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No one was at war with him during those years, for the LORD gave him rest. <a href="/nlt/2_chronicles/14.htm">New Living Translation</a> During those peaceful years, he was able to build up the fortified towns throughout Judah. No one tried to make war against him at this time, for the LORD was giving him rest from his enemies. <a href="/esv/2_chronicles/14.htm">English Standard Version</a> He built fortified cities in Judah, for the land had rest. He had no war in those years, for the LORD gave him peace. <a href="/bsb/2_chronicles/14.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Because the land was at peace, Asa built fortified cities in Judah. In those days no one made war with him, because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/kjv/2_chronicles/14.htm">King James Bible</a> And he built fenced cities in Judah: for the land had rest, and he had no war in those years; because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/nkjv/2_chronicles/14.htm">New King James Version</a> And he built fortified cities in Judah, for the land had rest; he had no war in those years, because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/nasb_/2_chronicles/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> He built fortified cities in Judah, since the land was undisturbed, and there was no one at war with him during those years, because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/nasb/2_chronicles/14.htm">NASB 1995</a> He built fortified cities in Judah, since the land was undisturbed, and there was no one at war with him during those years, because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/nasb77/2_chronicles/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And he built fortified cities in Judah, since the land was undisturbed, and there was no one at war with him during those years, because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/lsb/2_chronicles/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And he built fortified cities in Judah, since the land was quiet, and there was no one at war with him during those years, because Yahweh had given him rest. <a href="/amp/2_chronicles/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a> He built fortified cities in Judah, since the land was at rest, and there was no one at war with him in those years, because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/csb/2_chronicles/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Because the land experienced peace, Asa built fortified cities in Judah. No one made war with him in those days because the LORD gave him rest. <a href="/hcsb/2_chronicles/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Because the land experienced peace, Asa built fortified cities in Judah. No one made war with him in those days because the LORD gave him rest. <a href="/asv/2_chronicles/14.htm">American Standard Version</a> And he built fortified cities in Judah; for the land was quiet, and he had no war in those years, because Jehovah had given him rest. <a href="/cev/2_chronicles/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> The LORD blessed Judah with peace while Asa was king, and so during that time, Asa fortified many of the towns. <a href="/erv/2_chronicles/14.htm">English Revised Version</a> And he built fenced cities in Judah: for the land was quiet, and he had no war in those years; because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/gwt/2_chronicles/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> He built fortified cities in Judah because the land had peace. There was no war during those years because the LORD gave him a time of peace. <a href="/gnt/2_chronicles/14.htm">Good News Translation</a> He built fortifications for the cities of Judah during this time, and for several years there was no war, because the LORD gave him peace. <a href="/isv/2_chronicles/14.htm">International Standard Version</a> Asa built fortified cities throughout Judah while the land lay undisturbed, because the LORD had given him peace so that no one went to war against him during those years. <a href="/msb/2_chronicles/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Because the land was at peace, Asa built fortified cities in Judah. In those days no one made war with him, because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/net/2_chronicles/14.htm">NET Bible</a> He built fortified cities throughout Judah, for the land was at rest and there was no war during those years; the LORD gave him peace. <a href="/nheb/2_chronicles/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> He built fortified cities in Judah; for the land was quiet, and he had no war in those years, because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/wbt/2_chronicles/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And he built fortified cities in Judah: for the land had rest, and he had no war in those years; because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/web/2_chronicles/14.htm">World English Bible</a> He built fortified cities in Judah; for the land was quiet, and he had no war in those years, because Yahweh had given him rest. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/2_chronicles/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And he builds cities of bulwarks in Judah, for the land has quiet; and there is no war with him in these years, because YHWH has given rest to him. <a href="/ylt/2_chronicles/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And he buildeth cities of bulwarks in Judah, for the land hath quiet, and there is no war with him in these years, because Jehovah hath given rest to him. <a href="/slt/2_chronicles/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And he will build cities of fortification in Judah: for the land rested, and not with him war in these years; for Jehovah gave rest to him.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/2_chronicles/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> He built also strong cities in Juda, for he was quiet, and there had no wars risen in his time, the Lord giving peace. <a href="/cpdv/2_chronicles/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Also, he built fortified cities in Judah. For it was quiet, and in his time no wars had arisen. For the Lord was generously granting peace. <a href="/nabre/2_chronicles/14.htm">New American Bible</a> He built fortified cities in Judah, for the land had peace and no war was waged against him during these years, because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/nrsvce/2_chronicles/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> He built fortified cities in Judah while the land had rest. He had no war in those years, for the LORD gave him peace.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/2_chronicles/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And he built fenced cities in Judah; for the land had rest, and there was no one who made war against him in those years, because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/hpbt/2_chronicles/14.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And he built fortress cities in the land of Yehuda, because the land was refreshed and there was no man that made war with them these years, because LORD JEHOVAH was giving it rest.<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/2_chronicles/14.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> And he built fortified cities in Judah; for the land was quiet, and he had no war in those years; because the LORD had given him rest. <a href="/sep/2_chronicles/14.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> fortified cities in the land of Juda; for the land was quiet, and he had no war in these years; for the Lord gave him rest. <a href="/parallel/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zGrb4955Tvs?start=3291" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/2_chronicles/14.htm">Asa Reigns in Judah</a> …5He also removed the high places and incense altars from all the cities of Judah, and under him the kingdom was at peace. 6<a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">Because</a> <a href="/hebrew/776.htm" title="776: hā·’ā·reṣ (Art:: N-fs) -- Earth, land. From an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth.">the land</a> <a href="/hebrew/8252.htm" title="8252: šā·qə·ṭāh (V-Qal-Perf-3fs) -- To be quiet or undisturbed. A primitive root; to repose.">was at peace,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1129.htm" title="1129: way·yi·ḇen (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To build. A primitive root; to build.">Asa built</a> <a href="/hebrew/4694.htm" title="4694: mə·ṣū·rāh (N-fs) -- Siegeworks, rampart. Or mtsurah; feminine of matsowr; a hemming in, i.e. a mound, or a rampart, fortification.">fortified</a> <a href="/hebrew/5892.htm" title="5892: ‘ā·rê (N-fpc) -- Excitement. Or par; or ayar; from uwr a city in the widest sense.">cities</a> <a href="/hebrew/3063.htm" title="3063: bî·hū·ḏāh (Prep-b:: N-proper-ms) -- From yadah; celebrated; Jehudah, the name of five Israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory.">in Judah.</a> <a href="/hebrew/428.htm" title="428: hā·’êl·leh (Art:: Pro-cp) -- These. Prolonged from 'el; these or those.">In those</a> <a href="/hebrew/8141.htm" title="8141: baš·šā·nîm (Prep-b, Art:: N-fp) -- A year. (in plura or shanah; from shanah; a year.">days</a> <a href="/hebrew/369.htm" title="369: wə·’ên- (Conj-w:: Adv) -- As if from a primitive root meaning to be nothing or not exist; a non-entity; generally used as a negative particle.">no one</a> <a href="/hebrew/4421.htm" title="4421: mil·ḥā·māh (N-fs) -- A battle, war. From lacham; a battle; generally, war.">made war</a> <a href="/hebrew/5973.htm" title="5973: ‘im·mōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- From amam; adverb or preposition, with, in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix.">with him,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">because</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/lōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/5117.htm" title="5117: hê·nî·aḥ (V-Hifil-Perf-3ms) -- To rest, i.e. settle down">had given him rest.</a> 7So he said to the people of Judah, “Let us build these cities and surround them with walls and towers, with doors and bars. The land is still ours because we have sought the LORD our God. We have sought Him and He has given us rest on every side.” So they built and prospered.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/1_kings/5-4.htm">1 Kings 5:4</a> But now the LORD my God has given me rest on every side, and there is no adversary or crisis. <a href="/1_kings/4-24.htm">1 Kings 4:24-25</a> For Solomon had dominion over everything west of the Euphrates—over all the kingdoms from Tiphsah to Gaza—and he had peace on all sides. / Throughout the days of Solomon, Judah and Israel dwelt securely from Dan to Beersheba, each man under his own vine and his own fig tree. <a href="/2_chronicles/15-15.htm">2 Chronicles 15:15</a> And all Judah rejoiced over the oath, for they had sworn it with all their heart. They had sought Him earnestly, and He was found by them. So the LORD gave them rest on every side. <a href="/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">2 Chronicles 20:30</a> Then Jehoshaphat’s kingdom was at peace, for his God had given him rest on every side. <a href="/1_kings/15-14.htm">1 Kings 15:14</a> The high places were not removed, but Asa’s heart was fully devoted to the LORD all his days. <a href="/1_kings/15-11.htm">1 Kings 15:11-12</a> And Asa did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, as his father David had done. / He banished the male shrine prostitutes from the land and removed all the idols that his fathers had made. <a href="/2_chronicles/15-2.htm">2 Chronicles 15:2</a> So he went out to meet Asa and said to him, “Listen to me, Asa and all Judah and Benjamin. The LORD is with you when you are with Him. If you seek Him, He will be found by you, but if you forsake Him, He will forsake you. <a href="/2_chronicles/17-10.htm">2 Chronicles 17:10</a> And the dread of the LORD fell upon all the kingdoms of the lands that surrounded Judah, so that they did not make war against Jehoshaphat. <a href="/2_chronicles/19-4.htm">2 Chronicles 19:4</a> Jehoshaphat lived in Jerusalem, and once again he went out among the people from Beersheba to the hill country of Ephraim and turned them back to the LORD, the God of their fathers. <a href="/2_chronicles/20-20.htm">2 Chronicles 20:20</a> Early in the morning they got up and left for the Wilderness of Tekoa. As they set out, Jehoshaphat stood up and said, “Hear me, O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Believe in the LORD your God, and you will be upheld; believe in His prophets, and you will succeed.” <a href="/isaiah/32-18.htm">Isaiah 32:18</a> Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest. <a href="/psalms/29-11.htm">Psalm 29:11</a> The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace. <a href="/psalms/85-8.htm">Psalm 85:8</a> I will listen to what God the LORD will say; for He will surely speak peace to His people and His saints; He will not let them return to folly. <a href="/proverbs/16-7.htm">Proverbs 16:7</a> When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him. <a href="/jeremiah/33-6.htm">Jeremiah 33:6</a> Nevertheless, I will bring to it health and healing, and I will heal its people and reveal to them the abundance of peace and truth.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And he built fenced cities in Judah: for the land had rest, and he had no war in those years; because the LORD had given him rest.And he built<a href="/2_chronicles/8-2.htm">2 Chronicles 8:2-6</a> That the cities which Huram had restored to Solomon, Solomon built them, and caused the children of Israel to dwell there… <a href="/2_chronicles/11-5.htm">2 Chronicles 11:5-12</a> And Rehoboam dwelt in Jerusalem, and built cities for defence in Judah… for the land<a href="/judges/3-11.htm">Judges 3:11,30</a> And the land had rest forty years. And Othniel the son of Kenaz died… <a href="/judges/5-31.htm">Judges 5:31</a> So let all thine enemies perish, O LORD: but let them that love him be as the sun when he goeth forth in his might. And the land had rest forty years.<a href="/1_kings/5-4.htm">1 Kings 5:4</a> But now the LORD my God hath given me rest on every side, so that there is neither adversary nor evil occurrent.the Lord<a href="/2_chronicles/15-15.htm">2 Chronicles 15:15</a> And all Judah rejoiced at the oath: for they had sworn with all their heart, and sought him with their whole desire; and he was found of them: and the LORD gave them rest round about.<a href="/joshua/23-1.htm">Joshua 23:1</a> And it came to pass a long time after that the LORD had given rest unto Israel from all their enemies round about, that Joshua waxed old and stricken in age.<a href="/job/34-29.htm">Job 34:29</a> When he giveth quietness, who then can make trouble? and when he hideth his face, who then can behold him? whether it be done against a nation, or against a man only:<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_chronicles/11-6.htm">Buildeth</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/11-6.htm">Built</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/12-4.htm">Bulwarks</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-5.htm">Cities</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/12-4.htm">Fenced</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/12-4.htm">Fortified</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-5.htm">Judah</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-5.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-5.htm">Quiet</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-5.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-5.htm">Towns</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-5.htm">Undisturbed</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/12-4.htm">Walled</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/13-15.htm">War</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/12-15.htm">Wars</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_chronicles/16-6.htm">Buildeth</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-7.htm">Built</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/26-15.htm">Bulwarks</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-7.htm">Cities</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/17-2.htm">Fenced</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/16-6.htm">Fortified</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-7.htm">Judah</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/15-5.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">Quiet</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-7.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-14.htm">Towns</a> <a href="/job/12-6.htm">Undisturbed</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/17-2.htm">Walled</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/15-11.htm">War</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/16-9.htm">Wars</a><div class="vheading2">2 Chronicles 14</div>1. <a href="/2_chronicles/14-1.htm">Asa following, destroys idolatry</a> 6. <a href="/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">having peace, he strengthens his kingdom with forts and armies</a> 9. <a href="/2_chronicles/14-9.htm">Calling of God, he overthrows Zerah, and spoils the Ethiopians</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_chronicles/14.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_chronicles/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/2_chronicles/14.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Because the land was at peace This phrase indicates a period of tranquility and stability in the kingdom of Judah. The peace experienced during Asa's reign is significant, as it contrasts with the frequent conflicts that characterized much of Israel's history. This peace can be seen as a blessing from God, allowing Asa to focus on strengthening the nation. The peace also reflects Asa's earlier religious reforms, which included removing foreign altars and high places, breaking down sacred pillars, and cutting down Asherah poles, actions that aligned Judah more closely with God's commandments.Asa built fortified cities in Judah The construction of fortified cities was a strategic move to protect the kingdom from potential future threats. Fortifications were common in the ancient Near East, serving as a defense against invasions and raids. Archaeological evidence from the region shows that cities like Lachish and Jerusalem had significant fortifications during this period. Asa's efforts to build and strengthen these cities demonstrate his wisdom and foresight as a leader, ensuring the security and prosperity of his people. This action also reflects the biblical principle of stewardship, as Asa used the time of peace to prepare for any eventualities.In those days no one made war with him This phrase underscores the divine protection and favor that Asa experienced. The absence of war allowed for economic growth, social stability, and religious reform. It also highlights the fulfillment of God's promises to His people when they obey His commandments. The peace Asa enjoyed can be seen as a direct result of his faithfulness to God, as he sought to lead Judah in accordance with divine laws. This period of peace is reminiscent of the rest promised to Israel in the covenant, contingent upon their obedience.because the LORD had given him rest The ultimate source of the peace and rest Asa experienced is attributed to the LORD. This divine rest is a recurring theme in the Bible, often associated with God's covenant blessings. It reflects God's sovereignty and His ability to control the affairs of nations. The rest given to Asa can be seen as a type of the spiritual rest offered through Jesus Christ, who invites believers to find rest for their souls in Him. This rest is not merely the absence of conflict but a deeper, spiritual peace that comes from a right relationship with God.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/a/asa.htm">Asa</a> The king of Judah who reigned during a time of peace and prosperity. He is noted for his religious reforms and efforts to strengthen the kingdom. 2. <a href="/topical/j/judah.htm">Judah</a> The southern kingdom of Israel, which Asa ruled. It was a time of relative peace and stability under his leadership. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD</a> The God of Israel, who granted peace and rest to the land during Asa's reign, allowing for the strengthening and building of the cities. 4. <a href="/topical/c/cities_of_judah.htm">Cities of Judah</a> The urban centers within the kingdom that Asa focused on building and fortifying during the peaceful years. 5. <a href="/topical/p/peace_and_rest.htm">Peace and Rest</a> A period granted by God, allowing Asa to focus on internal improvements and religious reforms without the distraction of war.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/d/divine_peace_as_a_foundation_for_growth.htm">Divine Peace as a Foundation for Growth</a> Asa's ability to build and strengthen Judah was directly linked to the peace God provided. In our lives, seeking God's peace can create a foundation for personal and communal growth. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_leadership_in_times_of_peace.htm">The Role of Leadership in Times of Peace</a> Asa used the time of peace wisely to fortify and build. Leaders today can learn from Asa by using peaceful times to strengthen and prepare for future challenges. <a href="/topical/t/trusting_in_god's_provision.htm">Trusting in God's Provision</a> The peace Asa experienced was a gift from God. Trusting in God's provision allows us to rest and focus on what He calls us to build in our lives. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_spiritual_reforms.htm">The Importance of Spiritual Reforms</a> Asa's reign was marked by religious reforms. In our spiritual journey, we should continually seek to align our lives with God's will, using times of peace to deepen our faith.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_chronicles_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 14</a> <a href="/q/why_no_record_of_zerah's_conflict.htm">If Zerah was truly Ethiopian, why is there no clear external historical record of this massive conflict (2 Chronicles 14)?</a> <a href="/q/evidence_for_2_chronicles_15_15_peace.htm">What evidence, if any, supports the sudden peace and prosperity described in 2 Chronicles 15:15, given the frequent conflicts in the region at that time? </a> <a href="/q/where's_the_evidence_of_jehoshaphat's_cities.htm">(2 Chronicles 17:2) Where is the archaeological evidence for the numerous fortified cities supposedly built or maintained by Jehoshaphat? </a> <a href="/q/ark_to_jerusalem__before_or_after_philistines.htm">When did David bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem? Before defeating the Philistines or after? After (2 Samuel 5 and 6) Before (I Chronicles 13 and 14)</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_chronicles/14.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) And he built fenced cities.--See <a href="/2_chronicles/11-5.htm" title="And Rehoboam dwelled in Jerusalem, and built cities for defense in Judah.">2Chronicles 11:5</a>; <a href="/2_chronicles/12-4.htm" title="And he took the fenced cities which pertained to Judah, and came to Jerusalem.">2Chronicles 12:4</a>; and for the expression "had given him rest," <a href="/2_samuel/7-1.htm" title="And it came to pass, when the king sat in his house, and the LORD had given him rest round about from all his enemies;">2Samuel 7:1</a>.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_chronicles/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 6. - He built fenced cities in Judah. Though it is not said so here, it is very probable that Asa did again the work of Rehoboam (<a href="/2_chronicles/11-5.htm">2 Chronicles 11:5-12</a>) which Shishak had done so much to undo (<a href="/2_chronicles/12-4.htm">2 Chronicles 12:4, 5, 8</a>). <a href="/commentaries/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>Because כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction the land הָאָ֗רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ) Article | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_776.htm">Strong's 776: </a> Earth, land was at peace, שָׁקְטָ֣ה (šā·qə·ṭāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8252.htm">Strong's 8252: </a> To be quiet or undisturbed Asa built וַיִּ֛בֶן (way·yi·ḇen) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1129.htm">Strong's 1129: </a> To build fortified מְצוּרָ֖ה (mə·ṣū·rāh) Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4694.htm">Strong's 4694: </a> A hemming in, a mound, a rampart, fortification cities עָרֵ֥י (‘ā·rê) Noun - feminine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5892.htm">Strong's 5892: </a> Excitement in Judah. בִּיהוּדָ֑ה (bî·hū·ḏāh) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3063.htm">Strong's 3063: </a> Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites In those הָאֵ֔לֶּה (hā·’êl·leh) Article | Pronoun - common plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_428.htm">Strong's 428: </a> These, those days בַּשָּׁנִ֣ים (baš·šā·nîm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8141.htm">Strong's 8141: </a> A year no one וְאֵין־ (wə·’ên-) Conjunctive waw | Adverb <a href="/hebrew/strongs_369.htm">Strong's 369: </a> A non-entity, a negative particle made war מִלְחָמָה֙ (mil·ḥā·māh) Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4421.htm">Strong's 4421: </a> A battle, war with him, עִמּ֤וֹ (‘im·mōw) Preposition | third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5973.htm">Strong's 5973: </a> With, equally with because כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction the LORD יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel gave him rest. הֵנִ֥יחַ (hê·nî·aḥ) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5117.htm">Strong's 5117: </a> To rest, settle down <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">2 Chronicles 14:6 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">2 Chronicles 14:6 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">2 Chronicles 14:6 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">2 Chronicles 14:6 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">2 Chronicles 14:6 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">2 Chronicles 14:6 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">2 Chronicles 14:6 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">2 Chronicles 14:6 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">2 Chronicles 14:6 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">2 Chronicles 14:6 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">OT History: 2 Chronicles 14:6 He built fortified cities in Judah (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_chronicles/14-5.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Chronicles 14:5"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Chronicles 14:5" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_chronicles/14-7.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Chronicles 14:7"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Chronicles 14:7" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>