1. kai apestreyen iwsafat basileuV iouda eiV ton oikon autou en eirhnh eiV ierousalhm
2. kai exhlqen eiV apanthsin autou iou o tou anani o profhthV kai eipen autw basileu iwsafat ei amartwlw su bohqeiV h misoumenw upo kuriou filiazeiV dia touto egeneto epi se orgh para kuriou
3. all' h logoi agaqoi hureqhsan en soi oti exhraV ta alsh apo thV ghV iouda kai kathuqunaV thn kardian sou ekzhthsai ton kurion
4. kai katwkhsen iwsafat en ierousalhm kai palin exhlqen eiV ton laon apo bhrsabee ewV orouV efraim kai epestreyen autouV epi kurion qeon twn paterwn autwn
5. kai katesthsen kritaV en pasaiV taiV polesin iouda taiV ocuraiV en polei kai polei
6. kai eipen toiV kritaiV idete ti umeiV poieite oti ouk anqrwpw umeiV krinete all' h tw kuriw kai meq' umwn logoi thV krisewV
7. kai nun genesqw foboV kuriou ef' umaV kai fulassete kai poihsete oti ouk estin meta kuriou qeou hmwn adikia oude qaumasai proswpon oude labein dwra
8. kai gar en ierousalhm katesthsen iwsafat twn ierewn kai twn leuitwn kai twn patriarcwn israhl eiV krisin kuriou kai krinein touV katoikountaV en ierousalhm
9. kai eneteilato proV autouV legwn outwV poihsete en fobw kuriou en alhqeia kai en plhrei kardia
10. paV anhr krisin thn elqousan ef' umaV twn adelfwn umwn twn katoikountwn en taiV polesin autwn ana meson aimatoV aima kai ana meson prostagmatoV kai entolhV kai dikaiwmata kai krimata kai diasteleisqe autoiV kai ouc amarthsontai tw kuriw kai ouk estai ef' umaV orgh kai epi touV adelfouV umwn outwV poihsete kai ouc amarthsesqe
11. kai idou amariaV o iereuV hgoumenoV ef' umaV eiV pan logon kuriou kai zabdiaV uioV ismahl o hgoumenoV eiV oikon iouda proV pan logon basilewV kai oi grammateiV kai oi leuitai pro proswpou umwn iscusate kai poihsate kai estai kurioV meta tou agaqou
Footnotes:
19:1-3 - Jehoshaphat is warned about his alliance with Ahab after returning from battle. Correction and repentance are essential for spiritual restoration and kingdom health, showing that God disciplines those He loves (see also Hebrews 12:6 and Revelation 3:19).
19:4-10 - Jehoshaphat promotes judicial reform and encourages judges to act with integrity. The role of justice is fundamental in society, reflecting God's just nature and the need for rulers who promote equity (see also Deuteronomy 16:18-20 and Psalm 82:3-4).
19:11 - Jehoshaphat's instruction to the judges emphasizes the importance of administering justice according to the Law of the Lord. This approach provides a solid foundation for morality and ethics in government (see also Proverbs 21:3 and Micah 6:8).
19:12-13 - The appointment of faithful judges reflects the desire for a government that glorifies God. The importance of righteous and ethical leaders is a responsibility that must be taken seriously by those in positions of authority (see also Romans 13:1-4 and 1 Timothy 3:1-7).
19:14-19 - The responsibility of judges to act justly is reaffirmed, highlighting God's nature as a righteous judge. Commitment to justice reflects God's character and is vital to the nation's peace and prosperity (see also Psalm 89:14 and Isaiah 30:18).
Verses related to II Crônicas, 19:
2 Chronicles chapter 19 reports on Jehoshaphat's judicial reforms. How to establish justice according to God's heart? This instructive text describes the prophet Jehu's rebuke, implementation of a fair judicial system, and exhortation to judges. The chapter explores topics such as the responsibility of leaders, the importance of impartiality, and the fear of the Lord in the administration of justice. Explore with us five biblical passages that illuminate the enduring principles of this significant chapter.
Deuteronomy 16:18-20: "You shall place judges and officers in all your gates that the Lord your God gives you among your tribes, that they may judge the people with righteous judgment. You shall not distort judgment, you shall not respect persons, nor take bribes; for bribery blinds the eyes of the wise, and perverts the words of the righteous. Justice, only justice will you follow; that you may live and possess the land that the Lord your God will give you." - This excerpt reflects Jehoshaphat's judicial reforms described in 2 Chronicles 19:5-7.
Leviticus 19:15: "You will not do injustice in the judgment; you will not respect the person of the poor, nor honor the powerful; but with justice you will judge your neighbor." - It relates to Jehoshaphat's instructions to the judges in 2 Chronicles 19:7.
Micah 6:8: "He has declared to you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord ask of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" - It echoes the principles of justice and fear of God that Jehoshaphat establishes in 2 Chronicles 19:9-11.
Romans 13:1: "Every soul must be subject to the superior powers; for there is no power that does not come from God; and the powers that are are ordained of God." - It reflects the organization of the judicial system by Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 19, recognizing authority as coming from God.
James 2:1: "My brothers, do not have the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, in respect of persons." - It relates to Jehoshaphat's instruction to the judges to be no respecter of persons (2 Chronicles 19:7).
FAQ:
How did Jehoshaphat reform the judicial system in Judah?
Jehoshaphat appointed judges in Judah, instructing them to judge fairly and fear God, so that the people would live in peace. (2 Chronicles 19:5-11)
How important were Jehoshaphat's reforms for the kingdom of Judah?
Jehoshaphat’s reforms were vital in restoring justice and the fear of God to Judah, ensuring the prosperity and peace of the kingdom. (2 Chronicles 19:4-11)
What did Jehoshaphat do when faced with a major military threat?
Jehoshaphat called all the people of Judah to pray and seek God’s help, demonstrating humility and trust in divine power. (2 Chronicles 20:3-12)
How was Jehoshaphat's victory over his enemies achieved?
God gave Jehoshaphat victory by causing his enemies to destroy each other without Judah having to fight. (2 Chronicles 20:23-25)
What was the people's reaction after Jehoshaphat's victory over his enemies?
The people of Judah celebrated their victory with great joy, praising God for His divine intervention and protection. (2 Chronicles 20:26-30)
