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class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/2_chronicles/20.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/2_chronicles/20.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />And the kingdom of Jehoshaphat was at peace, for his God had given him rest on every side.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/2_chronicles/20.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />So Jehoshaphat’s kingdom was at peace, for his God had given him rest on every side.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/2_chronicles/20.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet, for his God gave him rest all around.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/2_chronicles/20.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then Jehoshaphat’s kingdom was at peace, for his God had given him rest on every side.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/2_chronicles/20.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet: for his God gave him rest round about.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_chronicles/20.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Then the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet, for his God gave him rest all around.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_chronicles/20.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />So the kingdom of Jehoshaphat was at peace, for his God gave him rest on all sides.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_chronicles/20.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />So the kingdom of Jehoshaphat was at peace, for his God gave him rest on all sides.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_chronicles/20.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />So the kingdom of Jehoshaphat was at peace, for his God gave him rest on all sides.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_chronicles/20.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />So the kingdom of Jehoshaphat was quiet, for his God gave him rest all around.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_chronicles/20.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />So the kingdom of Jehoshaphat was quiet, for his God gave him rest on all sides.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_chronicles/20.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then Jehoshaphat’s kingdom was quiet, for his God gave him rest on every side.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_chronicles/20.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then Jehoshaphat&#8217s kingdom was quiet, for his God gave him rest on every side. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_chronicles/20.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet; for his God gave him rest round about.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/2_chronicles/20.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />to invade Judah. The LORD let Jehoshaphat's kingdom be at peace. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_chronicles/20.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet: for his God gave him rest round about.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_chronicles/20.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Jehoshaphat's kingdom was peaceful, since his God surrounded him with peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/2_chronicles/20.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />so Jehoshaphat ruled in peace, and God gave him security on every side. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_chronicles/20.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />As a result, Jehoshaphat's kingdom enjoyed peace, because his God had provided rest for him all around.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_chronicles/20.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then Jehoshaphat?s kingdom was at peace, for his God had given him rest on every side.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_chronicles/20.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Jehoshaphat's kingdom enjoyed peace; his God made him secure on every side. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_chronicles/20.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet; for his God gave him rest all around.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_chronicles/20.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet: for his God gave him rest on all sides.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_chronicles/20.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet, for his God gave him rest all around. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_chronicles/20.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and the kingdom of Jehoshaphat is quiet, and his God gives rest to him all around.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_chronicles/20.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and the kingdom of Jehoshaphat is quiet, and his God giveth rest to him round about.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_chronicles/20.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the kingdom of Jehoshaphat will rest: and God will give rest to him from round about.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_chronicles/20.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And the kingdom of Josaphat was quiet, and God gave him peace round about. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_chronicles/20.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And the kingdom of Jehoshaphat was quiet. And God granted to him peace on all sides.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_chronicles/20.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Thereafter Jehoshaphat’s kingdom had peace, for his God gave him rest on every side. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_chronicles/20.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />And the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet, for his God gave him rest all around.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_chronicles/20.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet; for the LORD gave him rest on all sides.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/2_chronicles/20.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And the kingdom of Yehoshaphat came to rest, and LORD JEHOVAH gave it rest from its borders.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/2_chronicles/20.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet; for his God gave him rest round about.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/2_chronicles/20.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And the kingdom of Josaphat was at peace; and his God gave him rest round about.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zGrb4955Tvs?start=4945" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/2_chronicles/20.htm">The Joyful Return</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">29</span>And the fear of God came upon all the kingdoms of the lands when they heard that the LORD had fought against the enemies of Israel. <span class="reftext">30</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3092.htm" title="3092: yə·hō·wō·šā·p̄āṭ (N-proper-ms) -- From Yhovah and shaphat; Jehovah-judged; Jehoshaphat, the name of six Israelites; also of a valley near Jerusalem.">Then Jehoshaphat’s</a> <a href="/hebrew/4438.htm" title="4438: mal·ḵūṯ (N-fsc) -- Royalty, royal power, reign, kingdom. Or malkuth; or malkuyah; from malak; a rule; concretely, a dominion.">kingdom</a> <a href="/hebrew/8252.htm" title="8252: wat·tiš·qōṭ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs) -- To be quiet or undisturbed. A primitive root; to repose.">was at peace,</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hāw (N-mpc:: 3ms) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">for his God</a> <a href="/hebrew/5117.htm" title="5117: way·yā·naḥ (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To rest, i.e. settle down">had given him rest</a> <a href="/hebrew/lōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/5439.htm" title="5439: mis·sā·ḇîḇ (Prep-m:: Adv) -- Circuit, round about. Or cbiybah; from cabab; a circle, neighbour, or environs; but chiefly around.">on every side.</a> </span><div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/4-24.htm">1 Kings 4:24</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/21-44.htm">Joshua 21:44</a></span><br />And the LORD gave them rest on every side, just as He had sworn to their fathers. None of their enemies could stand against them, for the LORD delivered all their enemies into their hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/judges/3-30.htm">Judges 3:30</a></span><br />So Moab was subdued under the hand of Israel that day, and the land had rest for eighty years.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/5-4.htm">1 Kings 5:4</a></span><br />But now the LORD my God has given me rest on every side, and there is no adversary or crisis.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/22-9.htm">1 Chronicles 22:9</a></span><br />But a son will be born to you who will be a man of rest. I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side; for his name will be Solomon, and I will grant to Israel peace and quiet during his reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/46-9.htm">Psalm 46:9</a></span><br />He makes wars to cease throughout the earth; He breaks the bow and shatters the spear; He burns the shields in the fire.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3</a></span><br />You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/32-18.htm">Isaiah 32:18</a></span><br />Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-7.htm">Proverbs 16:7</a></span><br />When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/29-11.htm">Psalm 29:11</a></span><br />The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/147-14.htm">Psalm 147:14</a></span><br />He makes peace at your borders; He fills you with the finest wheat.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-7.htm">Philippians 4:7</a></span><br />And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a></span><br />Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/5-1.htm">Romans 5:1</a></span><br />Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/2-14.htm">Ephesians 2:14</a></span><br />For He Himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has torn down the dividing wall of hostility</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet: for his God gave him rest round about.</p><p class="hdg">his God</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">2 Chronicles 14:6,7</a></b></br> 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… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_chronicles/15-15.htm">2 Chronicles 15:15</a></b></br> 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.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/joshua/23-1.htm">Joshua 23:1</a></b></br> 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 <i>and</i> stricken in age.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_chronicles/20-27.htm">Jehoshaphat</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/20-27.htm">Jehosh'aphat</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/17-5.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/19-1.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/14-6.htm">Quiet</a> <a href="/joshua/13-30.htm">Realm</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/16-13.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/18-31.htm">Round</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/20-10.htm">Side</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/15-15.htm">Sides</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_chronicles/20-31.htm">Jehoshaphat</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/20-31.htm">Jehosh'aphat</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/21-3.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/29-35.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/23-21.htm">Quiet</a> <a href="/ezra/7-13.htm">Realm</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/20-34.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/23-2.htm">Round</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/23-10.htm">Side</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/23-10.htm">Sides</a><div class="vheading2">2 Chronicles 20</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/20-1.htm">Jehoshaphat, invaded by Moab, proclaims a fast</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/20-5.htm">His prayer</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/20-14.htm">The prophecy of Jahaziel</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/20-20.htm">Jehoshaphat exhorts the people, and sets singers to praise the Lord</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/20-22.htm">The great overthrow of his enemies</a></span><br><span class="reftext">26. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/20-26.htm">The people, having blessed God at Berachah, return in triumph</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/20-31.htm">Jehoshaphat's reign</a></span><br><span class="reftext">35. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/20-35.htm">His convoy of ships, according to the prophecy of Eliezer, unhappily perishes.</a></span><br></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'; 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The peace mentioned here follows a significant military victory over a coalition of enemies, including the Moabites, Ammonites, and Meunites, which was achieved through divine intervention rather than military might. This peace is a fulfillment of God's promise to protect and bless those who are faithful to Him. The peace in Jehoshaphat's kingdom can be seen as a type of the ultimate peace that Christ brings to believers, as He is referred to as the "Prince of Peace" in <a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Isaiah 9:6</a>.<p><b>for his God had given him rest</b><br>The phrase "his God" emphasizes the personal relationship between Jehoshaphat and Yahweh, highlighting the covenantal faithfulness of God to those who seek Him. The rest given by God is reminiscent of the rest promised to the Israelites in the Promised Land, as seen in <a href="/joshua/21-44.htm">Joshua 21:44</a>. This rest is not merely the absence of war but a deeper, spiritual rest that comes from trusting in God's sovereignty and provision. It foreshadows the spiritual rest offered through Jesus Christ, as mentioned in <a href="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28-30</a>, where Jesus invites those who are weary to find rest in Him.<p><b>on every side</b><br>The phrase "on every side" indicates comprehensive peace and security, suggesting that all potential threats were neutralized by divine intervention. This mirrors the peace and security promised to Israel when they are obedient to God's commands, as seen in <a href="/leviticus/26-6.htm">Leviticus 26:6</a>. It also points to the eschatological peace that will be established in the new heavens and new earth, where there will be no more conflict or fear, as described in <a href="/revelation/21-4.htm">Revelation 21:4</a>. This complete peace is a foretaste of the ultimate reconciliation and harmony that will be realized in God's eternal kingdom.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jehoshaphat.htm">Jehoshaphat</a></b><br>The fourth king of the Kingdom of Judah, known for his religious reforms and efforts to bring the people back to the worship of Yahweh. He is a central figure in this passage, experiencing God's deliverance and peace.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/k/kingdom_of_judah.htm">Kingdom of Judah</a></b><br>The southern kingdom of the divided Israelite monarchy, over which Jehoshaphat reigned. It was a place of both spiritual struggle and renewal during his reign.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/peace_and_rest.htm">Peace and Rest</a></b><br>The state of tranquility and security that God granted to Jehoshaphat and his kingdom, signifying divine favor and protection.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/g/god's_deliverance.htm">God's Deliverance</a></b><br>The context of this verse follows a miraculous victory over a coalition of enemies, where God intervened on behalf of Judah without them having to fight.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/d/divine_intervention.htm">Divine Intervention</a></b><br>The event where God caused confusion among the enemy armies, leading to their self-destruction, which is a testament to God's power and faithfulness.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_sovereignty.htm">Trust in God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>Jehoshaphat's peace was a result of his reliance on God. Believers today are called to trust in God's control over their circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_prayer_and_worship.htm">The Power of Prayer and Worship</a></b><br>Before the victory, Jehoshaphat led the people in prayer and worship. This teaches the importance of seeking God first in times of trouble.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_peace_as_a_gift.htm">God's Peace as a Gift</a></b><br>The peace given to Jehoshaphat was a divine gift. Christians are reminded that true peace comes from God, not from worldly circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/rest_in_god's_promises.htm">Rest in God's Promises</a></b><br>Just as God fulfilled His promise to protect Judah, believers can rest in the assurance of God's promises in their lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_obedience.htm">The Importance of Obedience</a></b><br>Jehoshaphat's reforms and obedience to God set the stage for divine intervention. Obedience to God's word is crucial for experiencing His blessings.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_chronicles/20.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(30) <span class= "bld">So the realm of Jehoshaphat.</span>--The same is said of Asa's kingdom (<a href="/context/2_chronicles/14-5.htm" title="Also he took away out of all the cities of Judah the high places and the images: and the kingdom was quiet before him.">2Chronicles 14:5-6</a>; <a href="/2_chronicles/15-15.htm" title="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.">2Chronicles 15:15</a>). (Comp. the similar notices in Judges of the rest which followed upon the overthrow of a national enemy, <span class= "ital">e.g.,</span> <a href="/judges/3-30.htm" title="So Moab was subdued that day under the hand of Israel. And the land had rest fourscore years.">Judges 3:30</a>.)<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_chronicles/20.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 30.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">His God gave him rest</span> (so see <a href="/2_chronicles/15-15.htm">2 Chronicles 15:15</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Then Jehoshaphat’s</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוֹשָׁפָ֑ט</span> <span class="translit">(yə·hō·wō·šā·p̄āṭ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3092.htm">Strong's 3092: </a> </span><span class="str2">Jehoshaphat -- 'the LORD has judged', the name of a number of Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">kingdom</span><br /><span class="heb">מַלְכ֣וּת</span> <span class="translit">(mal·ḵūṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4438.htm">Strong's 4438: </a> </span><span class="str2">Royalty, royal power, reign, kingdom</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was at peace,</span><br /><span class="heb">וַתִּשְׁקֹ֖ט</span> <span class="translit">(wat·tiš·qōṭ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8252.htm">Strong's 8252: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be quiet or undisturbed</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for his God</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהָ֖יו</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">had given him rest</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיָּ֧נַֽח</span> <span class="translit">(way·yā·naḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5117.htm">Strong's 5117: </a> </span><span class="str2">To rest, settle down</span><br /><br /><span class="word">on every side.</span><br /><span class="heb">מִסָּבִֽיב׃</span> <span class="translit">(mis·sā·ḇîḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5439.htm">Strong's 5439: </a> </span><span class="str2">A circle, neighbour, environs, around</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">2 Chronicles 20:30 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">2 Chronicles 20:30 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">2 Chronicles 20:30 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">2 Chronicles 20:30 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">2 Chronicles 20:30 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">2 Chronicles 20:30 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">2 Chronicles 20:30 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">2 Chronicles 20:30 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">2 Chronicles 20:30 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">2 Chronicles 20:30 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_chronicles/20-30.htm">OT History: 2 Chronicles 20:30 So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_chronicles/20-29.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Chronicles 20:29"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Chronicles 20:29" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_chronicles/20-31.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Chronicles 20:31"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Chronicles 20:31" /></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>