2 Chronicles 25:16 Meaning and Explanation
“And it came to pass, as he talked with him, that the king said unto him, Art thou made of the king's counsel? forbear; why shouldest thou be smitten? Then the prophet forbare, and said, I know that God hath determined to destroy thee, because thou hast done this, and hast not hearkened unto my counsel.”
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Read Full Chapter →Amaziah silenced the prophet by threatening him; the prophet responded that God would destroy the king for his rebellion.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 25:16
Amaziah's rejection of God's warning and the pronouncement of judgment.
What Does 2 Chronicles 25:16 Mean?
Rather than hear the prophet's message, Amaziah challenged his right to speak at all. The king dismissed him as uninvited counsel and threatened violence if he continued—a dangerous move against a spokesman for God.
The prophet, silenced by the threat, nevertheless delivered God's final verdict: destruction was determined against Amaziah. The king's persistence in idolatry and his rejection of God's word would result in his own ruin.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 25:16
What does 2 Chronicles 25:16 mean?
Amaziah silenced the prophet by threatening him; the prophet responded that God would destroy the king for his rebellion.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 25:16?
Amaziah's rejection of God's warning and the pronouncement of judgment.