at Beth Shemesh.
858	2KI	14	13	r9xl	figs-synecdoche	He came	Here “He” refers to Jehoash and his army. Alternate translation: “Jehoash and his army came … Jehoash’s soldiers took” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
859	2KI	14	13	y4k8	translate-names	Ephraim Gate … Corner Gate	There are the names of gates in the wall of Jerusalem. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
860	2KI	14	13	vqd2	translate-numbers	four hundred cubits	“about 180 meters” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
861	2KI	14	13	b9as	translate-bdistance	cubits	A cubit was about 46 centimeters. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bdistance]])
862	2KI	14	14	phn9	figs-synecdoche	He took	Here “He” refers to Jehoash and his army. Alternate translation: “Jehoash and his army came … Jehoash’s soldiers took” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
863	2KI	14	14	x427	figs-explicit	with hostages also, and returned to Samaria	This implies that Jehoash needed to take these hostages to prevent Amaziah from attacking again. This can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “and they also took to Samaria some prisoners to make sure that Amaziah would cause them no more trouble” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
864	2KI	14	15	t4dy	figs-rquestion	are they not written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel?	This question is used to remind the reader that the acts of Jehoahaz are recorded in another book. See how this phrase is translated in [2 Kings 1:18](../01/18.md). Alternate translation: “they are written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
865	2KI	14	16	vt46	figs-euphemism	Then Jehoash slept with his ancestors	This is a polite way to say that he died. Alternate translation: “Then Jehoash died” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
866	2KI	14	16	adn8		became king in his place	Alternate translation: “became king after him”
867	2KI	14	18	xq4q	figs-rquestion	are they not written in the book of the events of the kings of Judah?	This question is used to remind the reader that these things are recorded. See how this phrase is translated in [2 Kings 8:23](../08/23.md). Alternate translation: “they are written in the book of the history of the kings of Judah.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
868	2KI	14	19	y5yc		They made a conspiracy against Amaziah in Jerusalem	A conspiracy is a secret plan to do harm to someone or something. Alternate translation: “Some people in Jerusalem plotted against Amaziah”
869	2KI	14	19	is8m	translate-names	Lachish	This is a city in southwestern Judah. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
870	2KI	14	19	mf5g		but they sent men after him to Lachish	The men who made the conspiracy sent other men to follow Amaziah to Lachish.
871	2KI	14	20	gt9h		General Information:	This is what happened after the death of King Amaziah.
872	2KI	14	20	z4r2		They brought him back on horses	Alternate translation: “They brought Amaziah’s body back on horses”
873	2KI	14	21	rm6a	figs-hyperbole	All the people of Judah took Azariah, who was sixteen years old, and made him king in place of his father Amaziah	This is a generalization. Some people may not have wanted him to be king. Alternate translation: “The people of Judah took the 16 year-old Azariah and made him king after his father, Amaziah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
874	2KI	14	21	rt3h		Azariah	This king is better known today by the name “Uzziah.”
875	2KI	14	22	f5zb	figs-synecdoche	It was Azariah who rebuilt Elath	Azariah did not do this alone. Alternate translation: “It was Azariah who ordered Elath to be rebuilt” or “It was Azariah who supervised the rebuilding of Elath” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
876	2KI	14	22	j6in	translate-names	Elath	a city in Judah (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
877	2KI	14	22	p27q		restored it to Judah	Alternate translation: “returned it to Judah”
878	2KI	14	22	q5yk	figs-euphemism	slept with his ancestors	This is a poetic way to say he died. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
879	2KI	14	23	mn4e		General Information:	This describes what King Uzziah did after he became king.
880	2KI	14	23	yl7k	translate-numbers	In the fifteenth year of Amaziah	“In year 15 of Amaziah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
881	2KI	14	23	b29p	translate-numbers	forty-one years	“41 years” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
882	2KI	14	24	w3y6	figs-metaphor	evil in the sight of Yahweh	Here “sight” is a metaphor for judging or considering. Alternate translation: “evil according to Yahweh” or “what Yahweh considered to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
883	2KI	14	24	ic6v	figs-metaphor	He did not depart from any of the sins of Jeroboam	To stop sinning is spoken of as leaving a path. This can be stated in positive form. Alternate translation: “He did not stop committing the same sins as Jeroboam” or “He continued to commit the same sins as Jeroboam” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
884	2KI	14	25	n18g	figs-metonymy	He restored the border	This means his army restored the land up to the border. Alternate translation: “His soldiers conquered again some of the territory that had previously belonged to Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
885	2KI	14	25	i4vs	translate-names	Lebo Hamath	This city was also called Hamath. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
886	2KI	14	25	k2lt		the Sea of the Arabah	Alternate translation: “the Dead Sea”
887	2KI	14	26	fux4	figs-metaphor	it was very bitter	Suffering that was difficult is spoken of as if it had a bitter taste. Alternate translation: “it was very difficult” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
888	2KI	14	26	p9i4		there was no rescuer for Israel	Alternate translation: “there was no one who could rescue Israel”
889	2KI	14	27	lz2i	figs-metaphor	blot out	To completely destroy Israel is spoken of as if Yahweh wiped them away with a cloth. Alternate translation: “completely destroy” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
890	2KI	14	27	v5n5	figs-metonymy	the name of Israel	Here “the name of Israel” represents all of Israel and its inhabitants. Alternate translation: “the Israelite people” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
891	2KI	14	27	b5t9		under heaven	Alternate translation: “on earth”
892	2KI	14	27	tjk3	figs-metonymy	he saved them by the hand of Jeroboam son of Jehoash	Here “hand” is a metonym for power. Also, “Jehoash” is a synecdoche representing Jehoash and his army. Alternate translation: “he enabled King Jeroboam and his army to rescue them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
893	2KI	14	28	ka1r	figs-rquestion	are they not written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel?	This question is used to remind the reader that the acts of Jehoahaz are recorded in another book. See how this phrase is translated in [2 Kings 1:18](../01/18.md). Alternate translation: “they are written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
894	2KI	14	29	eq5q	figs-euphemism	Jeroboam slept with his ancestors, with the kings of Israel	This is a polite way to say that he died and was buried. Alternate translation: “Jeroboam died, and was buried where the other kings of Israel were buried” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
895	2KI	15	intro	abcf			# 2 Kings 15 General Notes<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Israel’s evil<br>Israel assassinated one king after another. The Assyrians began attacking Israel. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/evil]])
896	2KI	15	1	e5x2	figs-explicit	In the twenty-seventh year of Jeroboam	It can be stated clearly that this is the twenty-seventh year of his reign. Alternate translation: “In year 27 of the reign of Jeroboam” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
897	2KI	15	1	kyq4		Azariah	This king is better known today by the name “Uzziah.”
898	2KI	15	2	ric2	translate-names	Jekoliah	This is the name of Azariah’s mother. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
899	2KI	15	3	dct6		He did what was right	Alternate translation: “Azariah did what was right”
900	2KI	15	3	tc2q	figs-metaphor	what was right in the eyes of Yahweh	The eyes represent seeing, and seeing represents thoughts or judgment. Alternate translation: “what was right in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be right” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
901	2KI	15	4	v4ck	figs-activepassive	the high places were not taken away	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “no one took away the high places” or “Azariah did not have anyone take the high places away” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
902	2KI	15	4	kum4	figs-metaphor	were not taken away	Being taken away represents being destroyed. Alternate translation: “were not destroyed” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
903	2KI	15	5	a3rs	figs-abstractnouns	to the day of his death	If your language does not use an abstract noun for the idea behind the word death, you could express the same idea with a verbal form such as “die.” Alternate translation: “until the day he died” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])
904	2KI	15	5	gk1i		Jotham, the king’s son, was over the household	The word “household” refers to the people living in the king’s palace. Because Azariah was a leper, he had to live in a separate house. So his son, Jotham, took charge over the palace.
905	2KI	15	5	pz41	figs-metaphor	was over the household	Being over the household represents having authority over those in it. Alternate translation: “was in charge of the household” or “had authority over those in Azariah’s palace” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
906	2KI	15	6	i6ew	figs-rquestion	are they not written … Judah?	This question is used to either inform or remind the readers that the information about Azariah is in this other book. This can also be stated in active form. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 8:23](../08/23.md). Alternate translation: “they are written … Judah.” or “you can read about them … Judah.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
907	2KI	15	7	h3ex	figs-metaphor	Azariah slept with his ancestors	Sleeping represents dying. Alternate translation: “Azariah died as his ancestors had” or “like his ancestors, Azariah died” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
908	2KI	15	7	cv1f		they buried him with his ancestors	Alternate translation: “his family buried him where his ancestors had been buried”
909	2KI	15	7	xj9r	figs-metaphor	became king in his place	The phrase “in his place” is a metaphor meaning “instead of him.” Alternate translation: “became king instead of Azariah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
910	2KI	15	8	n87b	figs-explicit	In the thirty-eighth year of Azariah king of Judah	It can be stated clearly that this is the thirty-eighth year of his reign. Alternate translation: “In year 38 of the reign of Azariah king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
911	2KI	15	8	ndd5		Zechariah son of Jeroboam	This Jeroboam was the second king of Israel that had that name. He was the son of King Jehoash.
912	2KI	15	8	rx4x		reigned over Israel in Samaria for six months	Samaria is the city that Zechariah lived in when he was king of Israel. Alternate translation: “lived in Samaria and reigned over Israel for six months”
913	2KI	15	9	chp9		He did what was evil	Alternate translation: “Zechariah did what was evil”
914	2KI	15	9	z35l	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
915	2KI	15	9	s24j	figs-metaphor	He did not depart from the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat	Departing from sins represents refusing to do those sins. Alternate translation: “Zechariah did not refuse to commit the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat” or “He sinned as Jeroboam son of Nebat had sinned” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
916	2KI	15	9	tf55		Jeroboam son of Nebat	This Jeroboam was the first king of the ten northern tribes that made up the kingdom of Israel.
917	2KI	15	9	jf9j	figs-metonymy	who had caused Israel to sin	Here the word “Israel” represents the people of the kingdom of Israel. Alternate translation: “who had caused the people of Israel to sin” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
918	2KI	15	10	p3db	translate-names	Shallum … Jabesh	These are the names of two men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
919	2KI	15	10	e54l		against Zechariah	Alternate translation: “against King Zechariah”
920	2KI	15	10	zj8z	translate-names	Ibleam	This was the name of a city. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
921	2KI	15	10	xu2j		Then he became king in his place	Alternate translation: “Then Shallum became king in Zechariah’s place”
922	2KI	15	11	rh7h	figs-activepassive	they are written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “you can read about them in the book of the events of the kings of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
923	2KI	15	12	e1b4	figs-explicit	This was the word of Yahweh	It can be stated clearly that the events described in verse 10 fulfilled the word of Yahweh. Alternate translation: “What happened to Zechariah was according to the word of Yahweh” or “What happened to Zechariah fulfilled the word of Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
924	2KI	15	12	x3sm	figs-metonymy	Your descendants will sit on the throne of Israel to the fourth generation	Sitting on the throne represents being the king. Alternate translation: “Your descendants will be the kings of Israel for four generations” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
925	2KI	15	13	z5db	figs-explicit	in the thirty-ninth year of Azariah king of Judah	It can be stated clearly that this is the thirty-ninth year of his reign. Alternate translation: “in year 39 of the reign of Azariah king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
926	2KI	15	13	jep2	translate-names	Shallum … Jabesh	These are the names of two men. See how you translated these names in [2 Kings 15:10](../15/10.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
927	2KI	15	13	wql8	figs-explicit	he reigned only one month in Samaria	Samaria is the city that he lived in when was king of Israel. Alternate translation: “Shallum lived in Samaria and reigned over Israel for only one month” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
928	2KI	15	14	y7eg	translate-names	Menahem … Gadi	These are the names of two men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
929	2KI	15	14	tv6u	figs-metaphor	became king in his place	The phrase “in his place” is a metaphor meaning “instead of him.” Alternate translation: “became king instead of Shallum” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
930	2KI	15	15	t6xd	figs-explicit	the conspiracy that he formed	If your language does not use an abstract noun for the idea behind the word conspiracy, you could express the same idea with a verbal form such as “plan.” It can be stated clearly what this conspiracy was. Alternate translation: “how he planned to murder King Zechariah” or “and how he murdered King Zechariah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
931	2KI	15	15	nd96	figs-activepassive	they are written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “you can read about them in the book of the events of the kings of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
932	2KI	15	16	pmb9	translate-names	Tiphsah	This is the name of a city. Some versions have “Tappuah,” which is the name of another city. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
933	2KI	15	17	wu8n	figs-explicit	In the thirty-ninth year of Azariah king of Judah	It can be stated clearly that this is the thirty-ninth year of his reign. Alternate translation: “In year 39 of the reign of Azariah king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
934	2KI	15	18	pk5a	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
935	2KI	15	18	xfk1	figs-abstractnouns	For his whole life	If your language does not use an abstract noun for the idea behind the word life, you could express the same idea with a verbal form such as “live.” Alternate translation: “The whole time that he lived” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])
936	2KI	15	18	y9u5	figs-metaphor	he did not depart from the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat	Departing from sins represents refusing to do those sins. Alternate translation: “Zechariah did not refuse to commit the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat” or “He sinned as Jeroboam son of Nebat had sinned” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
937	2KI	15	18	pj1m	figs-metonymy	who had caused Israel to sin	Here the word “Israel” represents the people of the kingdom of Israel. Alternate translation: “who had caused the people of Israel to sin” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
938	2KI	15	19	r6vc	figs-synecdoche	Pul the king of Assyria came against the land	The phrase “Pul the king of Assyria” represents Pul and his army. Alternate translation: “Pul the king of Assyria came with his army against the land” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
939	2KI	15	19	s53r	translate-names	Pul the king of Assyria	Pul is the name of a man who was king of Assyria. He was also named Tiglath-Pileser. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
940	2KI	15	19	wap9	figs-idiom	came against the land	The phrase “came against” is an idiom meaning to attack. “The land” refers to the land of Israel and represents the people who live there. Alternate translation: “came with his army to attack the people of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
941	2KI	15	19	s8m5	translate-numbers	one thousand talents of silver	“1,000 talents of silver.” You may convert this to a modern measure. Alternate translation: “thirty-three thousand kilograms of silver” or “thirty-three metric tons of silver” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bmoney]])
942	2KI	15	19	ft85	figs-abstractnouns	so that Pul’s support might be with him	If your language does not use an abstract noun for the idea behind the word support, you could express the same idea with a verbal form such as “support.” Alternate translation: “so that Pul might support him” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])
943	2KI	15	19	wx2a	figs-metaphor	to strengthen the kingdom of Israel in his hand	Having the kingdom in his hand represents ruling the kingdom. Alternate translation: “to strengthen his rule over the kingdom of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
944	2KI	15	20	nd7g		exacted this money from Israel	Alternate translation: “took this money from Israel”
945	2KI	15	20	b1hv	translate-bmoney	fifty shekels of silver	You may convert this to a modern measure. Alternate translation: “six hundred grams of silver” or “three-fifths of a kilogram of silver” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bmoney]])
946	2KI	15	20	qz7q		did not stay there in the land	Alternate translation: “did not stay there in Israel”
947	2KI	15	21	w6zx	figs-rquestion	are they not written … Israel?	This question is used to either inform or remind the readers that the information about Menahem is in this other book. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 1:18](../01/18.md). Alternate translation: “they are written in The Book of the Events of the Kings of Israel.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
948	2KI	15	22	a3i4	figs-metaphor	Menahem slept with his ancestors	Sleeping represents dying. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 10:35](../10/35.md). Alternate translation: “Menahem died as his ancestors had” or “like his ancestors, Menahem died” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
949	2KI	15	22	l6tw	translate-names	Pekahiah	This a man’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
950	2KI	15	22	axh7	figs-metaphor	became king in his place	The phrase “in his place” is a metaphor meaning “instead of him.” Alternate translation: “became king instead of Menahem” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
951	2KI	15	23	c1p9	figs-explicit	In the fiftieth year of Azariah king of Judah	It can be stated clearly that this is the fiftieth year of his reign. Alternate translation: “In year 50 of the reign of Azariah king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
952	2KI	15	23	w1fe	translate-names	Pekahiah	This is a man’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
953	2KI	15	24	yt2s	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
954	2KI	15	24	n1vt	figs-metaphor	He did not leave behind the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat	Leaving behind sins represents refusing to do those sins. Alternate translation: “Pekahiah did not refuse to commit the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat” or “He sinned as Jeroboam son of Nebat had sinned” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
955	2KI	15	24	v24h	figs-metonymy	he had caused Israel to sin	Here the word “Israel” represents the people of the kingdom of Israel. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
956	2KI	15	25	iu97	translate-names	Pekah … Remaliah	These are men’s names. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
957	2KI	15	25	f5xz		conspired against him	Alternate translation: “secretly planned to kill Pekahiah”
958	2KI	15	25	b6dd	translate-numbers	fifty men	“50 men” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
959	2KI	15	25	l8ei	translate-names	Argob … Arieh	These are men’s names. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
960	2KI	15	25	lc6k		the citadel of the king’s palace	Alternate translation: “the fortified part of the king’s palace” or “the safe place in the king’s palace”
961	2KI	15	25	qu35	figs-metaphor	became king in his place	The phrase “in his place” is a metaphor meaning “instead of him.” Alternate translation: “became king instead of Pekahiah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
962	2KI	15	26	yea7	figs-activepassive	they are written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “you can read about them in the book of the events of the kings of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
963	2KI	15	27	hh72	figs-explicit	In the fifty-second year of Azariah king of Judah	It can be stated clearly that this is the fifty-second year of his reign. Alternate translation: “In year 52 of the reign of Azariah king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
964	2KI	15	28	f2fs	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
965	2KI	15	28	wpl3	figs-metaphor	He did not depart from the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat	Departing from sins represents refusing to do those sins. Alternate translation: “Zechariah did not refuse to commit the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat” or “He sinned as Jeroboam son of Nebat had sinned” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
966	2KI	15	29	q5s8	figs-explicit	In the days of Pekah king of Israel	It can be stated clearly that this refers to the time of Pekah’s reign. Alternate translation: “In the days of the reign of Pekah king of Israel” or “During the time that Pekah was king of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
967	2KI	15	29	wj1u	translate-names	Tiglath-Pileser	In [2 Kings 15:19](../15/19.md) this man was called “Pul.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
968	2KI	15	29	fgz6	translate-names	Ijon … Abel Beth Maacah … Janoah … Kedesh … Hazor … Gilead … Galilee … Naphtali	These are the names of cities or regions. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
969	2KI	15	29	c6cs	figs-synecdoche	He carried away the people to Assyria	Here “He” refers to Tiglath-Pileser and represents him and his army. Carrying the people to Assyria represents forcing them to go to Assyria. Alternate translation: “He and his army forced the people to go to Assyria (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
970	2KI	15	29	d5la	figs-explicit	the people	It can be stated clearly which people these are. Alternate translation: “the people of those places” or “the people of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
971	2KI	15	30	v22a	translate-names	Hoshea … Elah	These are men’s names. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
972	2KI	15	30	k3bf		a conspiracy	A conspiracy is a secret plan by a group to do harm to someone or something.
973	2KI	15	30	q13k		He attacked him and killed him	Alternate translation: “Hoshea attacked Pekah and killed him”
974	2KI	15	30	d345	figs-metaphor	became king in his place	The phrase “in his place” is a metaphor meaning “instead of him.” Alternate translation: “became king instead of Pekah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
975	2KI	15	30	h8ux	figs-explicit	in the twentieth year of Jotham son of Uzziah	It can be stated clearly that this is the twentieth year of his reign. Alternate translation: “In year 20 of the reign of Jotham son of Uzziah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
976	2KI	15	31	e8hz	figs-activepassive	they are written in the book of the events of the kings of Israel	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “you can read about them in the book of the events of the kings of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
977	2KI	15	32	l454	figs-explicit	In the second year of Pekah son of Remaliah, king of Israel	It can be stated clearly that this is the second year of his reign. Alternate translation: “In year 2 of the reign of Pekah son of Remaliah, king of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
978	2KI	15	32	aht7		Jotham son of Azariah, king of Judah began to reign	Alternate translation: “Jotham son of Azariah, king of Judah became king of Judah”
979	2KI	15	33	w1ag	translate-numbers	He was twenty-five years old … sixteen years	“He was 25 years old…16 years” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
980	2KI	15	33	xz2x	translate-names	Jerushah	This is a woman’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
981	2KI	15	34	r4gi	figs-metaphor	what was right in the eyes of Yahweh	The eyes represent seeing, and seeing represents thoughts or judgment. Alternate translation: “what was right in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be right” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
982	2KI	15	35	nad3	figs-activepassive	the high places were not taken away	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “no one took away the high places” or “Jotham did not have anyone take the high places away” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
983	2KI	15	35	y74d	figs-metaphor	were not taken away	Being taken away represents being destroyed. Alternate translation: “were not destroyed” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
984	2KI	15	35	mws8	figs-metonymy	Jotham built the upper gate	“Jotham built” represents Jotham making his workers build it. Alternate translation: “Jotham had his workers build the upper gate” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
985	2KI	15	36	h17b	figs-rquestion	are they not written … Judah?	This question is used to either inform or remind the readers that the information about Jotham is in this other book. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 8:23](../08/23.md). Alternate translation: “they are written in The Book of the Events of the Kings of Judah.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
986	2KI	15	37	ct5w	figs-explicit	In those days	This refers to a time period. What time period this refers to can be stated clearly. Alternate translation: “During that time” or “While Jotham was king of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
987	2KI	15	37	w42k	translate-names	Rezin	This is a man’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
988	2KI	15	37	sx2e	translate-names	Pekah … Remaliah	These are men’s names. Pekah was the king of Israel. See how you translated them in [2 Kings 15:37](../15/37.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
989	2KI	15	38	nar5	figs-metaphor	Jotham slept with his ancestors	Sleeping represents dying. Alternate translation: “Jotham died as his ancestors had” or “Like his ancestors, Jotham died” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
990	2KI	15	38	qj1b	figs-metaphor	became king in his place	The phrase “in his place” is a metaphor meaning “instead of him.” Alternate translation: “became king instead of Jotham” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
991	2KI	16	intro	abcg			# 2 Kings 16 General Notes<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Ahaz<br>Ahaz was a wicked king. Israel and Aram united to fight against him, so he paid the Assyrian king to attack Aram. Assyria defeated the people of Aram and took them into captivity. The people were to trust in Yahweh and not rely on military alliances with other Gentile nations. This showed a lack of trust in the power of Yahweh. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/evil]] and [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/trust]])
992	2KI	16	1	x9n9	figs-explicit	In the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah	It can be stated clearly that this is the seventeenth year of his reign. Alternate translation: “In year 17 of the reign of Pekah son of Remaliah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
993	2KI	16	1	ja6f	translate-names	Pekah … Remaliah	These are men’s names. Pekah was the king of Israel. See how you translated them in [2 Kings 15:25](../15/25.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
994	2KI	16	2	rm3i	figs-metaphor	what was right in the eyes of Yahweh his God	The eyes represent seeing, and seeing represents thoughts or judgment. Alternate translation: “what was right in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh his God considers to be right” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
995	2KI	16	2	f9pl		as David his ancestor had done	David had done what is right.
996	2KI	16	3	a1c2	figs-metaphor	he walked in the way of the kings of Israel	Walking represents behavior and actions. Alternate translation: “King Ahaz acted the same way that the kings of Israel had acted” or “he did the things that the kings of Israel had done” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
997	2KI	16	3	i9td	figs-metaphor	following the detestable practices of the nations	Here “following” represents doing what others do. Alternate translation: “copying the disgusting things that the other nations did, the nations” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
998	2KI	16	3	k9uv	figs-metonymy	the nations	The word “nations” represents the people of other nations. Here it refers to the people of the nations who had lived in that land. Alternate translation: “the people of other nations” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
999	2KI	16	3	ad1q		which Yahweh had driven out	Alternate translation: “Drive out” means “force out.” Alternate translation: “which Yahweh had forced to leave”
1000	2KI	16	3	q89d	figs-explicit	before the people of Israel	The people of those nations fled as the people of Israel moved into the land. The full meaning of this statement can be made explicit. Alternate translation: “before the people of Israel who moved into the land” or “as the people of Israel moved into the land” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1001	2KI	16	4	nl1p		the high places, on the hilltops, and under every green tree	These are places where the people of the other nations worshiped their false gods.
1002	2KI	16	4	zjl2	figs-hyperbole	under every green tree	God wanted his people to offer sacrifices to him in Jerusalem. The word “every” here is an exaggeration to show how determined King Ahaz was to disobey God by offering sacrifices in many other places instead. Alternate translation: “under many green trees” or “under many green trees around the country” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
1003	2KI	16	5	u3ts	translate-names	Rezin … Pekah … Remaliah	These are men’s names. See how you translated them in [2 Kings 15:37](../15/37.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1004	2KI	16	5	hx16	figs-synecdoche	besieged Ahaz	Ahaz was in Jerusalem. Here “Ahaz” represents himself and the people who were in Jerusalem with him. Alternate translation: “surrounded the city with Ahaz in it” or “surrounded Ahaz and the others in the city with him” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
1005	2KI	16	6	ew5k	figs-metonymy	recovered Elath for Aram	Here “Aram” represents the people who live there. Alternate translation: “took back control of the city of Elath for the people of Aram” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1006	2KI	16	6	axm2	translate-names	Elath	This is the name of a city. See how you translated it in [2 Kings 14:22](../14/22.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1007	2KI	16	6	g7gx		drove the men of Judah out of Elath	Alternate translation: “forced the men of Judah to leave Elath”
1008	2KI	16	6	gm8c		to this day	This means to the time of the writing of this book.
1009	2KI	16	7	x3by	translate-names	Tiglath-Pileser	In [2 Kings 15:19](../15/19.md) this man was called “Pul.” See how you translated his name in [2 Kings 15:29](../15/29.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1010	2KI	16	7	h92a	figs-metaphor	I am your servant and your son	Being a servant and a son represents submitting to someone’s authority. Alternate translation: “I will obey you as if I were your servant or your son” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1011	2KI	16	7	f7js	figs-metonymy	from the hand of the king of Aram and from the hand of the king of Israel	The hand is a metonym that represents power. Alternate translation: “from the power of the king of Aram and from the power of the king of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1012	2KI	16	7	dh2h	figs-synecdoche	who have attacked me	The kings attacking Ahaz represent the armies of those kings attacking Ahaz and his people. Alternate translation: “who have attacked me with their armies” or “whose armies have attacked me” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
1013	2KI	16	9	u25g	figs-synecdoche	the king of Assyria went up against Damascus	The word “king” represents the king and his army. Also, Damascus represents the people who live there. Alternate translation: “the king of Assyria and his army attacked the people of Damascus” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1014	2KI	16	9	zd43	figs-metaphor	carried off its people as prisoners to Kir	Carrying off the people represents forcing them to go away. Alternate translation: “made the people his prisoners and forced them to go to Kir” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1015	2KI	16	9	dr4d	translate-names	Kir	This could mean: (1) this is the name of a city or (2) this word means “city” and refers to the capital city of Assyria. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1016	2KI	16	10	l6c6	figs-activepassive	the design for all the workmanship needed	This can be translated in active form. Alternate translation: “all the instructions that the workers needed in order to build it” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1017	2KI	16	13	jf6b		General Information:	This is what King Ahaz did after he returned from Damascus and visited the new altar which Uriah the priest had built for him.
1018	2KI	16	13	w1tk		He made his burnt offering	Alternate translation: “King Ahaz made his burnt offering”
1019	2KI	16	13	rn3y		on the altar	This refers to the altar that King Ahaz told Uriah to build.
1020	2KI	16	14	g4cd		from the front of the temple … from between his altar and the temple of Yahweh	Both of these phrases tell where the bronze altar was. They refer to the same place.
1021	2KI	16	15	v2xm		the large altar	This refers to the new altar that Ahaz told Uriah to build.
1022	2KI	16	15	cj8m	figs-123person	the king’s burnt offering and his grain offering	When Ahaz said “the king” and “his,” he was referring to himself. The king treated his offerings as special. Alternate translation: “my burnt offering and my grain offering” or “the royal burnt offering and royal grain offering” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-123person]])
1023	2KI	16	17	y1g1		the portable stands	“the movable stands” or “the carts.” These stands had wheels on them so they could be moved around.
1024	2KI	16	17	p7hv		he also took down the sea	“he also removed the large bowl.” The “sea” was a huge basin or water bowl that was made of bronze.
1025	2KI	16	18	h1v3	figs-explicit	because of the king of Assyria	Why they did this can be stated explicitly. Alternate translation: “to please the king of Assyria” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1026	2KI	16	19	wqa8	figs-rquestion	are they not written … Judah?	This question is used to either inform or remind the readers that the information about Ahaz is in this other book. This can also be stated in active form. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 8:23](../08/23.md). Alternate translation: “they are written in The Book of the Events of the Kings of Judah.” or “someone has written about them in The Book … Judah.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1027	2KI	16	20	c5rk	figs-metaphor	Ahaz slept with his ancestors	Sleeping represents dying. Alternate translation: “Ahaz died as his ancestors had” or “like his ancestors, Ahaz died” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
1028	2KI	16	20	wbc9	figs-activepassive	was buried with his ancestors	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “people buried him with his ancestors” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1029	2KI	16	20	y1p2	figs-metaphor	became king in his place	The phrase “in his place” is a metaphor meaning “instead of him.” Alternate translation: “became king instead of Ahaz” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1030	2KI	17	intro	abch			# 2 Kings 17 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>This chapter ends the story about the kingdom of Israel and continues with Judah alone.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Idol worship<br><br>Israel continued to worship idols, so God punished them by allowing Assyria to conquer them and take them away. Assyria brought people from other lands and settled them in what used to be Israel’s territory and the new people worshiped their own gods in addition to Yahweh. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/falsegod]])
1031	2KI	17	1	jz6k		Hoshea son of Elah	Hoshea became the king of the northern kingdom of Israel.
1032	2KI	17	1	b3fa	translate-names	Elah	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1033	2KI	17	1	y37g	translate-names	He ruled in Samaria	Samaria was the capital city of Israel. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1034	2KI	17	2	l76g	figs-metaphor	evil in the sight of Yahweh	He did not obey Yahweh’s laws as given to Moses. “In the sight of” is metaphor for judgment or opinion. Alternate translation: “evil to Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1035	2KI	17	3	rsa4	translate-names	Shalmaneser	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1036	2KI	17	3	c29v		Hoshea became his servant and brought him tribute	Hoshea did as the King of Assyria commanded and brought money to him so that the King would not destroy Israel.
1037	2KI	17	4	zb5f	translate-names	So	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1038	2KI	17	4	c7zr		year by year	Alternate translation: “every year”
1039	2KI	17	4	z8ag		shut him up and bound him in prison	Alternate translation: “put Hoshea in prison”
1040	2KI	17	5	de7d		besieged it	put troops around the city in order to force it to surrender
1041	2KI	17	6	ue2e	figs-metonymy	carried Israel away to Assyria	The name “Israel” is metonymy for the people living there. Alternate translation: “took the Israelite people to Assyria” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1042	2KI	17	6	j5lr	translate-names	Halah … Habor River … Gozan	These are the names of locations. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1043	2KI	17	6	sgu8	translate-names	Medes	This is the name of a people group. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1044	2KI	17	7	sg9j		General Information:	The narrative pauses to summarize Yahweh’s judgment on Israel.
1045	2KI	17	7	rdg7		This captivity	This refers to the capture of the Israelites by the Assyrians.
1046	2KI	17	7	yaq6	figs-metonymy	the hand of	“Hand” is metonymy for control, authority or power. Alternate translation: “the control of” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1047	2KI	17	8	zgq1	figs-metaphor	walking in the practices	“Walking” is metaphor for the ways or patterns of behavior people use in their lives. Alternate translation: “doing the activities” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1048	2KI	17	10	ry45	figs-hyperbole	on every high hill and under every green tree	These are exaggerations to show that worship of false gods was widespread. Alternate translation: “on high hills and under green trees everywhere” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
1049	2KI	17	11	iv69		performed wicked things to provoke Yahweh to anger	Possible ways to render this: (1) “did many wicked things that caused Yahweh to become angry” or (2) “did many sinful things that made Yahweh angry”
1050	2KI	17	12	um9h		about which Yahweh had said to them	Alternate translation: “about which Yahweh had warned them”
1051	2KI	17	13	l95x		Yahweh had testified … by every prophet	Yahweh spoke through the prophets.
1052	2KI	17	13	u47j		Turn from your evil ways	Alternate translation: “Stop doing the evil things you have been doing”
1053	2KI	17	13	k7g1		I sent to you by my servants the prophets	The prophets were sent by Yahweh to remind the people of God’s Laws and to obey them.
1054	2KI	17	14	q327		they were very stubborn	They were unwilling to follow God’s laws and rely on Yahweh as their God.
1055	2KI	17	15	djv4		rejected his statutes	They refused to obey God’s Laws.
1056	2KI	17	15	wv5m		They followed useless practices	They followed the practices of the people around them.
1057	2KI	17	15	e99s		not to imitate	Alternate translation: “not to copy”
1058	2KI	17	16	n1a8		cast metal figures	Cast metal figures are objects made by pouring melted metal into a form (or mold) to make a shape.
1059	2KI	17	17	hy71		used … enchantments	used magic to say what would happen in the future
1060	2KI	17	17	vek9	figs-metaphor	sold themselves to do that which was evil in the sight of Yahweh	To “sell themselves” is a metaphor for committing completely to do that which was evil. Alternate translation: “committed themselves to do things that Yahweh said were evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1061	2KI	17	18	x1zd	figs-metonymy	removed them out of his sight	“Sight” is metonymy for being within the attention of Yahweh so he no longer cared for them. Alternate translation: “removed them from his attention” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1062	2KI	17	19	p16f		General Information:	The summary of Yahweh’s judgment on Israel includes how Judah also fell into idolatry.
1063	2KI	17	19	cg6k	figs-metonymy	Judah	The location “Judah” is metonymy for the people that live there. Alternate translation: “the people of Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1064	2KI	17	20	d8a3		he afflicted them	Alternate translation: “Yahweh punished the Israelites”
1065	2KI	17	20	g1yc	figs-metonymy	gave them into the hand of those who would take the possession as spoil	“Hand” is metonymy for control, power or authority. Alternate translation: “handed them over to those who robbed them of their property” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1066	2KI	17	20	vab6	figs-metaphor	until he had cast them out of his sight	“his sight” is metaphor for attention and caring. Alternate translation: “until he got rid of them all” or “until they were no longer in his presence” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1067	2KI	17	21	f8vi	figs-metaphor	He tore Israel	“He tore” here is a metaphor for violent removal. Alternate translation: “Yahweh removed the people of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1068	2KI	17	21	tq3s		from the royal line of David	Alternate translation: “from the rule of David’s descendants”
1069	2KI	17	21	czk6		drove Israel away from following Yahweh	Alternate translation: “turned the people of Israel away from following Yahweh”
1070	2KI	17	22	e5r7		they did not depart from them	Alternate translation: “the Israelites did not stop committing these sins” or “they did not turn away from those sins”
1071	2KI	17	23	j42u	figs-metaphor	so Yahweh removed Israel from his sight	“Sight” here is a metaphor for attention and care. Alternate translation: “so Yahweh removed the people of Israel from his attention and care” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1072	2KI	17	24	f8bq	translate-names	Kuthah … Avva … Hamath … Sepharvaim	These are places in the Assyrian empire. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1073	2KI	17	25	ka1w		It happened at the beginning of their residence there that	Alternate translation: “When those people first lived there”
1074	2KI	17	26	k4vb		The nations that you have carried away and placed in the cities of Samaria	Alternate translation: “The people you have moved from other lands and sent to live in the cities of Samaria”
1075	2KI	17	26	k3lc		do not know the practices required by the god of the land	Alternate translation: “do not know how to worship the God that the Israelites worshiped in this land”
1076	2KI	17	27	f22x		Take one of the priests there whom you brought from there	Alternate translation: “Take a priest who came from Samaria back there”
1077	2KI	17	27	cv65		let him teach them	Alternate translation: “let the Samaritan priest teach the people who are living there now”
1078	2KI	17	30	fz4p	translate-names	Succoth Benoth … Nergal … Ashima	These are the names of gods, both male and female. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1079	2KI	17	30	pu6z	translate-names	Kuthah … Hamath	These are the names of places. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1080	2KI	17	31	dl97	translate-names	Nibhaz … Tartak	These are the names of gods, both male and female. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1081	2KI	17	31	s6iw	translate-names	Avvites … Sepharvites	These are the names of people groups. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1082	2KI	17	31	ksc4		burned their children in the fire	Alternate translation: “sacrificed their own children” or “burned their children in fire as an offering”
1083	2KI	17	32	uw4e		They	This refers to the pagan people that the king of Assyria moved into the cities of Samaria.
1084	2KI	17	34	z9z7		they persist in their old customs	Alternate translation: “they continue in the same habits as before”
1085	2KI	17	34	t4ss		They neither honor Yahweh	The people were only interested in appeasing Yahweh. They were either not interested or not aware Yahweh was interested in a relationship with them.
1086	2KI	17	36	fm9a		General Information:	The summary comes toward the end with an appeal to worship only Yahweh.
1087	2KI	17	36	xf5k	figs-metonymy	with great power and a raised arm	The phrase “raised arm” is metonymy for displaying power and means basically the same thing as “great power.” Alternate translation: “with very great power” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
1088	2KI	17	37	q8ze		keep them	Alternate translation: “obey them”
1089	2KI	17	39	gc8w		General Information:	The summary now ends with an appeal to worship only Yahweh and a description of the sins of the people.
1090	2KI	17	40	j2h1	figs-metaphor	They would not listen	“Listen” here is a metaphor for paying attention and acting on the command. Alternate translation: “They did not obey” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1091	2KI	17	41	ne8y		these nations feared Yahweh	These nations feared Yahweh only to the point of appeasing him the same way they treated their own gods.
1092	2KI	17	41	zh69		up to this day	“and have continued ever since.” The phrase “this day” refers to the time period in which the writer lived.
1093	2KI	18	intro	abci			# 2 Kings 18 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>This chapter begins the story of Hezekiah, one of the great kings of Judah (2 Kings 18 – 20). Because he was so important, there is more space dedicated to the history of his reign.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Trust in Yahweh<br>Hezekiah trusted and obeyed God. He stopped paying tribute to Assyria so the Assyrians invaded Judah. The Assyrian king told the people of Judah that resistance was useless. Despite this, Hezekiah trusted in the power of Yahweh. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/trust]])
1094	2KI	18	1	an23		General Information:	Hezekiah becomes king over Judah in place of his father King Ahaz.
1095	2KI	18	1	b49b	translate-names	Hoshea … Elah	These are the names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1096	2KI	18	2	u8q8	translate-names	Zechariah	These are the names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1097	2KI	18	2	zuh6	translate-names	Abijah	This is the name of a woman. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1098	2KI	18	3	asi6	figs-metaphor	He did what was right in the eyes of Yahweh	“In the eyes” here is a metaphor for Yahweh’s attention and care. Alternate translation: “King Hezekiah did what was right to Yahweh” or “Hezekiah did things that Yahweh said are right” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1099	2KI	18	4	qf1l		He removed the high places, destroyed the stone pillars, and cut down the Asherah poles	Alternate translation: “Hezekiah removed the high places of worship, smashed into pieces the memorial stones, and cut down the wooden poles of Asherah”
1100	2KI	18	4	rbd2	translate-names	Nehushtan	This name could be translated “Bronze Serpent Idol.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1101	2KI	18	6	pl2n	figs-metaphor	he held on to Yahweh	To “hold on” is metaphor for staying loyal and attached. Alternate translation: “Hezekiah stayed loyal to Yahweh” or “Hezekiah remained faithful to Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1102	2KI	18	7	q5ms		wherever he went he prospered	Alternate translation: “wherever Hezekiah went he was successful”
1103	2KI	18	8	jru2		fortified city	city with a wall all around it
1104	2KI	18	9	why1	translate-names	Hoshea … Elah … Shalmaneser	These are the names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1105	2KI	18	11	s3p4	translate-names	Halah … Habor River … Gozan	These are the names of places. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1106	2KI	18	11	nn5t	translate-names	Medes	This is the name of a people group. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1107	2KI	18	11	g59s		So the king of Assyria carried Israel away to Assyria	Alternate translation: “So the king of Assyria commanded his army to take the Israelites away from their homes, and he made them live in Assyria”
1108	2KI	18	12	u5f8	figs-metonymy	the voice of Yahweh	“Voice” is metonymy for the message about the command of Yahweh. Alternate translation: “the command of Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1109	2KI	18	13	n6yr	translate-names	Sennacherib	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1110	2KI	18	13	s9ts		fortified cities	Cities with walls around them for protection. See how you translated “fortified city” in [2 Kings 18:8](../18/08.md).
1111	2KI	18	14	bt6k	translate-names	Lachish	This is the name of a city. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1112	2KI	18	14	bdx1	figs-explicit	Withdraw from me	This expression assumes that “me” represents the kingdom of Hezekiah. Alternate translation: “Take your army out of my territory” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1113	2KI	18	14	fw46		Whatever you put on me I will bear	Alternate translation: “I will pay you whatever you demand of me”
1114	2KI	18	14	w755	translate-bmoney	talents	This is the name of type of weight that was used for money. One talent weighted about 33 kilograms. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bmoney]])
1115	2KI	18	15	w5qx		treasuries	This was the place in the palace where money and valuable things were stored.
1116	2KI	18	17	rw3n		the king of Assyria mobilized his great army, sending Tartan and Rabsaris and the chief commander	Sennacherib sent a group of men from his army to Jerusalem to meet with King Hezekiah, including officials named Tartan and Rabsaris.
1117	2KI	18	17	iz1r	translate-names	Tartan … Rabsaris	Some Bibles translate these as proper names. Other versions of the Bible translate them as titles. Alternate translation: “the Tartan … the Rabsaris” or “the leader of the soldier … a court official” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1118	2KI	18	17	hnu8	translate-names	Lachish	This is the name of a city. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1119	2KI	18	17	hq5b		the conduit of the upper pool	the channel where the water stored in the “upper pool” flows into the city of Jerusalem
1120	2KI	18	17	wj5c		stood by it	Alternate translation: “and waited there for King Hezekiah to meet with them”
1121	2KI	18	18	f4ny	translate-names	Eliakim … Hilkiah … Shebna … Joah … Asaph	These are the names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1122	2KI	18	19	fj2e	figs-rquestion	What is the source of your confidence?	The King of Assyria (through his messenger Rabshakeh) wants to make King Hezekiah doubt himself and Egypt’s support. He does not ask this question looking for an answer. Alternate translation: “You have no reason to think that you can defeat me.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1123	2KI	18	20	l4ks	figs-rquestion	In whom are you trusting, that you should rebel against me?	The King of Assyria (through his messenger Rabshakeh) wants to make King Hezekiah doubt himself and Egypt’s support. He does not ask this question looking for an answer. Alternate translation: “You cannot trust anyone to help you rebel against me.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1124	2KI	18	21	l67d	figs-metaphor	walking stick of this bruised reed of Egypt	The King of Assyria compares Egypt to a weak walking stick; you expect that it will support you when you lean on it, but instead it breaks and cuts you. Alternate translation: “the weak support from Egypt” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1125	2KI	18	21	vl81	figs-metaphor	but if a man leans … and pierce it	The speaker is extending the metaphor by describing what happens when a reed is used as a support. Alternate translation: “but if someone uses this for support, he will be injured” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1126	2KI	18	22	vr43	figs-rquestion	is not he the one whose high places … Jerusalem’?	This question assumes the listeners know the answer and is used for emphasis. Alternate translation: “You need to remember that he is the one whose high places … Jerusalem’!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1127	2KI	18	24	pmx6	figs-rquestion	How could you resist even one captain of the least of my master’s servants?	He asks this question to emphasize that the army of Hezekiah does not have the resources to fight. He also uses exaggeration to mock Hezekiah’s army. Alternate translation: This could mean: (1) “You could not defeat even one of the least of the king’s soldiers.” or (2) “You could not defeat a group of the king’s soldiers commanded by his least important officer.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
1128	2KI	18	25	s1nk	figs-rquestion	Have I traveled up here without Yahweh to fight against this place and destroy it?	He asks this question to emphasize that Yahweh is behind his success to obey the command to destroy Israel. Alternate translation: “Yahweh himself told us to come here and destroy this land!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1129	2KI	18	26	i5v3	translate-names	Eliakim … Hilkiah … Shebnah … Joah	Translate the names of these men as in [2 Kings 18:18](../18/18.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1130	2KI	18	26	t7mk	figs-metonymy	in the ears of the people who are on the wall	“In the ears” is metonymy for being able to listen. Alternate translation: “because the people standing on the city wall will hear it and be afraid” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1131	2KI	18	27	kju3	figs-rquestion	Has my master sent me to your master and to you to speak these words? Has he not sent me to the men who sit on the wall, who will have to eat their own dung and drink their own urine with you?	He asks these questions assuming the listeners know the answers to emphasize their intention to destroy and humiliate the leaders and people of Jerusalem. Alternate translation: “My master sent me not only to you and your master, but also to speak to the people in this city, who will suffer with you when they have to eat their own dung and drink their own urine to survive.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1132	2KI	18	29	es79	figs-metonymy	from my power	“my power” is metonymy for the ability of the king himself. Alternate translation: “from me” or “from the power of my army” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1133	2KI	18	30	x8a6	figs-activepassive	this city will not be given into the hand of the king of Assyria	This can be expressed in an active form. Alternate translation: “Yahweh will never allow the king of Assyria’s army to take this city” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1134	2KI	18	30	zg7s	figs-metonymy	the hand	“Hand” is metonymy for control, authority and power. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1135	2KI	18	31	e5tl		Make peace with me and come out to me	Alternate translation: “Come out of the city and surrender to me” or “Make an agreement with me to surrender, and come out of the city to me”
1136	2KI	18	31	c7we	figs-metaphor	his own vine … his own fig tree … his own cistern	These sources of food and water are metaphors for security and plenty. This also was a common way of expressing this idea. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
1137	2KI	18	32	hw3y	figs-metaphor	a land of grain and new wine … bread and vineyards … olive trees and honey	These are metaphors for having good things and plenty in daily life. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1138	2KI	18	33	yg4w	figs-rquestion	Has any of the gods … Assyria?	He asks this question for emphasis because they know the answer. Alternate translation: “None the gods of the peoples have rescued them … Assyria.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1139	2KI	18	34	v6ap	figs-rquestion	Where are the gods of … Arpad?	He asks this question for emphasis because they know the answer. Alternate translation: “I have destroyed the gods of … Arpad!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1140	2KI	18	34	vmd2	translate-names	Hamath … Arpad … Sepharvaim … Hena … Ivvah … Samaria	These are the names of places that represent the people living there. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1141	2KI	18	34	h7d8	figs-metonymy	out of my hand	“Hand” is metonymy for control, power, or authority. Alternate translation: “out from my control” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1142	2KI	18	35	tq6t	figs-rquestion	is there any god who has rescued his land from my power?	He asks this question for emphasis because they know the answer. Alternate translation: “No god has rescued his land from my power.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1143	2KI	18	35	a9gn	figs-metonymy	from my power	“My power” is metonymy for the person whose has the power. Alternate translation: “from me” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1144	2KI	18	35	pg2h	figs-rquestion	How could Yahweh save Jerusalem from my might?	He asks this question for emphasis because they know the answer. Alternate translation: “There is no way Yahweh can save Jerusalem from my might!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1145	2KI	18	37	qv1k	translate-names	Eliakim … Shebna … Joah … Asaph	These are the names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1146	2KI	18	37	ve84		who was over the household	Alternate translation: “who managed the king’s palace”
1147	2KI	18	37	ew4c		the recorder	Alternate translation: “the history keeper”
1148	2KI	18	37	k5bu		chief commander	and is the translation of the Hebrew; some see this as a personal name, “Rabshakeh”
1149	2KI	19	intro	abcj			# 2 Kings 19 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>The story of Hezekiah continues in this chapter.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### God’s power<br>God is in control of everything. God caused the Assyrian king to fail in conquering Jerusalem because he mocked God.<br><br>## Important figures of speech in this chapter<br><br>### Idiom<br><br>“The virgin daughter of Zion” here is an idiom meaning the people of Jerusalem. “The virgin daughter of Zion despises you and laughs you to scorn” means that “the people of Jerusalem know that Assyria will fail because they have mocked God.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
1150	2KI	19	1	kae1		house of Yahweh	This is another way of saying “temple of Yahweh.”
1151	2KI	19	2	aw2h	translate-names	Eliakim … Shebna … Isaiah … Amoz	These are all names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1152	2KI	19	2	vdb3		He sent Eliakim	Alternate translation: “Hezekiah sent Eliakim”
1153	2KI	19	2	jv2y		all covered with sackcloth	Alternate translation: “all wearing sackcloth”
1154	2KI	19	3	efp5		This day is a day of distress	Alternate translation: “This is a time of distress”
1155	2KI	19	3	a7nz	figs-metaphor	the children have come to the time of birth, but there is no strength for them to be born	This is a metaphor to describe how the people and their leaders have become so weak and unable to fight the enemy. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1156	2KI	19	4	nz1q		all the words of the chief commander	Alternate translation: “everything that the chief commander has said”
1157	2KI	19	4	dcy4	figs-metaphor	lift up your prayer	This a common way (an idiom) to use the action of lifting to metaphorically represent praying earnestly to Yahweh who is above us. Alternate translation: “pray earnestly” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
1158	2KI	19	7	r6aq		I will put a spirit in him, and he will hear a certain report and go back to his own land	Alternate translation: “I will control the attitude of the king of Assyria, so when he hears a report, he will want to return to his own country”
1159	2KI	19	7	y85x		I will put a spirit in him	“I will influence his thinking” or “I will cause him to think differently.” Here “spirit” probably refers to his attitude and thoughts, rather than to a spirit being.
1160	2KI	19	7	h1aj	figs-metonymy	I will cause him to fall by the sword	“Fall by the sword” is metonymy for being killed. Alternate translation: “I will cause him to die by the sword” or “I will cause some men to kill him with a sword” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1161	2KI	19	8	qdm5		the chief commander	Alternate translation: “the official from Assyria in charge under the king”
1162	2KI	19	8	z994		found the king of Assyria fighting	Alternate translation: “discovered that the Assyrian army was fighting”
1163	2KI	19	8	z9m6	translate-names	Libnah … Lachish	The names of cities in the kingdom of Judah. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1164	2KI	19	9	qp2v	translate-names	Sennacherib … Tirhakah	These are the names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1165	2KI	19	9	v22s		had mobilized to fight against him	Alternate translation: “had prepared his army to fight against Assyria”
1166	2KI	19	9	qsw8		so he sent	Alternate translation: “so Sennacherib sent”
1167	2KI	19	9	mjm3		a message	This message was written in a letter.
1168	2KI	19	10	gg2n		General Information:	This is the message that King Sennacharib of Assyria sent to King Hezekiah.
1169	2KI	19	10	rv7t		Do not let your God in whom you trust deceive you, saying	Alternate translation: “Do not believe your God in whom you trust. He is lying when he says”
1170	2KI	19	10	rl75	figs-metonymy	the hand of the king of Assyria	“Hand” is metonymy for control, authority or power. Alternate translation: “the control of the government of Assyria” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1171	2KI	19	11	yi6z		See, you have heard	“Notice, you have heard” or “You have certainly heard.” Here “see” was used to draw attention to what he was about to say next.
1172	2KI	19	11	rg7k	figs-rquestion	So will you be rescued?	Sennacharib used this question to emphasize that God will not be able to rescue them. Alternate translation: “Your God will not rescue you!” or “You will not be able to escape either!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1173	2KI	19	12	t2qt	figs-rquestion	Have the gods of the nations rescued them, the nations … destroyed: Gozan … Assar?	This question assumes Hezekiah knows the answer and provides emphasis. Alternate translation: “The gods of the nations, the nations … destroyed—Gozan … Assar—certainly did not rescue them!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1174	2KI	19	12	qh8k		my fathers	Alternate translation: “the previous kings of Assyria” or “the armies of the previous kings of Assyria”
1175	2KI	19	12	jlk5	translate-names	Gozan … Haran … Rezeph … Eden … Tel Assar	These are all place names. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1176	2KI	19	13	qr8p	translate-names	Hamath … Arpad … Sepharvaim … Hena … Ivvah	These are all place names. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1177	2KI	19	14	rl14		this letter	This refers to the letter that King Sennacherib of Assyria sent to Hezekiah ([2 Kings 19:8](../19/08.md)).
1178	2KI	19	15	tj35	figs-explicit	you who sit above the cherubim	You may need to make explicit that the cherubim are those on the lid of the ark of the covenant. The biblical writers often spoke of the ark of the covenant as if it were Yahweh’s footstool upon which he rested his feet as he sat on his throne in heaven above. Alternate translation: “you who sit on your throne above the cherubim on the ark of the covenant” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1179	2KI	19	16	ww68	figs-parallelism	Turn your ear, Yahweh, and listen. Open your eyes, Yahweh, and see	Both of these sentences urge Yahweh to pay attention to the things that Sennacherib is saying. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-parallelism]])
1180	2KI	19	16	l4xg	figs-doublet	Turn your ear, Yahweh, and listen	The words “Turn your ear” and “listen” mean the same thing and add emphasis to the plea. Alternate translation: “Yahweh, please listen to what he is saying” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
1181	2KI	19	16	ts43	figs-doublet	Open your eyes, Yahweh, and see	The words “Open your eyes” and “see” mean the same thing and add emphasis to the plea. Alternate translation: “Yahweh, please pay attention to what is happening” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
1182	2KI	19	18	j5ic		They have put their gods into the fire	Alternate translation: “The Assyrian kings have burned up the gods of the other nations”
1183	2KI	19	18	eb8e		Assyrians have destroyed them	Alternate translation: “Assyrians have destroyed both the nations and the nations’ gods”
1184	2KI	19	19	wfb4		I implore you	Alternate translation: “I beg of you”
1185	2KI	19	19	d477		from his power	Alternate translation: “from the power of the King of Assyria” or “from the armies of the King of Assyria”
1186	2KI	19	21	x6cw	figs-metaphor	The virgin daughter of Zion	“Virgin daughter” here is a metaphor for the people of Jerusalem as if they are young, vibrant and beautiful. The term “daughter” was used to give personal characteristics to cities by some biblical writers. Alternate translation: “The beautiful people of Jerusalem” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-personification]])
1187	2KI	19	21	rt7t	figs-parallelism	The virgin daughter of Zion despises you and laughs you to scorn. The daughter of Jerusalem shakes her head at you.	Both of these sentences intend to give the same meaning. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-parallelism]])
1188	2KI	19	21	nn9v	figs-metaphor	The daughter of Jerusalem	“Daughter” is metaphor for the people of Jerusalem. Alternate translation: “The people of the city of Jerusalem” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1189	2KI	19	21	m7lx	figs-metaphor	shakes her head at you	This action is a metaphor to represent disdain at the pride of the Assyrians. Alternate translation: “scorns you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1190	2KI	19	22	j2sr	figs-rquestion	Whom have you defied and insulted? Against whom have you exalted your voice and lifted up your eyes in pride? Against the Holy One of Israel!	Yahweh uses rhetorical questions to rebuke Sennacherib. Alternate translation: “You have defied and insulted me! You have exalted your voice and lifted up your eyes in pride against me, the Holy One of Israel!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1191	2KI	19	22	xs5l	figs-metonymy	lifted up your eyes in pride	“lifted up your eyes in pride” is metonymy for a haughty or arrogant facial expression. Alternate translation: “looked at very proudly” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1192	2KI	19	22	bu8e		the Holy One of Israel	An expression for the God of Israel, Yahweh.
1193	2KI	19	23	l4ei		you have defied the Lord	To “defy” is to openly resist or mock.
1194	2KI	19	23	fz73	figs-synecdoche	I have gone up … I will cut down … I will enter	These boasts made by Sennacherib could only be fulfilled by his army. The pronoun “I” represents him and his army. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
1195	2KI	19	24	q99y	figs-hyperbole	I dried up all the rivers of Egypt under the soles of my feet.	This is a boast that Sennacherib has so many soldiers that their feet dry up the water when they cross a river. This is an exaggeration to emphasize the great number of soldiers he has. Alternate translation: “And by marching through the streams of Egypt, we dried them all up!” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
1196	2KI	19	25	r3ai	figs-rquestion	Have you not heard how … times?	To make the point strongly this question assumes the listener knows the answer. Alternate translation: “Surely you know how … times.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1197	2KI	19	25	pi5d		impregnable cities	Alternate translation: “cities that cannot be captured” or “cities surrounded by high walls”
1198	2KI	19	26	cp3z	figs-metaphor	plants in the field, green grass	This metaphor compares the weak victims of the Assyrian advance to fragile plants. Alternate translation: “as frail as plants and grass in the fields” or “as weak as shallow rooted plants” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1199	2KI	19	26	u3mn	figs-metaphor	the grass on the roof or in the field, burned before it has grown up	This continues the metaphor comparing the weak victims of the Assyrian advance to fragile plants in difficult conditions for growing fully. Alternate translation: “like grass before it has matured” or “like grass before it has grown tall” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1200	2KI	19	27	u4xv		raging against me	Alternate translation: “angry shouting about me”
1201	2KI	19	28	sm7p	figs-metonymy	because your arrogance has reached my ears	“Ears” are metonymy for listening or hearing. Alternate translation: “because I have heard your proud words” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1202	2KI	19	28	m3jm	figs-metaphor	I will put my hook in your nose, and my bit in your mouth	A “hook” and a “bit” (to control a horse) are metaphors for Yahweh’s control of Sennacherib. Alternate translation: “I will lead you like an animal” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1203	2KI	19	28	c2rz	figs-explicit	I will turn you back the way you came	That Sennacherib will return home before he can conquer Jerusalem can be stated clearly. Alternate translation: “I will make you return to your own country the same way you came, without conquering Jerusalem” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1204	2KI	19	29	gx3t		grows wild	Alternate translation: “grows without having been planted”
1205	2KI	19	30	gtq1	figs-metaphor	The remnant of the house of Judah that survives will again take root and bear fruit	This metaphor compares restoration of the remnant to plantings that take hold and produce results. Alternate translation: “The people of Judah who remain alive will restore their lives and prosperity” or “The people who remain in Judah will prosper and have many children” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1206	2KI	19	31	q41h		The zeal of Yahweh of hosts will do this	Alternate translation: “The strong action of Yahweh will make this happen”
1207	2KI	19	32	q83i	figs-parallelism	General Information:	This is the end of the message from Yahweh, spoken through the prophet Isaiah to King Hezekiah. It uses parallelism throughout. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-parallelism]])
1208	2KI	19	32	l47x	figs-metonymy	nor shoot an arrow here	“Arrow” is metonymy representing all tools of warfare and destruction. Alternate translation: “nor do any fighting here” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1209	2KI	19	32	u923		or build up a siege ramp against it	Alternate translation: “and they will not even build up high mounds of earth against the city wall to enable them to attack the city”
1210	2KI	19	33	r75c	figs-123person	this is Yahweh’s declaration	Yahweh speaks of himself by name to express the certainty of what he is declaring. Alternate translation: “this is what Yahweh has declared” or “this is what I, Yahweh, have declared” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-123person]])
1211	2KI	19	34	pa6n		for my own sake and for my servant David’s sake	Alternate translation: “for the sake of my own reputation and because of what I promised to King David, who served me well”
1212	2KI	19	35	n87u		It came about	Alternate translation: “It happened”
1213	2KI	19	35	g563	translate-numbers	185,000 soldiers	“one hundred eighty-five thousand soldiers” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
1214	2KI	19	35	d5f2		When the men arose	Alternate translation: “When the men who were left alive got up”
1215	2KI	19	37	txi6	translate-names	Adrammelek … Sharezer … Esarhaddon	These are the names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1216	2KI	20	intro	abck			# 2 Kings 20 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>This chapter finishes the story of Hezekiah.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Hezekiah’s additional time<br>God hears the distressed call of his faithful believers. Hezekiah was dying but when he prayed, God gave him 15 more years of life. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/faithful]] and [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/believe]])
1217	2KI	20	1	dhm5	figs-metonymy	Set your house in order	“House” is metonymy for what was under Hezekiah’s control. Alternate translation: “Give final instructions to your household and government” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1218	2KI	20	3	y2ay	figs-idiom	call to mind	This is a common way of speaking, an idiom, urging Yahweh to remember. Alternate translation: “remember” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
1219	2KI	20	3	vts1	figs-idiom	walked	This is an idiom. Alternate translation: “lived my life” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
1220	2KI	20	3	mv7z	figs-metaphor	good in your sight	Here sight represents judgment or evaluation. Alternate translation: “in your judgment” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1221	2KI	20	4	ad2v	figs-metonymy	the word of Yahweh came	“Word” represents the message Yahweh revealed to Isaiah. This is a common way of speaking, an idiom. Alternate translation: “Yahweh spoke his word” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
1222	2KI	20	5	j5zi	figs-parallelism	I have heard your prayer, and I have seen your tears	The second part reinforces the first part to make one message by using parallelism. Alternate translation: “I have heard your prayers and seen your tears” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-parallelism]])
1223	2KI	20	5	jaq6		on the third day	Alternate translation: “two days from now” The day Isaiah said this was the first day, so “the third day” would be the same as “two days from now.”
1224	2KI	20	6	p9us	translate-numbers	fifteen years	15 years (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
1225	2KI	20	6	tej9	figs-metonymy	from the hand of the king of Assyria	“Hand” is metonymy for power, authority and control. Alternate translation: “from the control of the king of Assyria” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1226	2KI	20	7	y9eu		lump of figs	Alternate translation: “paste made of boiled figs”
1227	2KI	20	7	xl9g		They did so and put it on his boil	Alternate translation: “Hezekiah’s servants did this and put the paste on Hezekiah’s sore”
1228	2KI	20	9	kr84	figs-explicit	Shall the shadow go forward ten steps, or go back ten steps?	The source of “the shadow” can be stated clearly. Alternate translation: “Do you want Yahweh to make the shadow caused by the sunlight on the stairway to go forward ten steps or to go back ten steps?” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1229	2KI	20	9	wf56		ten steps	This expression refers to the “stairway of Ahaz” in [2 Kings 20:11](../20/11.md). This was probably a special stairway built for King Ahaz in such a way that its steps marked the hours of daylight as the sun’s rays advanced along them. In this way, the staircase served to tell the time during the day.
1230	2KI	20	10	tm24	figs-explicit	It is an easy thing for the shadow to go forward ten steps	Why “it is an easy thing” can be stated clearly. “It is easy to cause the shadow to move forward ten steps, because that is the normal thing for it to do” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1231	2KI	20	11	n148	figs-explicit	the stairway of Ahaz	This was probably a special stairway built for King Ahaz in such a way that its steps marked the hours of daylight as the sun’s rays advanced along them. In this way, the staircase served to tell the time during the day. Alternate translation: “the steps that had been built for King Ahaz” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1232	2KI	20	12	q3u5	translate-names	Marduk-Baladan … Baladan	These are the names of the king of Babylon and his son. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1233	2KI	20	13	dh37		listened to those letters	Alternate translation: “carefully considered those letters” or “heard the message from the king of Babylon”
1234	2KI	20	13	zgg3	figs-doublenegatives	There was nothing in his house, nor in all his kingdom, that Hezekiah did not show them	Here “There was nothing … did not show them” is an exaggeration used for emphasis. It means Hezekiah showed them all of his most valuable things. This can be stated in positive form. Alternate translation: “Hezekiah showed him absolutely everything valuable in his house and in all his kingdom” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublenegatives]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
1235	2KI	20	14	neq3		these men	This refers to the men sent to King Hezekiah with a message and gifts from Marduk-Baladan.
1236	2KI	20	15	fkx7	figs-hyperbole	They have seen everything in my house. There is nothing among my valuable things that I have not shown them	Hezekiah repeats the same idea in two ways to emphasize his point. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-parallelism]])
1237	2KI	20	15	mau7	figs-doublenegatives	There is nothing among my valuable things that I have not shown them	“Nothing” and “not” cancel each other out to make the idea positive. This exaggeration is used for emphasis. Alternate translation: “I showed them absolutely every one of my valuable things” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublenegatives]])
1238	2KI	20	16	yw6e	figs-explicit	So Isaiah said to Hezekiah	Why Isaiah spoke can be stated clearly. Alternate translation: “So, because Isaiah knew Hezekiah had been foolish to show the men all his valuable things, Isaiah said to him” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1239	2KI	20	16	nu7p		the word of Yahweh	Alternate translation: “the message of Yahweh”
1240	2KI	20	17	wr4s		Look, the days are about to come when	“Listen to me, someday there will come a time when”; “Look” is used to draw attention to what Isaiah is about to tell Hezekiah.
1241	2KI	20	17	dsd6	figs-synecdoche	the days	“Days” is synecdoche to refer to an undefined span of time. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
1242	2KI	20	19	aw9p		For he thought	Alternate translation: “Because Hezekiah thought”
1243	2KI	20	19	jej2	figs-rquestion	Will there not be peace and stability in my days?	Hezekiah asks this question for emphasis knowing the answer already. Alternate translation: “I can be sure that there will be peace and stability in my days.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1244	2KI	20	20	fgv7		pool	A small area of still water for storage
1245	2KI	20	20	xm9s		conduit	A tunnel for carrying the water
1246	2KI	20	20	v69i	figs-rquestion	are they not written in the book of the events of the kings of Judah?	This question is used to remind the reader that these things are recorded. See how this phrase is translated in [2 Kings 8:23](../08/23.md). Alternate translation: “they are written in the book of the history of the kings of Judah.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1247	2KI	21	intro	abcl			# 2 Kings 21 General Notes<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### God’s judgment<br>God judges sin. When Manasseh worshiped idols and did many evil things, God said he would cause Judah to be destroyed by its enemies. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/judge]] and [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/sin]] and [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/evil]])<br><br>## Important figures of speech in this chapter<br><br>### Simile<br><br>“I will wipe Jerusalem clean, as a man wipes a dish, wiping it and turning it upside down” means “God would completely destroy Jerusalem.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
1248	2KI	21	1	cuc4	translate-names	Hephzibah	The mother of King Manasseh (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1249	2KI	21	2	k3ux	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1250	2KI	21	2	qx6p		like the disgusting things	Another possible meaning is “including the disgusting things.”
1251	2KI	21	3	i746	figs-metonymy	he rebuilt the high places … he built altars for Baal, made an Asherah pole	Manasseh would have commanded his workers to do the building for him. Alternate translation: “he had the high places rebuilt … he had altars built for Baal, had an Asherah pole made” or “he had his workers rebuild the high places … he had them build altars for Baal, make an Asherah pole” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1252	2KI	21	4	tf5j	figs-metonymy	It is in Jerusalem that my name will be forever	The name is a metonym for the person. Alternate translation: “Jerusalem is where I will forever make known who I am” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1253	2KI	21	5	lm3d	figs-explicit	He built altars for all the stars of heaven in the two courtyards of the house of Yahweh	It is implied that he built these altars so people could make sacrifices and worship the stars. Also, he would not have built these altars himself, rather he would have commanded his workers to do it. Alternate translation: “He had his workers build altars in the two courtyards of the house of Yahweh so that the people could worship the stars and offer them sacrifices” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1254	2KI	21	6	nlv5	figs-explicit	He caused his son to pass through the fire	You may need to make explicit why he caused his son be put into the fire and what happened after he did so. Alternate translation: “He burned his son to death as an offering to his gods” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1255	2KI	21	6	qw58		consulted with	Alternate translation: “asked for information from”
1256	2KI	21	6	p47l	figs-metaphor	much evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. See how you translated a similar phrase in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “many things that were evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “many things that Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1257	2KI	21	7	sss9	figs-metonymy	that he had made	Manasseh probably did not do the work. His servants would have done the work. Alternate translation: “that Manasseh had ordered his servants to make” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1258	2KI	21	7	p35n	figs-metonymy	that I will put my name forever	Here Yahweh putting his “name” on the temple represents him designating it as the place to worship him. Alternate translation: “where I want people to worship me forever” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1259	2KI	21	8	ysn5	figs-synecdoche	the feet of Israel	The feet are a synecdoche for the person. Alternate translation: “the people of Israel” or “the Israelites” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
1260	2KI	21	9	g14q	figs-metonymy	even more than the nations that Yahweh had destroyed before the people of Israel	Here “nations” refers to the people who had lived in the land of Canaan before the Israelites had arrived. Alternate translation: “even more than the people whom Yahweh had destroyed as the people of Israel advanced through the land” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1261	2KI	21	13	j6kz	figs-metaphor	stretch over Jerusalem the measuring line used against Samaria, and the plumb line used against the house of Ahab	The words “measuring line” and “plumb line” are metaphors for the standards Yahweh uses to judge people. Alternate translation: “judge Jerusalem using the same measure I used when I judged Samaria and the house of Ahab” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1262	2KI	21	13	vp2y	figs-metonymy	against Samaria	Samaria is the capital city and it represents all the people of the kingdom of Israel. Alternate translation: “against the people of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1263	2KI	21	13	db7n		plumb line	a tool made of a heavy weight and a thin rope used to show if a wall is straight
1264	2KI	21	13	udx3	figs-metonymy	the house of Ahab	Here “house” represents family. Alternate translation: “the family of Ahab” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1265	2KI	21	14	n7z2		I will throw off	Alternate translation: “I will abandon” or “I will reject”
1266	2KI	21	14	nm49	figs-synecdoche	give them into the hand of their enemies	Here the “hand” of the enemies refers to their enemies’ control. Alternate translation: “let their enemies defeat them and take over their land” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
1267	2KI	21	16	db4v		Moreover, Manasseh	Alternate translation: “Also, Manasseh” or “In addition, Manasseh”
1268	2KI	21	16	f4ns	figs-metonymy	Manasseh shed much innocent blood	The words “shed much innocent blood” are a metonym for killing people violently. It might be best to translate this so the reader understands that other people helped Manasseh do this. Alternate translation: “Manasseh ordered his soldiers to kill many innocent people” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1269	2KI	21	16	sx9u	figs-hyperbole	he had filled Jerusalem from one end to another with death	This hyperbole emphasizes the great number of people Manasseh had killed throughout Jerusalem. If your language does not use an abstract noun for the idea behind the word death, you could express the same idea with a verbal form such as “dead people.” Alternate translation: “there were very many dead people throughout Jerusalem” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])
1270	2KI	21	16	ff48	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1271	2KI	21	17	ce1p	figs-activepassive	are they not written … Judah?	This can be expressed in active form and assumes that the answer is positive. The question is rhetorical and is used for emphasis. See how this phrase is translated in [2 Kings 8:23](../08/23.md). Alternate translation: “they are written … Judah.” or “you can find them … Judah.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1272	2KI	21	18	i542	figs-euphemism	slept with his ancestors and	This is a polite way of saying he “died, as his ancestors had, and” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
1273	2KI	21	18	rhh9	translate-names	the garden of Uzza	This could mean: (1) “the garden that had once belonged to a man named Uzza” or (2) “Uzza Garden.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1274	2KI	21	18	b29b	translate-names	Amon	This is a man’s name (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1275	2KI	21	19	np3n	translate-names	Amon … Haruz	These are names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1276	2KI	21	19	wqq6	translate-names	Meshullemeth	This is the name of a woman. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1277	2KI	21	19	qwh8	translate-names	Jotbah	This is the name of a city. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1278	2KI	21	20	xn3z	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1279	2KI	21	21	hks2	figs-metaphor	followed in all the way that his father had walked in	“walked in all the ways that his father walked in.” The way a person lives is spoken of as if that person were walking on a path. Alternate translation: “lived completely the way his father had lived” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1280	2KI	21	22	r996		He abandoned Yahweh	Alternate translation: “He went away from Yahweh” or “He paid no more attention to Yahweh”
1281	2KI	21	23	km8a		conspired against him	Alternate translation: “made plans and worked together to harm him”
1282	2KI	21	24	pwu1	figs-hyperbole	the people of the land	This is a generalization. Alternate translation: “some of the people in Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
1283	2KI	21	24	nj33		conspired against	“made plans and worked together to harm.” See how you translated this in [2 Kings 21:23](../21/23.md).
1284	2KI	21	25	zcb6	figs-activepassive	are they not written … Judah?	This can be expressed in active form and assumes that the answer is positive. The question is rhetorical and is used for emphasis. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 8:23](../08/23.md). Alternate translation: “they are written … Judah.” or “you can find them … Judah.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1285	2KI	21	26	zpi6	translate-names	the garden of Uzza	This could mean: (1) “the garden that had once belonged to a man named Uzza” or (2) “Uzza Garden.” See how you translated this in [2 Kings 21:18](../21/18.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1286	2KI	22	intro	abcm			# 2 Kings 22 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>The next two chapters (2 Kings 22-23) tell about the spiritual revival under King Josiah. A revival occurs when the people begin to worship Yahweh properly again. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/spirit]])<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### The law<br>The priests found a copy of the law in the temple and took it to the king. He was upset because the people had disobeyed the law so badly. Josiah asked God about it. God said that he would destroy Judah for these sins but not in Josiah’s lifetime, since he humbled himself and wanted to do better. Many scholars believe this was a copy of the book of Deuteronomy. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/priest]], [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/lawofmoses]] and [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/temple]] and [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/sin]])
1287	2KI	22	1	gp47	translate-numbers	thirty-one years	“31 years” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
1288	2KI	22	1	ne6n	translate-names	Jedidah	This is the name of a woman. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1289	2KI	22	1	wgp7	translate-names	Adaiah	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1290	2KI	22	1	vv8d	translate-names	Bozkath	This is the name of a town in Judah. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1291	2KI	22	2	q688	figs-metonymy	He did what was right in the eyes of Yahweh	Here “eyes” represents Yahweh’s thoughts or what he considered about something. Alternate translation: “He did what Yahweh considered to be right” or “He did what was right according to Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1292	2KI	22	2	ly8g	figs-metaphor	He walked in all the way of David his ancestor	“He walked in all the ways of David his ancestor” Josiah behaving as David did is spoken of as if he walked on the same road or way as David. Alternate translation: “He lived the way David his ancestor had lived” or “He followed the example of David his ancestor” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1293	2KI	22	2	n1m8	figs-metaphor	he did not turn away either to the right or to the left	To fully obey Yahweh is spoken of as if a person were on the correct road and never turned from it. Alternate translation: “he did not do anything that would displease Yahweh” or “he fully obeyed all the laws of Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1294	2KI	22	3	p4bf		It came about that	If your language has a way to mark the beginning of a new part of the story, consider using it here.
1295	2KI	22	3	hab4	translate-ordinal	the eighteenth year	“Eighteenth” is the ordinal form of 18. Alternate translation: “year 18” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
1296	2KI	22	3	kxh4	translate-names	Shaphan … Azaliah … Meshullam	These are men’s names. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1297	2KI	22	4	alb5		Go up to Hilkiah	The phrase “Go up” is used because Yahweh’s temple was higher in elevation than where King Josiah was located. Alternate translation: “Go to Hilkiah”
1298	2KI	22	4	dub3	translate-names	Hilkiah	This is a man’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1299	2KI	22	4	sf26	figs-activepassive	that has been brought into the house of Yahweh, which the temple guards have gathered from the people	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “that the temple guards who gathered the money from the people brought into the temple of Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1300	2KI	22	4	xz1u		house of Yahweh	This is another name for the “temple” (verse 3).
1301	2KI	22	5	g4kj		house of Yahweh … in the temple	Here “house of Yahweh” and “temple” mean the same thing.
1302	2KI	22	5	xuv8	figs-synecdoche	Let it be given into the hand of the workmen	Here “hand” represents the workmen as a whole. If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “Tell Hilkiah to give the money to the workmen” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1303	2KI	22	6	i313		Let them give money	Here “them” refers to the workmen who are in charge of the house of Yahweh in [2 Kings 22:5](../22/05.md).
1304	2KI	22	6	r9kj		the carpenters, the builders, and the masons	These are the same as the workmen who are in the house of Yahweh in [2 Kings 22:5](../22/05.md). Here the workers are described in more detail.
1305	2KI	22	6	j71y		carpenters	workers who build with wood
1306	2KI	22	6	ql4r		masons	workers who build with stone
1307	2KI	22	7	ieq6		was given to them … because they handled	Here “them” and “they” refer to the workmen who are in charge of the house of Yahweh in [2 Kings 22:5](../22/05.md).
1308	2KI	22	7	hkm7	figs-activepassive	no accounting was required for the money that was given to them	If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “the workmen who were in charge did not have to report how they used the money that the temple guards gave them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1309	2KI	22	7	dt6w		because they handled it faithfully	Alternate translation: “because they used the money honestly”
1310	2KI	22	8	hf68	translate-names	Hilkiah	This is the name of a man. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 18:18](../18/18.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1311	2KI	22	8	n1xt		the book of the law	Most likely these laws were written on a scroll. A scroll was a type of book made of one long, rolled-up sheet of papyrus or leather.
1312	2KI	22	9	xt1w	figs-synecdoche	given it into the hand of the workmen	Here “hand” represents the workmen as a whole. Alternate translation: “given it to the workmen” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
1313	2KI	22	11	jl4t		It came about that	If your language has a way to mark the beginning of a new part of the story, consider using it here.
1314	2KI	22	11	nye3	figs-metonymy	had heard the words of the law	Here “words” represents the message of the law. Alternate translation: “had heard the laws that were written in the book” or “had heard the laws that were written in the scroll” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1315	2KI	22	11	d65n	translate-symaction	he tore his clothes	This is a symbolic action that indicates intense grief or sadness. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]])
1316	2KI	22	12	qm31	translate-names	Ahikam … Shaphan … Akbor … Micaiah … Asaiah	These are names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1317	2KI	22	13	xl33		Go and consult with Yahweh	It is made clear in 22:14 that the king means for the men to go to the prophetess of Yahweh to determine Yahweh’s will.
1318	2KI	22	13	r823		consult	to go to someone to ask for advice
1319	2KI	22	13	u6an	figs-synecdoche	the words of this book that has been found	Here “words” represents the laws. If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “the laws in this book that Hilkiah has found” (See:[[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1320	2KI	22	13	u2jp	figs-metaphor	For great is the anger of Yahweh that has been kindled against us	Yahweh’s anger is spoken of as if it were a fire that was lit. Alternate translation: “For Yahweh is very angry with us” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1321	2KI	22	13	e5fi	figs-activepassive	all that was written concerning us	This refers to the law that was given to Israel. If your language does not use the passive form in this way, you can state this in active form or in another way that is natural in your language. Alternate translation: “all that Moses wrote in the law that we should do” or “all the laws that God gave through Moses to the people of Israel” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1322	2KI	22	14	hj95	translate-names	Huldah	This is a woman’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1323	2KI	22	14	lc23	translate-names	Shallum … Tikvah … Harhas	These are men’s names. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1324	2KI	22	14	fia7		keeper of the wardrobe	This could mean: (1) the person who took care of the clothing that priests wore in the temple or (2) the person who took care of the king’s clothing.
1325	2KI	22	14	at8l	figs-explicit	she lived in Jerusalem in the second quarter	Here “second quarter” refers to the new part of the city that was built on the north side of Jerusalem. Also, “second” is the ordinal form of 2. Alternate translation: “she lived in Jerusalem in the new part of the city” or “she lived in the new part of Jerusalem” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
1326	2KI	22	15	lf4s		the man who sent you to me	Here “the man” refers to King Josiah.
1327	2KI	22	16	y4st	figs-metaphor	I will bring disaster to this place and to its inhabitants	Yahweh causing terrible things to happen is spoken of as if disaster were an object that he could bring to a place. Alternate translation: “I will cause terrible things to happen to this place and to those who live there” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1328	2KI	22	16	p6qx	figs-synecdoche	to this place	“to Jerusalem.” This refers to the city of Jerusalem which represents the whole land of Judah. Alternate translation: “to Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
1329	2KI	22	17	syg8	figs-metaphor	my anger has been kindled against this place, and it will not be extinguished	Yahweh’s anger is spoken of as if it were a fire that was lit. Alternate translation: “my anger against this place is like a fire that cannot be put out” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1330	2KI	22	17	c75r	figs-metonymy	this place	Here “place” represents the people who live in Jerusalem and Judah. Alternate translation: “these people” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1331	2KI	22	18	a12h	figs-metonymy	About the words that you heard	Here “words” represents the message that Huldah just spoke. Alternate translation: “About the message that you heard” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1332	2KI	22	19	cu8x	figs-metonymy	because your heart was tender	Here “heart” represents a person’s inner being. Feeling sorry is spoken of as if the heart were tender. Alternate translation: “because you felt sorry” or “because you repented” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1333	2KI	22	19	ef3w	figs-abstractnouns	that they would become a desolation and a curse	The abstract nouns “desolation” and “curse” can be stated as an adjective and a verb. Alternate translation: “that I would make the land desolate and would curse them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])
1334	2KI	22	19	tca8	translate-symaction	torn your clothes	This is a symbolic action that indicates intense grief or sadness. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]])
1335	2KI	22	19	u682	figs-123person	this is Yahweh’s declaration	Yahweh speaks of himself by name to express the certainty of what he is declaring. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 19:33](../19/33.md). Alternate translation: “this is what Yahweh has declared” or “this is what I, Yahweh, have declared” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-123person]])
1336	2KI	22	20	t38r		General Information:	This is the end of the message from Yahweh to King Josiah through the prophetess Huldah.
1337	2KI	22	20	cn5j	figs-parallelism	See, I will gather you to your ancestors, and you will be gathered to your grave in peace	Both statements mean basically the same thing. They are polite ways of saying he will die. Alternate translation: “So I will allow you to die and be buried peacefully” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-parallelism]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
1338	2KI	22	20	qgs2	figs-metonymy	Your eyes will not see	Here “will not see” represents not experiencing something. Alternate translation: “You will not experience” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1339	2KI	22	20	mc6n	figs-synecdoche	Your eyes	Here “eyes” represents the whole person. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
1340	2KI	22	20	j2cn	figs-metaphor	the disaster that I will bring upon this place	Yahweh causing terrible things to happen is spoken of as if disaster were an object that Yahweh would bring to a place. Alternate translation: “the terrible things I will cause to happen in this place” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1341	2KI	23	intro	abcn			# 2 Kings 23 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>The story of Josiah ends in this chapter.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Ending idolatry<br>Josiah destroyed idolatry in Judah and in the deserted areas of Israel. But he fought against Egypt and was killed in battle. After his death, Egypt set up a government of Judah that it controlled.
1342	2KI	23	2	yx5s	figs-hyperbole	all the men of Judah and all the inhabitants of Jerusalem	This is a generalization. Alternate translation: “many other people” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
1343	2KI	23	2	bw8g	figs-merism	from small to great	This merism includes everyone in between. Alternate translation: “from the least important to the most important” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-merism]])
1344	2KI	23	2	k1ai		He then read in their hearing	Alternate translation: “Then the king read aloud so that they could hear”
1345	2KI	23	2	wxs2	figs-activepassive	that had been found	In [2 Kings 22:8](../22/08.md) it states that Hilkiah found the book. This can be translated in active form. Alternate translation: “that Hilkiah had found” or “that they had found” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1346	2KI	23	3	lg2w	figs-metaphor	walk after Yahweh	The way a person lives is spoken of as if that person were walking on a path, and “to walk after” someone is a metonym for doing what that other person does or wants others to do. Alternate translation: “live obeying Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1347	2KI	23	3	v7nf	figs-doublet	his commandments, his regulations, and his statutes	These words all share similar meanings. Together they emphasize everything that Yahweh had commanded in the law. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
1348	2KI	23	3	jl5a	figs-idiom	with all his heart and all his soul	The idiom “with all his heart” means “completely” and “with all his soul” means “with all his being.” These two phrases have similar meanings. Alternate translation: “with all his being” or “with all his energy” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
1349	2KI	23	3	lb9c	figs-activepassive	that were written in this book	This can be translated in active form. Alternate translation: “that this book contained” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1350	2KI	23	3	ecz5	figs-idiom	stand by the covenant	This idiom means to “obey the terms of the covenant.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
1351	2KI	23	4	sx3u		the priests under him	Alternate translation: “the other priests who served him”
1352	2KI	23	4	vy6i		gatekeepers	men who guarded the gates to the temple
1353	2KI	23	4	i5uk		for Baal … for all the stars	Alternate translation: “so people could use them to worship Baal … so people could use them to worship all the stars”
1354	2KI	23	4	vje6	figs-metonymy	He burned … and carried	The word “he” refers to Josiah. He would have commanded his workers to do these things. It is likely that Hilkiah and the priests who assisted him did these things. Alternate translation: “he had them burn them … and carry them” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1355	2KI	23	4	qsq2	translate-names	Kidron Valley … Bethel	names of places (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1356	2KI	23	5	i5fz	figs-metonymy	He got rid	The word “He” refers to Josiah. He would have commanded his workers to do these things. It is likely that Hilkiah and the priests who assisted him did these things. Alternate translation: “He had them get rid” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1357	2KI	23	5	p31g		to Baal, to the sun and the moon, to the planets, and to all the stars	Alternate translation: “as a way to worship Baal, the sun and the moon, the planets, and all the stars”
1358	2KI	23	6	ueh3	figs-metonymy	He brought out … and burned it … He beat it … and threw	The word “he” refers to Josiah. He would have commanded his workers to do these things. Hilkiah and the priests who assisted him did these things. Alternate translation: “He had them bring out … and burn it … He had them beat it … and throw” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1359	2KI	23	7	vc4c	figs-metonymy	He cleared	The word “He” refers to Josiah. He would have commanded his workers to do these things. Hilkiah and the priests who assisted him did these things. Alternate translation: “He had them clear” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1360	2KI	23	7	qn4w		wove garments	Alternate translation: “made clothes”
1361	2KI	23	8	rlc8	figs-metonymy	Josiah brought … and defiled … He destroyed	Josiah would have commanded his workers to do these things. It is likely that Hilkiah and the priests who assisted him did these things. Alternate translation: “He commanded them to bring … and to defile … He had them destroy” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1362	2KI	23	8	uxq7	translate-names	Geba … Beersheba	names of places (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1363	2KI	23	8	y8lj		Joshua (the city governor)	“the city ruler named Joshua” or “the city leader named Joshua.” This is a different Joshua from the Joshua in the Old Testament Book of Joshua.
1364	2KI	23	9	j64s		their brothers	Here “brothers” refers to their fellow priests who served at the temple.
1365	2KI	23	10	yh8e	translate-names	Topheth … Ben Hinnom	place names (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1366	2KI	23	10	dx37		cause his son or his daughter to pass through the fire as a sacrifice to Molech	Alternate translation: “put his son or his daughter in the fire and burn them as an offering to Molech”
1367	2KI	23	11	x7tv	figs-explicit	He took away	It might be best to translate so that the reader understands that other people, perhaps Hilkiah and “the priests under him” ([2 Kings 23:4](../23/04.md)), might have helped Josiah do this. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1368	2KI	23	11	c4zx		the horses	This could mean: (1) real horses or (2) statues of horses.
1369	2KI	23	11	vq7r	figs-metonymy	had given to the sun	Here “given” represents being dedicated for worship. Alternate translation: “had used to worship the sun” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1370	2KI	23	11	b1bh	translate-names	Nathan-Melek	a man’s name (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1371	2KI	23	12	ct7r	figs-metonymy	Josiah the king destroyed … Josiah smashed … and threw	Josiah would have commanded his workers to do these things. It is likely that Hilkiah and the priests who assisted him did these things. Alternate translation: “Josiah the king commanded them to destroy … He had them smash … had them throw” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1372	2KI	23	12	xs4w	figs-metonymy	the kings of Judah had made … Manasseh had made	Manasseh and the kings of Judah probably commanded their workers to make these things. Alternate translation: “the kings of Judah had their workers make … Manasseh had his workers make” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1373	2KI	23	12	dwd6	translate-names	Kidron Valley	place name. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 23:4](../23/04.md). (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1374	2KI	23	13	d24c	figs-metonymy	The king ruined	Josiah would have commanded his workers to do these things. It is likely that Hilkiah and the priests who assisted him did these things. Alternate translation: “He had them ruin … He had them break … they filled” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1375	2KI	23	13	uf9z	figs-metonymy	Solomon the king of Israel had built	Solomon would have commanded his workers to do these things. Alternate translation: “Solomon the king of Israel had his workers build” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1376	2KI	23	14	wk4z	figs-metonymy	He broke … he filled	Josiah would have commanded his workers to do these things. It is likely that Hilkiah and the priests who assisted him did these things. Alternate translation: “He had them break … they filled” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1377	2KI	23	14	kaf7	figs-explicit	filled those places with the bones of human beings	“covered the ground with human bones so people could not use it as a shrine anymore” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1378	2KI	23	15	q6gc	figs-explicit	Josiah also completely destroyed … He also burned … and beat … He also burned	It might be best to translate so that the reader understands that other people, perhaps Hilkiah and “the priests under him” ([2 Kings 23:4](../23/04.md)), might have helped Josiah do these things. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1379	2KI	23	16	i3m8		spoke of these things beforehand	Alternate translation: “had said that these things would happen”
1380	2KI	23	17	ma41		monument	marker or statue that honors a person. A tomb is one kind of monument.
1381	2KI	23	18	wbg1		So they let his bones alone, along with the bones of	Alternate translation: “So they did not touch his bones or the bones of”
1382	2KI	23	19	fe2v	figs-explicit	Josiah removed … He did	It might be best to translate so that the reader understands that other people, perhaps Hilkiah and “the priests under him” ([2 Kings 23:4](../23/04.md)), might have helped Josiah do these things. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1383	2KI	23	19	q3bs	figs-explicit	the kings of Israel had made	It might be best to translate so that the reader understands that other people, probably the kings’ workers, might have helped the kings make these things. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1384	2KI	23	19	g6dz		what had been done	Alternate translation: “what he had done”
1385	2KI	23	20	i9c6	figs-explicit	He slaughtered … he burned	It might be best to translate so that the reader understands that other people, perhaps Hilkiah and “the priests under him” ([2 Kings 23:4](../23/04.md)), might have helped Josiah do these things. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1386	2KI	23	20	ub7s	figs-explicit	he burned human bones on them	You may need to make explicit why he burned the bones. “he burned human bones on them so no one would use them again” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1387	2KI	23	21	f44h		Keep the Passover	Alternate translation: “You must celebrate the Passover”
1388	2KI	23	22	rbl1	figs-activepassive	Such a Passover celebration had never been held from the days of	This can be translated in active form. Alternate translation: “The descendants of Israel had not celebrated the Passover festival in such a great way in the time of” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1389	2KI	23	22	qy57	figs-metonymy	ruled Israel	The name “Israel” is a metonym for “the descendants of Israel.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1390	2KI	23	22	m8ft		the days of the kings of Israel or Judah	Alternate translation: “the time when the people of Israel had their own king and the people of Judah had their own king”
1391	2KI	23	23	elp8	figs-activepassive	this Passover of Yahweh was celebrated	This can be translated in active form. Alternate translation: “the people of Judah celebrated this Passover of Yahweh” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1392	2KI	23	24	j8ze		banished … spirits	Alternate translation: “forced those … spirits to leave” or “made a law that those … spirits had to leave”
1393	2KI	23	24	lu65		those who talked with the dead or with spirits	See how you translated “those who talked with the dead and … those who talked with spirits,” in [2 Kings 21:6](../21/06.md).
1394	2KI	23	24	b9hr		fetishes	things that people wrongly believe have special power
1395	2KI	23	25	tg6s		who turned to Yahweh	Alternate translation: “who gave himself completely to Yahweh”
1396	2KI	23	25	evf3		Nor did any king like Josiah arise after him	Alternate translation: “And since then there has never been a king who was like Josiah”
1397	2KI	23	26	p9h5		Nevertheless	The writer uses this word to show that even though all of these things that Josiah did were good, Yahweh was still angry with Judah.
1398	2KI	23	26	cls6	figs-metaphor	Yahweh did not turn away from the burning of his fierce anger, which burned against	Fire is a metaphor for anger, and starting a fire is a metaphor for becoming angry. If your language does not use an abstract noun for the idea behind the word **anger, you could express the same idea with an adjective. Alternate translation: “Yahweh did not stop being fierce because he was angry with” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])
1399	2KI	23	26	a2wd		had done to provoke him	Alternate translation: “had done to cause him to be angry”
1400	2KI	23	27	d6xf		out of my sight	Alternate translation: “from where I am” or “from being near me”
1401	2KI	23	27	bsh5	figs-metonymy	My name will be there	The name is a metonym for the honor that people should give to the person. Alternate translation: “People should worship me there” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1402	2KI	23	28	h614	figs-activepassive	are they not written … Judah?	This can be expressed in active form and assumes that the answer is positive. The question is rhetorical and is used for emphasis. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 8:23](../08/23.md). Alternate translation: “you can find them … Judah.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1403	2KI	23	29	sap6		In his days, Pharaoh Necho, king of Egypt	Alternate translation: “During the time of Josiah, Pharaoh Necho, king of Egypt”
1404	2KI	23	29	k8gd	translate-names	Necho … Megiddo	Necho is the name of a man. Megiddo is the name of a city. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1405	2KI	23	31	sf3p	translate-numbers	twenty-three years old	“23 years old” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
1406	2KI	23	31	m2m9	translate-names	Hamutal	This is a woman’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1407	2KI	23	31	k16l	translate-names	Libnah	This is the name of a place. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1408	2KI	23	32	z2g6	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1409	2KI	23	33	e9hv	translate-names	Riblah … Hamath	These are names of places. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1410	2KI	23	33	aw37	figs-metonymy	put him in chains	Being put “in chains” represents being captured and imprisoned. Alternate translation: “put him in prison” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1411	2KI	23	33	iwc7		fined Judah	Alternate translation: “forced the people of Judah to give him”
1412	2KI	23	33	g4w9	translate-bmoney	one hundred talents … one talent	A talent was about 33 kilograms. Alternate translation: “3,300 kilograms…33 kilograms” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bmoney]])
1413	2KI	23	35	i68u		Jehoikim taxed the land	Alternate translation: “Jehoikim collected taxes from the people who owned land”
1414	2KI	23	35	v24z		people of the land	This could mean: (1) “the people who lived in the land of Judah” or (2) “the richest and most powerful of those who lived in Judah.”
1415	2KI	23	36	s72q	translate-names	Zebidah	This is a woman’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1416	2KI	23	36	gz76	translate-names	Pedaiah	This is a man’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1417	2KI	23	36	j958	translate-names	Rumah	This is the name of a place. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1418	2KI	23	37	b992	figs-metaphor	did what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1419	2KI	24	intro	abco			# 2 Kings 24 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>These last two chapters are the final defeat of Judah and the beginning of their exile to Babylon.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br>### God’s punishment<br>God punished Judah because of their sin. The Babylonians conquer Jerusalem and carry away all the craftsmen, soldiers and wealthy. They make Zedekiah the king. He was not truly a king because he lacked absolute authority. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/sin]])
1420	2KI	24	1	n2cj		In Jehoiakim’s days	Alternate translation: “During the time that Jehoiakim ruled Judah”
1421	2KI	24	1	wre8	figs-explicit	attacked Judah	You may need to make explicit what happened after Nebuchadnezzar attacked Judah. Alternate translation: “attacked and defeated Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1422	2KI	24	2	bf6x	figs-activepassive	This was in conformity with the word of Yahweh that had been spoken through his servants the prophets	This can be translated in active form. Alternate translation: “This was according to the word of Yahweh that his servants the prophets had spoken” or “This was exactly what Yahweh had told his servants the prophets to say would happen” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1423	2KI	24	3	d357		It was certainly at the mouth of Yahweh	Some versions have, “It was certainly because of the wrath of Yahweh,” which is just as good a reading of the original text. If translators have access to versions in major languages in their region, they should probably follow their choice.
1424	2KI	24	3	nnw7	figs-metonymy	at the mouth of Yahweh	Here “mouth” represents Yahweh’s command. Alternate translation: “as Yahweh had commanded” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1425	2KI	24	3	eb3l		remove them out of his sight	Alternate translation: “get rid of them” or “destroy them”
1426	2KI	24	4	bik2	figs-metonymy	innocent blood that he shed	Blood is a metonym for innocent life, and shedding blood is a metonym for killing innocent people. Alternate translation: “innocent people whom he killed” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1427	2KI	24	4	xy8v	figs-metonymy	he filled Jerusalem with innocent blood	Blood is a metonym for innocent life, and shedding blood is a metonym for killing innocent people. Alternate translation: “he killed many innocent people in Jerusalem” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1428	2KI	24	5	en3p	figs-activepassive	are they not written … Judah?	This is written as a rhetorical question because at the time this was written people were already aware of this information. If your readers would misunderstand this question, you can express it as a statement. It can be translated in active form. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 8:23](../08/23.md). Alternate translation: “they are indeed written … Judah.” or “you can find them … Judah” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
1429	2KI	24	6	nt1z	figs-euphemism	slept with his ancestors	Sleeping is a euphemism for dying. Alternate translation: “died and was buried along with his ancestors” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
1430	2KI	24	7	yjf2		The king of Egypt did not attack any more out of his land	Alternate translation: “The king of Egypt did not come out of his land any more to attack other people groups”
1431	2KI	24	8	zka9	translate-names	Nehushta … Elnathan	Nehushta is the name of a woman. Elnathan is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1432	2KI	24	9	w6b8	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1433	2KI	24	9	gi6b	figs-hyperbole	he did all that his father had done	Here “all” is a generalization. It means he did the same sinful things as his father. Alternate translation: “he committed the same kinds of sins his father had committed” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
1434	2KI	24	12	ish3	figs-explicit	Jehoiachin the king of Judah went out to the king of Babylon, he, his mother, his servants, his princes, and his officers	You may need to make explicit why Jehoiachin went out to meet Nebuchadnezzar. Alternate translation: “Jehoiachin the king of Judah, with his mother, his servants, his princes, and his officers, went out to where the king of Babylon was, to surrender to him” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1435	2KI	24	12	k4kt		The king of Babylon captured him in the eighth year of his own reign	Alternate translation: “After the king of Babylon had been king for more than seven years, he captured Jehoiachin”
1436	2KI	24	13	g1jx	figs-explicit	Solomon king of Israel had made	You might want to translate this so the reader understands that Solomon might have had others help him do this. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1437	2KI	24	14	k5cp	figs-metonymy	He took into exile all Jerusalem	Here “Jerusalem” is a metonym for the people who lived there. And, “all” is a generalization. It means all the most important people Alternate translation: “Nebuchadnezzar took all the important people away from Jerusalem” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
1438	2KI	24	14	bf1n		the craftsmen and the smiths	Alternate translation: “the men who knew how to make and repair things that are made from metal”
1439	2KI	24	14	fyh1	figs-doublenegatives	No one was left except the poorest people in the land	This can be translated as a positive statement. Alternate translation: “Only the poorest people in the land still lived there” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublenegatives]])
1440	2KI	24	16	bz73	translate-numbers	seven thousand … one thousand	“7,000…1,000” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
1441	2KI	24	17	h6dy	translate-names	Mattaniah	This is a man’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1442	2KI	24	18	s1s8	translate-numbers	twenty-one … eleven	“21…11” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-numbers]])
1443	2KI	24	18	qfp6	translate-names	Hamutal	This is a woman’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1444	2KI	24	18	zy1q	translate-names	Jeremiah	This is a man’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1445	2KI	24	18	fxr8	translate-names	Libnah	This is the name of a place. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1446	2KI	24	19	wr7q	figs-metaphor	what was evil in the sight of Yahweh	The sight of Yahweh represents Yahweh’s judgment or evaluation. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 3:2](../03/02.md). Alternate translation: “what was evil in Yahweh’s judgment” or “what Yahweh considers to be evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
1447	2KI	25	intro	abcp			# 2 Kings 25 General Notes<br><br>## Structure and formatting<br><br>This chapter is the final defeat of Judah and the beginning of their exile to Babylon.<br><br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Zedekiah’s revolt<br>Zedekiah revolted against the Babylonians, so they came and completely destroyed Jerusalem. They tore down the city walls and took the rest of the people to Babylon as slaves, except the very poorest people remained.
1448	2KI	25	1	pl4l	translate-ordinal	in the ninth year	(See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
1449	2KI	25	1	j1c4	translate-ordinal	in the tenth month, and on the tenth day of the month	This is the tenth month of the Hebrew calendar. The tenth day is near the end of December on Western calendars. This is during the cold season when there may be rain and snow. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-hebrewmonths]])
1450	2KI	25	1	ty29	figs-metonymy	came with all his army against Jerusalem	The name “Jerusalem” is a metonym for the people who lived in it. Alternate translation: “came with his whole army to fight against the people of Jerusalem” or “came with his whole army to conquer Jerusalem” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1451	2KI	25	3	c39x	translate-ordinal	the ninth day of the fourth month	This is the fourth month of the Hebrew calendar. The ninth day is near the end of June on Western calendars. This is during the dry season when there is very little or no rain. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-hebrewmonths]])
1452	2KI	25	3	x5hf		the people of the land	These are the inhabitants of Jerusalem, including refugees from the surrounding villages that fled to Jerusalem when the war started.
1453	2KI	25	4	hev4	figs-activepassive	Then the city was broken into	This can be translated in active form. Alternate translation: “Then the Babylonian army broke into the city” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1454	2KI	25	4	c1y1		all the fighting men	Alternate translation: “all the warriors”
1455	2KI	25	4	yt64		by the way of the gate	Alternate translation: “by using the gate”
1456	2KI	25	4	sg4r		the Chaldeans	Some translations use “Chaldeans” and others use “Babylonians.” Both terms refer to the same people group.
1457	2KI	25	4	v6j3		The king went in the direction of	Alternate translation: “King Zedekiah also fled and he went toward”
1458	2KI	25	5	mvz1	figs-activepassive	All his army was scattered away from him	This can be translated in active form. Alternate translation: “His whole army ran away from him” or “The Chaldeans chased away his whole army” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1459	2KI	25	6	i9b9	translate-names	Riblah	This is the name of a place. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1460	2KI	25	6	r5qj		passed sentence on him	Alternate translation: “decided what they would do to punish him”
1461	2KI	25	7	fh5s	figs-synecdoche	they slaughtered them before his eyes	The eyes are synecdoche for the whole person. Alternate translation: “they forced king Zedekiah to watch them kill his sons” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
1462	2KI	25	7	v1ma	figs-explicit	he put out his eyes	“Nebuchadnezzar put out Zedekiah’s eyes.” It might be best to translate so that the reader understands that other people might have helped Nebuchadnezzar do this. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1463	2KI	25	8	xvy1	translate-ordinal	in the fifth month, on the seventh day of the month	This is the fifth month of the Hebrew calendar. The seventh day is near the end of July on Western calendars. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-hebrewmonths]])
1464	2KI	25	8	b969	translate-ordinal	the nineteenth year	This is the ordinal form of the number 19. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
1465	2KI	25	8	yy9v	translate-names	Nebuzaradan	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1466	2KI	25	10	dj6i		As for all the walls around Jerusalem, all	Alternate translation: “This is what happened to all the walls around Jerusalem: all”
1467	2KI	25	10	pp2x		who were under	Alternate translation: “who were following the orders of”
1468	2KI	25	11	x6c3		As for the rest of the people … city, those	Alternate translation: “This is what happened to the rest of the people … city: those”
1469	2KI	25	11	xm95		the rest of the people who were left in the city	Alternate translation: “the people who remained in the city”
1470	2KI	25	11	i3y2		deserted to the king	Alternate translation: “left the city and gone to be with the king”
1471	2KI	25	13	uaq2		As for the bronze pillars … Yahweh, the Chaldeans	Alternate translation: “This is what happened to the bronze pillars … Yahweh: the Chaldeans”
1472	2KI	25	13	ph6f		the stands	This refers to the large, moveable bronze stands with bronze wheels and axles. “the moveable bronze stands” or “the bronze stands with wheels”
1473	2KI	25	13	l5um		the bronze sea	Alternate translation: “the large bronze basin”
1474	2KI	25	13	vyc7		broke them into pieces	Alternate translation: “cut them into pieces” or “chopped them up into small pieces”
1475	2KI	25	14	tfz8		shovels	A shovel was a tool that was used to clean the altar, typically used to move big piles of dirt, sand, or ashes.
1476	2KI	25	14	fkz8		with which the priests had served in the temple	Alternate translation: “which the priests had used in the temple service”
1477	2KI	25	15	sgl1	figs-explicit	The pots for removing ashes	You may need to make explicit which ashes are spoken of. Alternate translation: “The pots that were used for removing ashes from the altar” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1478	2KI	25	16	j7af		the sea	“the large bronze basin.” See how you translated this in [2 Kings 25:13](../25/13.md).
1479	2KI	25	16	ser3		the stands	See how you translated this in [2 Kings 25:13](../25/13.md).
1480	2KI	25	17	ak56	translate-bdistance	eighteen cubits … three cubits	A cubit was 46 centimeters. Alternate translation: “about 8.3 meters … about 1.4 meters” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bdistance]])
1481	2KI	25	17	g6qb		a capital of bronze	Alternate translation: “an artistic, bronze design” or “a bronze piece with designs”
1482	2KI	25	17	c2rf		latticework	This was a design made of crossed strips that looked like a net.
1483	2KI	25	17	gr5z		all made of bronze	Alternate translation: “completely made of bronze”
1484	2KI	25	18	nm6x		The commander of the bodyguard	See how you translated this in [2 Kings 25:8](../25/08.md).
1485	2KI	25	18	p8z8	translate-names	Seraiah	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1486	2KI	25	18	nq3n		the second priest	These words refer to Zephaniah. Another possible meaning is “the priest under Seraiah.”
1487	2KI	25	18	ske8		gatekeepers	See how you translated this in [2 Kings 7:10](../07/10.md).
1488	2KI	25	19	ydp7		took prisoner	Alternate translation: “captured and kept from escaping”
1489	2KI	25	19	v5sk		an officer who was in charge of soldiers	Other translations may read “a eunuch who was in charge of soldiers.” A eunuch is a man whose private parts have been removed.
1490	2KI	25	19	jax7		officer responsible for drafting men into the army	This could mean: (1) the officer forced men to become soldiers or (2) the officer wrote down the names of the men who became soldiers.
1491	2KI	25	20	qh76		Nebuzaradan	This is the name of a man. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 25:8](../25/08.md).
1492	2KI	25	20	cl9d		Riblah	This is the name of a place. See how you translated this in [2 Kings 25:6](../25/06.md).
1493	2KI	25	21	dxm3	figs-euphemism	put them to death	This is a polite way of saying “killed them.” It might be best to translate so that the reader understands that other people might have helped the king do this. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
1494	2KI	25	21	b7iy		In this way, Judah went out of its land into exile	Alternate translation: “So Judah was taken into exile out of its land”
1495	2KI	25	21	u6ll	figs-metonymy	Judah went out of its land	Judah, the name of the people group, is a metonym for the people themselves. Alternate translation: “the people of Judah went out of their land” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1496	2KI	25	22	k15w	translate-names	Gedaliah … Ahikam … Shaphan	These are the names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1497	2KI	25	23	yzs4	translate-names	Ishmael … Nethaniah … Johanan … Kareah … Seraiah … Tanhumeth … Jaazaniah	These are the names of men. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1498	2KI	25	23	ww42	translate-names	Netophathite	This refers to a person who is a descendant of a man named Netophah. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1499	2KI	25	23	ytq9	translate-names	Maakathite	This refers to a person who comes from a place called Maakah. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1500	2KI	25	25	cfc4	translate-hebrewmonths	the seventh month	This is the seventh month on the Hebrew calendar. It is during the last part of September and the first part of October on Western calendars. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-hebrewmonths]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
1501	2KI	25	25	bt4c	translate-names	Elishama	This is the name of a man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1502	2KI	25	26	n8hs	figs-hyperbole	all the people	This is a generalization. Alternate translation: “many people” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
1503	2KI	25	26	u3mg	figs-merism	from the least to the greatest	This is a merism that means “everyone,” which is a generalization. Alternate translation: “from the least important to the most important” or “everyone” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-merism]])
1504	2KI	25	27	y9pc	translate-ordinal	in the thirty-seventh year	(See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
1505	2KI	25	27	ggr6	translate-hebrewmonths	in the twelfth month, on the twenty-seventh day of the month	This is the twelfth month of the Hebrew calendar. The twenty-seventh day is near the beginning of April on Western calendars. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-hebrewmonths]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-ordinal]])
1506	2KI	25	27	wz2b	translate-names	Awel-Marduk	This is a man’s name. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
1507	2KI	25	28	kh12	figs-metonymy	a seat more honorable than that of the other kings	Giving a good place at the dining table is a metonym for honoring him. Alternate translation: “more honor than the other kings” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1508	2KI	25	29	e7s6	figs-metonymy	removed Jehoiachin’s prison clothes	The act of removing Jehoiachins’ prison clothes represents making him a free man. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
1509	2KI	25	29	ahi6		at the king’s table	Alternate translation: “with the king and his officials”
1510	2KI	25	30	i56q	figs-activepassive	A regular food allowance was given to him	This can be translated in active form. Alternate translation: “The king made sure that he had a regular food allowance” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
1511	2KI	25	30	pi4e		A regular food allowance	Alternate translation: “Money to buy food”

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