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II Crônicas, 27

1. uioV eikosi pente etwn iwaqam en tw basileusai auton kai deka ex eth ebasileusen en ierousalhm kai onoma thV mhtroV autou ierousa qugathr sadwk

1. viginti quinque annorum erat Joatham cum regnare cœpisset et sedecim annis regnavit in Hierusalem nomen matris ejus Hierusa filia Sadoc

2. kai epoihsen to euqeV enwpion kuriou kata panta osa epoihsen oziaV o pathr autou all' ouk eishlqen eiV ton naon kuriou kai eti o laoV katefqeireto

2. fecitque quod rectum erat coram Domino juxta omnia quæ fecerat Ozias pater suus excepto quod non est ingressus templum Domini et adhuc populus delinquebat

3. autoV wkodomhsen thn pulhn oikou kuriou thn uyhlhn kai en teicei tou ofla wkodomhsen polla

3. ipse ædificavit portam domus Domini Excelsam et in muro Ophel multa construxit

4. kai poleiV wkodomhsen en orei iouda kai en toiV drumoiV kai oikhseiV kai purgouV

4. urbes quoque ædificavit in montibus Juda et in saltibus castella et turres

5. autoV emacesato proV basilea uiwn ammwn kai katiscusen ep' auton kai edidoun autw oi uioi ammwn kat' eniauton ekaton talanta arguriou kai deka ciliadaV korwn purou kai kriqwn deka ciliadaV tauta eferen autw basileuV ammwn kat' eniauton en tw prwtw etei kai tw deuterw kai tw tritw

5. ipse pugnavit contra regem filiorum Ammon et vicit eos dederuntque ei filii Ammon in tempore illo centum talenta argenti et decem milia choros tritici ac totidem choros hordei hæc ei præbuerunt filii Ammon in anno secundo et tertio

6. kai katiscusen iwaqam oti htoimasen taV odouV autou enanti kuriou qeou autou

6. corroboratusque est Joatham eo quod direxisset vias suas coram Domino Deo suo

7. kai oi loipoi logoi iwaqam kai o polemoV kai ai praxeiV autou idou gegrammenoi epi bibliw basilewn iouda kai israhl

7. reliqua autem sermonum Joatham et omnes pugnæ ejus et opera scripta sunt in libro regum Israël et Juda

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8. viginti quinque annorum erat cum regnare cœpisset et sedecim annis regnavit in Hierusalem

9. kai ekoimhqh iwaqam meta twn paterwn autou kai etafh en polei dauid kai ebasileusen acaz uioV autou ant' autou

9. dormivitque Joatham cum patribus suis et sepelierunt eum in civitate David et regnavit Achaz filius ejus pro eo



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Footnotes:

27:1-2 - Jotham, son of Uzziah, ascends the throne and does what is right in God's eyes. His obedience highlights the importance of leading with integrity and devotion to the Lord, contrasting with the corruption of many leaders (see also 2 Kings 15:32-34 and Psalm 112:1).

27:3-4 - Jotham builds cities and fortresses, demonstrating vision and strategy in his rule. This act symbolizes the leader's responsibility to protect and prosper his people, reflecting God's promise of blessings to those who seek Him (see also Psalm 127:1 and Proverbs 21:31).

27:5-6 - Jotham fights the Ammonites and wins, securing tribute for Judah. This illustrates the importance of faithfulness to God in battle and how He gives victory to those who depend on Him (see also Psalm 20:7 and 1 Corinthians 15:57).

27:7-8 - Jotham's reign is characterized by prosperity, with a focus on his righteous actions and how they influence the well-being of the kingdom. Spiritual and material prosperity is a reflection of his relationship with God (see also Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and Psalm 1:1-3).

27:9 - Jotham is described as a king who did not fully seek God's presence, warning about the importance of an ongoing relationship with the Lord beyond just outward acts (see also Proverbs 3:5-6 and James 4:8).

Verses related to II Crônicas, 27:

2 Chronicles chapter 27 describes the reign of Jotham. What characterizes a just reign? This concise text narrates Jotham's successful rule, construction and military victories. The chapter highlights themes such as the importance of faithfulness to God, the benefits of obedience, and the impact of a godly leader. 2 Chronicles 27 also contrasts Jotham's righteousness with the people's corruption. Ponder with us five Bible passages that relate to the enduring principles of this instructive chapter.

2 Kings 15:32-33: "In the second year of the reign of Pekah son of Remaliah king of Israel, Jotham son of Uzziah king of Judah began to reign. He was twenty-five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem." - This excerpt provides parallel information about Jotham's reign, complementing 2 Chronicles 27.

Proverbs 29:14: "The king who judges the poor with justice establishes his throne forever." - This proverb reflects Jotham's righteous reign described in 2 Chronicles 27.

Micah 1:1: "The word of the Lord that came to Micah of Morešeth during the reigns of Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah, kings of Judah; the vision he saw concerning Samaria and Jerusalem." - This verse places the ministry of the prophet Micah during the reign of Jotham, among others.

Isaiah 1:1: "Vision that Isaiah, son of Amoz, had regarding Judah and Jerusalem during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah, kings of Judah." - This verse places the ministry of the prophet Isaiah during the reign of Jotham, among others.

Psalms 127:1: "If the Lord is not the builder of the house, it will be useless to work on the construction. If it is not the Lord who watches over the city, it will be useless for the sentry to stand guard." - This psalm reflects Jotham's constructive activities mentioned in 2 Chronicles 27:3-4.

FAQ:

Who was Jotham and what did he do as king?

Jotham son of Uzziah did what was right in the eyes of God and strengthened his kingdom, but he did not destroy the high places in Israel. (2 Chronicles 27:1-6)

What was Jotham's greatest achievement during his reign?

Jotham rebuilt the upper gate of God’s temple and fortified the border cities of Judah in preparation for future battles. (2 Chronicles 27:3-6)

Why didn't Jotham destroy the high places?

Jotham did not destroy the high places because, although he did what was right in the sight of God, he could not remove idolatry from the people. (2 Chronicles 27:2)

How did Jotham deal with military threats?

Jotham successfully faced military threats from the Ammonites, who paid tribute to Judah during his reign. (2 Chronicles 27:5)

What lesson can we learn from Jotham's reign?

Jotham's reign teaches the importance of trusting in God and doing good, but it also warns of the need to completely eliminate idolatry. (2 Chronicles 27:2-6)


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