2 Chronicles 29:20 Meaning and Explanation
“Then Hezekiah the king rose early, and gathered the rulers of the city, and went up to the house of the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Hezekiah and the city's leaders go to the temple to initiate sacrificial worship.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 29:20
Hezekiah prepares for the rededication ceremony.
What Does 2 Chronicles 29:20 Mean?
Hezekiah's early rising and gathering of rulers demonstrates the importance he attached to this moment. By including the city's leadership—both civil and religious—he was making a public, corporate act of national rededication. Their presence legitimized the reform and involved them in renewed covenant commitment.
The procession to the temple marks a turning point: from cleansing and preparation to active worship. The cleansed and restored temple is now ready for its sacred function.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 29:20
What does 2 Chronicles 29:20 mean?
Hezekiah and the city's leaders go to the temple to initiate sacrificial worship.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 29:20?
Hezekiah prepares for the rededication ceremony.