2 Chronicles 28:19 Meaning and Explanation
“For the LORD brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he made Judah naked, and transgressed sore against the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God brought Judah low because of King Ahaz's serious transgressions.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 28:19
The narrator explains that God's judgment through enemies is the direct result of Ahaz's unfaithfulness.
What Does 2 Chronicles 28:19 Mean?
The narrator now steps back to interpret the disasters from the divine perspective. 'The LORD brought Judah low' establishes that all these defeats—by Syria, Israel, Edom, and Philistia—are ultimately God's action, not merely military events. The cause is clear: Ahaz's leadership brought this upon the nation.
The phrase 'he made Judah naked' is striking—it means Ahaz stripped Judah of protection, strength, and security through his transgression. The catalog of enemies swarming from all directions is the result of Ahaz's 'transgressed sore'—his serious, deliberate rebellion against God's covenant.
2 Chronicles 28:19 in the Original Language
sore (מְאֹד) — intensely, greatly; Ahaz's transgression was not minor deviation but serious rebellion.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 28:19
What does 2 Chronicles 28:19 mean?
God brought Judah low because of King Ahaz's serious transgressions.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 28:19?
The narrator explains that God's judgment through enemies is the direct result of Ahaz's unfaithfulness.