2 Chronicles 28:22 Meaning and Explanation
“And in the time of his distress did he trespass yet more against the LORD: this is that king Ahaz.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Even in distress, Ahaz increases his transgressions rather than repenting.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 28:22
Ahaz responds to God's judgment with further transgression rather than repentance.
What Does 2 Chronicles 28:22 Mean?
In the midst of defeat, captivity, and failed alliances, rather than turning back to God, Ahaz 'trespass[es] yet more against the LORD.' The word 'yet' indicates an escalation—this is not a plateau but an increase in unfaithfulness. When pressure mounts, rather than cry out to God, Ahaz digs deeper into rebellion.
This is the spiritual tragedy of Ahaz's character. The historical facts are interpreted plainly: 'this is that king Ahaz'—a ruler defined by his consistent, escalating refusal to repent even when God's judgment is clear and present. The distress that should drive a person to seek God drives Ahaz further away.
2 Chronicles 28:22 in the Original Language
trespass (מַעַל) — to act treacherously or unfaithfully; describes both the original sin and its escalation in response to correction.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 28:22
What does 2 Chronicles 28:22 mean?
Even in distress, Ahaz increases his transgressions rather than repenting.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 28:22?
Ahaz responds to God's judgment with further transgression rather than repentance.