2 Chronicles 30:5 Meaning and Explanation
“So they established a decree to make proclamation throughout all Israel, from Beersheba even to Dan, that they should come to keep the passover unto the LORD God of Israel at Jerusalem: for they had not done it of a long time in such sort as it was written.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Official proclamation goes throughout Israel calling people to a Passover that has not been properly observed in generations.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 30:5
A kingdom-wide proclamation invites all Israel to a properly ordered Passover celebration.
What Does 2 Chronicles 30:5 Mean?
The decree extends from Beersheba (the southernmost point of Judah) to Dan (the northernmost city of the former northern kingdom), signifying the full scope of Israel's historical territory. This geographic sweep shows Hezekiah's vision of religious unity transcending the political division between north and south. The proclamation targets everyone, calling the scattered covenant people to gather at Jerusalem.
The phrase "not of a long time in such sort as it was written" acknowledges a spiritual decline. Proper Passover observance had lapsed; now Hezekiah seeks to restore it according to the ancient pattern. This is fundamentally a call to obedience to what God had commanded in His written word.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 30:5
What does 2 Chronicles 30:5 mean?
Official proclamation goes throughout Israel calling people to a Passover that has not been properly observed in generations.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 30:5?
A kingdom-wide proclamation invites all Israel to a properly ordered Passover celebration.