2 Chronicles 18:2 Meaning and Explanation
“And after certain years he went down to Ahab to Samaria. And Ahab killed sheep and oxen for him in abundance, and for the people that he had with him, and persuaded him to go up with him to Ramothgilead.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Ahab lavishly entertained Jehoshaphat and persuaded him to join a military campaign against Syria.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 18:2
Ahab seduces Jehoshaphat into military partnership through lavish entertainment.
What Does 2 Chronicles 18:2 Mean?
Years after their initial alliance, Jehoshaphat visited Ahab in Samaria, the northern capital. Ahab's generous feast was both a gesture of honor and a political strategy to win Jehoshaphat's support for a military venture to retake Ramoth-gilead.
The narrative shows how social charm and hospitality can be used to manipulate even a righteous king. Ahab's persuasion would lead Jehoshaphat into a dangerous situation that relied on consulting false prophets rather than God's true word.
2 Chronicles 18:2 in the Original Language
Ramothgilead (ראמוֹת גִלְעָד), 'Ramoth in Gilead' — an important city east of Jordan, strategic for controlling caravan routes.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 18:2
What does 2 Chronicles 18:2 mean?
Ahab lavishly entertained Jehoshaphat and persuaded him to join a military campaign against Syria.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 18:2?
Ahab seduces Jehoshaphat into military partnership through lavish entertainment.