2 Chronicles 18:9 Meaning and Explanation
“And the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat king of Judah sat either of them on his throne, clothed in their robes, and they sat in a void place at the entering in of the gate of Samaria; and all the prophets prophesied before them.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The two kings, dressed in royal regalia, sit at the gate while the prophets continue to prophesy encouragement.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 18:9
The kings and prophets assemble at the gate for the prophecy.
What Does 2 Chronicles 18:9 Mean?
The two monarchs took their seats in their official regalia at the gate of Samaria, the traditional place where important public business was conducted. Around them, the 400 prophets continued their performances, offering continued assurance of victory. The scene had all the appearances of official confirmation.
The theatrical setting and the prophets' continued prophecies created an impression of overwhelming unanimity and divine approval. This public display of consensus was designed to make any dissenting voice seem isolated and questionable.
2 Chronicles 18:9 in the Original Language
void place (מִדְיָנַת קִיר), 'open threshing floor' — a place of assembly and judgment in ancient Israelite towns.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 18:9
What does 2 Chronicles 18:9 mean?
The two kings, dressed in royal regalia, sit at the gate while the prophets continue to prophesy encouragement.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 18:9?
The kings and prophets assemble at the gate for the prophecy.