New International Version The other events of Jehoiakim’s reign, the detestable things he did and all that was found against him, are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah. And Jehoiachin his son succeeded him as king. New Living Translation The rest of the events in Jehoiakim’s reign, including all the evil things he did and everything found against him, are recorded in The Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. Then his son Jehoiachin became the next king. English Standard Version Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and the abominations that he did, and what was found against him, behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. And Jehoiachin his son reigned in his place. Berean Standard Bible As for the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, the abominations he committed, and all that was found against him, they are indeed written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. And his son Jehoiachin reigned in his place. Berean Literal Bible And the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and the abominations that he did, and what was found against him, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah. And Jehoiachin his son reigned in his place. King James Bible Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah: and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his stead. New King James Version Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, the abominations which he did, and what was found against him, indeed they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah. Then Jehoiachin his son reigned in his place. New American Standard Bible Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim and the abominations which he committed, and what was found against him, behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. And his son Jehoiachin became king in his place. NASB 1995 Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim and the abominations which he did, and what was found against him, behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. And Jehoiachin his son became king in his place. NASB 1977 Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim and the abominations which he did, and what was found against him, behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. And Jehoiachin his son became king in his place. Legacy Standard Bible Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim and the abominations which he did, and what was found against him, behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. And Jehoiachin his son became king in his place. Amplified Bible Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim and the repulsive acts which he committed, and what was found against him, behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. And his son Jehoiachin became king in his place. Berean Annotated Bible As for the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim (YHWH raises up), the abominations he committed, and all that was found against him, they are indeed written in the Book of the Kings of Israel (he wrestles with God) and Judah (praised). And his son Jehoiachin (YHWH establishes) reigned in his place. Christian Standard Bible The rest of the deeds of Jehoiakim, the detestable actions he committed, and what was found against him, are written in the Book of Israel’s Kings. His son Jehoiachin became king in his place. Holman Christian Standard Bible The rest of the deeds of Jehoiakim, the detestable things he did, and what was found against him, are written in the Book of Israel’s Kings. His son Jehoiachin became king in his place. American Standard Version Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah: and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his stead. Contemporary English Version Everything else Jehoiakim did while he was king, including all the disgusting and evil things, is written in The History of the Kings of Israel and Judah. His son Jehoiachin then became king. English Revised Version Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah: and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his stead. GOD'S WORD® Translation Everything else about Jehoiakim-the disgusting things he did and all the charges against him-is written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. His son Jehoiakin succeeded him as king. Good News Translation Everything that Jehoiakim did, including his disgusting practices and the evil he committed, is recorded in The History of the Kings of Israel and Judah. His son Jehoiachin succeeded him as king. International Standard Version The rest of Jehoiakim's accomplishments—along with the detestable things that he did that were recorded in his disfavor—are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. His son Jehoiachin became king to replace him. NET Bible The rest of the events of Jehoiakim's reign, including the horrible sins he committed and his shortcomings, are recorded in the Scroll of the Kings of Israel and Judah. His son Jehoiachin replaced him as king. New Heart English Bible Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, look, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah: and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his place. Webster's Bible Translation Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah. And Jehoiachin his son reigned in his stead. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAs for the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, the abominations he committed, and all that was found against him, they are indeed written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. And his son Jehoiachin reigned in his place. World English Bible Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah; and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his place. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the rest of the matters of Jehoiakim, and his abominations that he has done, and that which is found against him, behold, they are written on the scroll of the kings of Israel and Judah, and his son Jehoiachin reigns in his stead. Berean Literal Bible And the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and the abominations that he did, and what was found against him, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah. And Jehoiachin his son reigned in his place. Young's Literal Translation And the rest of the matters of Jehoiakim, and his abominations that he hath done, and that which is found against him, lo, they are written on the book of the kings of Israel and Judah, and reign doth Jehoiachin his son in his stead. Smith's Literal Translation And the rest of the words of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that being found upon him, behold them written upon the book of the kings of Israel and Judah. And Jehoiachin his son will reign in his stead. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut the rest of the acts of Joakim, and his abominations, which he wrought, and the things that were found in him, are contained in the book of the kings of Juda and Israel. And Joachin his son reigned in his stead. Catholic Public Domain Version But the rest of the words of Jehoiakim, and his abominations that he worked, and the things that were found in him, are contained in the book of the kings of Judah and Israel. Then his son, Jehoiachin, reigned in his place. New American Bible The rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, the abominable things that he did, and what therefore happened to him, are recorded in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah. His son Jehoiachin succeeded him as king. New Revised Standard Version Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and the abominations that he did, and what was found against him, are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah; and his son Jehoiachin succeeded him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleNow the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim and the abominations which he did, behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah; and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his stead. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the rest of the accounts of Yoiqim and the detestable things that he did, behold, those are written on the Scroll of the Kings of Israel and of Yehuda, and Yuyaqin his son became king after him. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah; and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his stead. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the rest of the acts of Joakim, and all that he did, behold, are not these things written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Juda? And Joakim slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in Ganozae: and Jechonias his son reigned in his stead. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Jehoiakim Reigns in Judah…7Nebuchadnezzar also took to Babylon some of the articles from the house of the LORD, and he put them in his temple in Babylon. 8As for the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, the abominations he committed, and all that was found against him, they are indeed written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. And his son Jehoiachin reigned in his place. Cross References As for the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, 2 Kings 24:5 As for the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, along with all his accomplishments, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Judah? 2 Kings 23:36-37 Jehoiakim was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem eleven years. His mother’s name was Zebidah daughter of Pedaiah; she was from Rumah. / And he did evil in the sight of the LORD, just as his fathers had done. Jeremiah 22:18-19 Therefore this is what the LORD says concerning Jehoiakim son of Josiah king of Judah: “They will not mourn for him: ‘Alas, my brother! Alas, my sister!’ They will not mourn for him: ‘Alas, my master! Alas, his splendor!’ / He will be buried like a donkey, dragged away and thrown outside the gates of Jerusalem. the abominations he committed, Jeremiah 22:13-17 “Woe to him who builds his palace by unrighteousness, and his upper rooms without justice, who makes his countrymen serve without pay, and fails to pay their wages, / who says, ‘I will build myself a great palace, with spacious upper rooms.’ So he cuts windows in it, panels it with cedar, and paints it with vermilion. / Does it make you a king to excel in cedar? Did not your father have food and drink? He administered justice and righteousness, and so it went well with him. … Jeremiah 26:20-23 Now there was another man prophesying in the name of the LORD, Uriah son of Shemaiah from Kiriath-jearim. He prophesied against this city and against this land the same things that Jeremiah did. / King Jehoiakim and all his mighty men and officials heard his words, and the king sought to put him to death. But when Uriah found out about it, he fled in fear and went to Egypt. / Then King Jehoiakim sent men to Egypt: Elnathan son of Achbor along with some other men. … and all that was found against him, 2 Kings 24:1-4 During Jehoiakim’s reign, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon invaded. So Jehoiakim became his vassal for three years, until he turned and rebelled against Nebuchadnezzar. / And the LORD sent Chaldean, Aramean, Moabite, and Ammonite raiders against Jehoiakim in order to destroy Judah, according to the word that the LORD had spoken through His servants the prophets. / Surely this happened to Judah at the LORD’s command, to remove them from His presence because of the sins of Manasseh and all that he had done, … Jeremiah 36:29-32 You are to proclaim concerning Jehoiakim king of Judah that this is what the LORD says: You have burned the scroll and said, ‘Why have you written on it that the king of Babylon would surely come and destroy this land and deprive it of man and beast?’ / Therefore this is what the LORD says about Jehoiakim king of Judah: He will have no one to sit on David’s throne, and his body will be thrown out and exposed to heat by day and frost by night. / I will punish him and his descendants and servants for their iniquity. I will bring on them, on the residents of Jerusalem, and on the men of Judah, all the calamity about which I warned them but they did not listen.” … they are indeed written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. 2 Chronicles 27:7 As for the rest of the acts of Jotham, along with all his wars and his ways, they are indeed written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. 2 Chronicles 25:26 As for the rest of the acts of Amaziah, from beginning to end, are they not written in the Book of the Kings of Judah and Israel? 2 Chronicles 16:11 Now the acts of Asa, from beginning to end, are indeed written in the Book of the Kings of Judah and Israel. And his son Jehoiachin reigned in his place. 2 Kings 24:6 And Jehoiakim rested with his fathers, and his son Jehoiachin reigned in his place. 2 Kings 24:8 Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem three months. His mother’s name was Nehushta daughter of Elnathan; she was from Jerusalem. Jeremiah 22:24-30 “As surely as I live,” declares the LORD, “even if you, Coniah son of Jehoiakim king of Judah, were a signet ring on My right hand, I would pull you off. / In fact, I will hand you over to those you dread, who want to take your life—to Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon and to the Chaldeans. / I will hurl you and the mother who gave you birth into another land, where neither of you were born—and there you both will die. … Jeremiah 36:30-31 Therefore this is what the LORD says about Jehoiakim king of Judah: He will have no one to sit on David’s throne, and his body will be thrown out and exposed to heat by day and frost by night. / I will punish him and his descendants and servants for their iniquity. I will bring on them, on the residents of Jerusalem, and on the men of Judah, all the calamity about which I warned them but they did not listen.” 2 Kings 23:34-37 Then Pharaoh Neco made Eliakim son of Josiah king in place of his father Josiah, and he changed Eliakim’s name to Jehoiakim. But Neco took Jehoahaz and carried him off to Egypt, where he died. / So Jehoiakim paid the silver and gold to Pharaoh Neco, but to meet Pharaoh’s demand he taxed the land and exacted the silver and the gold from the people, each according to his wealth. / Jehoiakim was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem eleven years. His mother’s name was Zebidah daughter of Pedaiah; she was from Rumah. … Jeremiah 36:1-3 In the fourth year of Jehoiakim son of Josiah king of Judah, this word came to Jeremiah from the LORD: / “Take a scroll and write on it all the words I have spoken to you concerning Israel, Judah, and all the nations, from the day I first spoke to you during the reign of Josiah until today. / Perhaps when the people of Judah hear about all the calamity I plan to bring upon them, each of them will turn from his wicked way. Then I will forgive their iniquity and their sin.” Treasury of Scripture Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah: and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his stead. A. 2 Kings 24:5,6 Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah? … Jehoiachin 1 Chronicles 3:16,17 And the sons of Jehoiakim: Jeconiah his son, Zedekiah his son… Jeconiah Jeremiah 22:24,28 As I live, saith the LORD, though Coniah the son of Jehoiakim king of Judah were the signet upon my right hand, yet would I pluck thee thence; … Coniah Matthew 1:11,12 And Josias begat Jechonias and his brethren, about the time they were carried away to Babylon: … Jechonias Jump to Previous Abominations Acts Book Detestable Disgusting Events Found Israel Jehoiachin Jehoi'achin Jehoiakim Jehoi'akim Jehoiakim's Judah Kings Matters Reign Reigned Rest Stead WrittenJump to Next Abominations Acts Book Detestable Disgusting Events Found Israel Jehoiachin Jehoi'achin Jehoiakim Jehoi'akim Jehoiakim's Judah Kings Matters Reign Reigned Rest Stead Written2 Chronicles 36 1. Jehoahaz succeeding, is deposed by Pharaoh, and carried into Egypt5. Jehoiakim reigning ill, is carried bound into Babylon 9. Jehoiachin succeeding, reigns ill, and is brought into Babylon 11. Zedekiah succeeding, reigns ill, despite the prophets, and rebels against Nebuchadnezzar 14. Jerusalem, for the sins of the priests and the people, is wholly destroyed 22. The proclamation of Cyrus As for the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, Jehoiakim ruled Judah from 609 to 598 BC after Pharaoh Necho removed his brother Jehoahaz and placed him on the throne. He burdened the nation with tribute payments, first to Egypt and later to Babylon, and enriched himself through oppressive building projects and forced labor. After submitting to Babylon, he rebelled, bringing Babylonian forces against Judah and beginning the nation’s final collapse. 2Ki 24:5 As for the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim,… the abominations he committed, Jehoiakim promoted the spiritual corruption already entrenched in Judah. He rejected God’s word proclaimed through Jeremiah, openly defied the prophet, and led in injustice, violence, idolatry, and covenant unfaithfulness. His rule deepened Judah’s guilt before God. Jer 22:13-17 Woe to him who builds his palace by unrighteousness,… and all that was found against him, The record of his reign included both his public sins and the judgments announced against him. His oppression of the innocent, refusal to repent, and rebellion against Babylon hastened the judgment that would soon fall upon Jerusalem. 2Ki 24:1-4 During Jehoiakim’s reign, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon… they are indeed written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah. The official royal records preserved the events of Jehoiakim’s reign and stood as a witness to the failures of Judah’s kings. Though those records are no longer extant, Scripture preserves the essential account of his disobedience and its consequences. 2Ch 27:7 As for the rest of the acts of Jotham, along with his wars… And his son Jehoiachin reigned in his place. Jehoiachin succeeded his father while still a young man, but his reign lasted only three months and ten days. Babylon soon captured Jerusalem, carried him into exile, and removed many leaders, craftsmen, and treasures from Judah. 2Ki 24:6 And Jehoiakim rested with his fathers… Persons / Places / Events 1. JehoiakimThe king of Judah who reigned from 609 to 598 BC. Known for his evil practices and disobedience to God, Jehoiakim's reign was marked by idolatry and injustice. 2. Jehoiachin The son of Jehoiakim, who succeeded him as king. His reign was short-lived due to the Babylonian conquest. 3. Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah A historical record mentioned in the Bible, which contains the acts and events of the kings' reigns, including their deeds and misdeeds. 4. Abominations Refers to the sinful and idolatrous practices that Jehoiakim engaged in, which were detestable in the sight of God. 5. Judah The southern kingdom of Israel, which was under the rule of Jehoiakim and later Jehoiachin during the time of this passage. Teaching Points The Consequences of DisobedienceJehoiakim's reign serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of turning away from God's commandments. His abominations led to national disaster and personal disgrace. The Importance of Godly Leadership The failure of Jehoiakim highlights the critical role of leaders in guiding their people towards righteousness. Godly leadership is essential for the spiritual health of a nation. Historical Accountability The mention of the "Book of the Kings" underscores the importance of historical records and accountability. Our actions, like those of Jehoiakim, are noted and have lasting impacts. Generational Impact Jehoiakim's actions affected not only his reign but also his son's. Our choices can have profound effects on future generations. Repentance and Redemption While Jehoiakim's account is one of failure, it serves as a call to repentance. God offers redemption to those who turn back to Him, regardless of past sins. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 36:8?2. How does Jehoiakim's reign reflect disobedience to God's commands in 2 Chronicles 36:8? 3. What lessons can we learn from Jehoiakim's "abominations" for our own lives? 4. How does Jehoiakim's story connect with God's warnings in Deuteronomy 28? 5. In what ways can we avoid repeating Jehoiakim's mistakes today? 6. How does 2 Chronicles 36:8 emphasize the importance of godly leadership? 7. What does 2 Chronicles 36:8 reveal about Jehoiakim's reign and his actions against God? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 36:8 fit into the broader narrative of Judah's downfall? 9. Why are Jehoiakim's abominations significant in 2 Chronicles 36:8? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 36? (8) Now the rest of the acts.--(Comp. 2Kings 24:5.) And his abominations which he did.--His crimes against God and man, i.e., probably acts of idolatry and tyranny. (Comp. Jeremiah 25:6; Jeremiah 7:5-11; Jeremiah 22:13-19; covetousness, shedding innocent blood, &c. charged against him.) That which was found in him.--2Chronicles 19:3. His general character and conduct. . . . Verse 8. - The rest of the acts of Jehoiakim. As our compiler has literally told us none at all, we need but note his expression here as a convenient formula, indicating his own intentional brevity, and the fact that he was privy to all in the original sources, which he nevertheless now omitted; yet see Jeremiah 7:9; Jeremiah 19:13, etc. The telling expression, what was found in him, is too readily to be filled up from the parallel, in its vers. 3, 4. Jehoiachin his son. In 1 Chronicles 3:16 he is called Jeconiah, and in Jeremiah 22:24 he is called Coniah. 2 Chronicles 36:8 compresses Jehoiakim’s reign into a sober footnote: his sinful acts, his vile abominations, and the charges that stood against him are fully recorded elsewhere, and his short-lived dynasty passes to Jehoiachin under Babylonian shadow. The verse teaches that God tracks every deed, judges unrepentant wickedness, yet keeps His covenant line intact—reminding us that history moves under His righteous and faithful hand.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew As for the restוְיֶתֶר֩ (wə·ye·ṯer) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3499: An overhanging, an excess, superiority, remainder, a small rope of the acts דִּבְרֵ֨י (diḇ·rê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause of Jehoiakim, יְהֽוֹיָקִ֜ים (yə·hō·w·yā·qîm) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3079: Jehoiakim -- 'the LORD raises up', three Israelites the abominations וְתֹֽעֲבֹתָ֤יו (wə·ṯō·‘ă·ḇō·ṯāw) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8441: Something disgusting, an abhorrence, idolatry, an idol he committed, עָשָׂה֙ (‘ā·śāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make and all that was found וְהַנִּמְצָ֣א (wə·han·nim·ṣā) Conjunctive waw, Article | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 4672: To come forth to, appear, exist, to attain, find, acquire, to occur, meet, be present against him, עָלָ֔יו (‘ā·lāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against they are indeed הִנָּ֣ם (hin·nām) Interjection | third person masculine plural Strong's 2005: Lo! behold! written כְּתוּבִ֗ים (kə·ṯū·ḇîm) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural Strong's 3789: To grave, to write in עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the Book סֵ֛פֶר (sê·p̄er) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5612: A missive, document, writing, book of the Kings מַלְכֵ֥י (mal·ḵê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 4428: A king of Israel יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc and Judah. וִֽיהוּדָ֑ה (wî·hū·ḏāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites And his son בְּנ֖וֹ (bə·nōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son Jehoiachin יְהוֹיָכִ֥ין (yə·hō·w·yā·ḵîn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3078: Jehoiachin -- 'the LORD appoints', a king of Judah became king וַיִּמְלֹ֛ךְ (way·yim·lōḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel in his place. תַּחְתָּֽיו׃ (taḥ·tāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of Additonal Resources 2 Chronicles 36:8 Blue Letter Bible2 Chronicles 36:8 Bible Gateway 2 Chronicles 36:8 Bible.com 2 Chronicles 36:8 NIV |
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