Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Judah did evil in the eyes of the LORD. By the sins they committed they stirred up his jealous anger more than those who were before them had done. New Living Translation During Rehoboam’s reign, the people of Judah did what was evil in the LORD’s sight, provoking his anger with their sin, for it was even worse than that of their ancestors. English Standard Version And Judah did what was evil in the sight of the LORD, and they provoked him to jealousy with their sins that they committed, more than all that their fathers had done. Berean Standard Bible And Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD, and by the sins they committed they provoked Him to jealous anger more than all their fathers had done. King James Bible And Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD, and they provoked him to jealousy with their sins which they had committed, above all that their fathers had done. New King James Version Now Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD, and they provoked Him to jealousy with their sins which they committed, more than all that their fathers had done. New American Standard Bible And the people of Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD, and they provoked Him to jealousy with their sins which they committed, more than all that their fathers had done. NASB 1995 Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD, and they provoked Him to jealousy more than all that their fathers had done, with the sins which they committed. NASB 1977 And Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD, and they provoked Him to jealousy more than all that their fathers had done, with the sins which they committed. Legacy Standard Bible And Judah did what was evil in the sight of Yahweh, and they provoked Him to jealousy more than all that their fathers had done, with the sins which they sinned. Amplified Bible And [the people of] Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD. They provoked Him to jealousy more than all that their fathers had done, with their sins which they had committed. Christian Standard Bible Judah did what was evil in the LORD’s sight. They provoked him to jealous anger more than all that their ancestors had done with the sins they committed. Holman Christian Standard Bible Judah did what was evil in the LORD’s eyes. They provoked Him to jealous anger more than all that their ancestors had done with the sins they committed. American Standard Version And Judah did that which was evil in the sight of Jehovah, and they provoked him to jealousy with their sins which they committed, above all that their fathers had done. Contemporary English Version The people of Judah disobeyed the LORD and made him even angrier than their ancestors had. English Revised Version And Judah did that which was evil in the sight of the LORD; and they provoked him to jealousy with their sins which they committed, above all that their fathers had done. GOD'S WORD® Translation The people of Judah did what the LORD considered evil. Their sins made him more angry than anything their ancestors had done. Good News Translation The people of Judah sinned against the LORD and did more to arouse his anger against them than all their ancestors had done. International Standard Version Judah practiced what the LORD considered to be evil. They did more to provoke him to jealousy than their ancestors had ever done by committing the sins that they committed. NET Bible Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD. They made him more jealous by their sins than their ancestors had done. New Heart English Bible Judah did that which was evil in the sight of the LORD, and they provoked him to jealousy with their sins which they committed, above all that their fathers had done. Webster's Bible Translation And Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD, and they provoked him to jealousy with their sins which they had committed, above all that their fathers had done. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD, and by the sins they committed they provoked Him to jealous anger more than all their fathers had done. World English Bible Judah did that which was evil in Yahweh’s sight, and they provoked him to jealousy with their sins which they committed, above all that their fathers had done. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Judah does evil in the eyes of YHWH, and they make Him zealous above all that their fathers did by their sins that they have sinned. Young's Literal Translation And Judah doth the evil thing in the eyes of Jehovah, and they make Him zealous above all that their fathers did by their sins that they have sinned. Smith's Literal Translation And Judah will do evil in the eyes of Jehovah, and they will provoke him to jealousy above all which their fathers did in the sins which they sinned. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Juda did evil in the sight of the Lord, and provoked him above all that their fathers had done, in their sins which they committed. Catholic Public Domain Version And Judah did evil in the sight of the Lord, and they provoked him beyond all that their fathers had done, by their sins that they committed. New American Bible Judah did evil in the LORD’s sight and they angered him even more than their ancestors had done. New Revised Standard Version Judah did what was evil in the sight of the LORD; they provoked him to jealousy with their sins that they committed, more than all that their ancestors had done. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD, and they provoked him to indignation in everything that their fathers had done and in their sins which they had committed. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Yehuda did what is evil before LORD JEHOVAH, and they provoked him to jealousy in everything that their fathers did, and with their sins that they sinned. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Judah did that which was evil in the sight of the LORD; and they moved Him to jealousy with their sins which they committed, above all that their fathers had done. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Roboam did evil in the sight of the Lord; and he provoked him in all the things which their fathers did in their sins which they sinned. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Rehoboam's Reign in Judah21Meanwhile, Rehoboam son of Solomon reigned in Judah. He was forty-one years old when he became king, and he reigned seventeen years in Jerusalem, the city the LORD had chosen from all the tribes of Israel in which to put His Name. His mother’s name was Naamah the Ammonite. 22And Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD, and by the sins they committed they provoked Him to jealous anger more than all their fathers had done. 23They also built for themselves high places, sacred pillars, and Asherah poles on every high hill and under every green tree.… Cross References 2 Chronicles 12:1-2 After Rehoboam had established his sovereignty and royal power, he and all Israel with him forsook the Law of the LORD. / In the fifth year of Rehoboam’s reign, because they had been unfaithful to the LORD, Shishak king of Egypt attacked Jerusalem 2 Kings 17:19 and even Judah did not keep the commandments of the LORD their God, but lived according to the customs Israel had introduced. 2 Kings 21:2-3 And he did evil in the sight of the LORD by following the abominations of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites. / For he rebuilt the high places that his father Hezekiah had destroyed, and he raised up altars for Baal. He made an Asherah pole, as King Ahab of Israel had done, and he worshiped and served all the host of heaven. 2 Chronicles 33:9 So Manasseh led the people of Judah and Jerusalem astray, so that they did greater evil than the nations that the LORD had destroyed before the Israelites. 2 Kings 23:26-27 Nevertheless, the LORD did not turn away from the fury of His burning anger, which was kindled against Judah because of all that Manasseh had done to provoke Him to anger. / For the LORD had said, “I will remove Judah from My sight, just as I removed Israel. I will reject this city Jerusalem, which I chose, and the temple of which I said, ‘My Name shall be there.’” 2 Chronicles 28:19 For the LORD humbled Judah because Ahaz king of Israel had thrown off restraint in Judah and had been most unfaithful to the LORD. 2 Kings 16:2-4 Ahaz was twenty years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. And unlike David his father, he did not do what was right in the eyes of the LORD his God. / Instead, he walked in the ways of the kings of Israel and even sacrificed his son in the fire, according to the abominations of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites. / And he sacrificed and burned incense on the high places, on the hills, and under every green tree. 2 Chronicles 21:11 Jehoram had also built high places on the hills of Judah; he had caused the people of Jerusalem to prostitute themselves and had led Judah astray. 2 Kings 21:11 “Since Manasseh king of Judah has committed all these abominations, acting more wickedly than the Amorites who preceded him, and with his idols has caused Judah to sin, 2 Chronicles 33:2 And he did evil in the sight of the LORD by following the abominations of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites. 2 Kings 17:7-8 All this happened because the people of Israel had sinned against the LORD their God, who had brought them out of the land of Egypt from under the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt. They had worshiped other gods / and walked in the customs of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites, as well as in the practices introduced by the kings of Israel. 2 Chronicles 28:22-25 In the time of his distress, King Ahaz became even more unfaithful to the LORD. / He sacrificed to the gods of Damascus, who had defeated him, and he said, “Because the gods of the kings of Aram have helped them, I will sacrifice to them that they may help me.” But these gods were the downfall of Ahaz and of all Israel. / Then Ahaz gathered up the articles of the house of God, cut them into pieces, shut the doors of the house of the LORD, and set up altars of his own on every street corner in Jerusalem. ... 2 Kings 23:32 And he did evil in the sight of the LORD, just as his fathers had done. 2 Chronicles 36:14 Furthermore, all the leaders of the priests and the people multiplied their unfaithful deeds, following all the abominations of the nations, and they defiled the house of the LORD, which He had consecrated in Jerusalem. 2 Kings 23:37 And he did evil in the sight of the LORD, just as his fathers had done. Treasury of Scripture And Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD, and they provoked him to jealousy with their sins which they had committed, above all that their fathers had done. Judah Judges 3:7,12 And the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the LORD, and forgat the LORD their God, and served Baalim and the groves… Judges 4:1 And the children of Israel again did evil in the sight of the LORD, when Ehud was dead. 2 Kings 17:19 Also Judah kept not the commandments of the LORD their God, but walked in the statutes of Israel which they made. they provoked 1 Kings 14:9 But hast done evil above all that were before thee: for thou hast gone and made thee other gods, and molten images, to provoke me to anger, and hast cast me behind thy back: Deuteronomy 4:24 For the LORD thy God is a consuming fire, even a jealous God. Deuteronomy 29:28 And the LORD rooted them out of their land in anger, and in wrath, and in great indignation, and cast them into another land, as it is this day. all 1 Kings 16:30 And Ahab the son of Omri did evil in the sight of the LORD above all that were before him. 2 Kings 21:11 Because Manasseh king of Judah hath done these abominations, and hath done wickedly above all that the Amorites did, which were before him, and hath made Judah also to sin with his idols: Ezekiel 16:47,48 Yet hast thou not walked after their ways, nor done after their abominations: but, as if that were a very little thing, thou wast corrupted more than they in all thy ways… Jump to Previous Anger Committed Evil Eyes Fathers Jealous Jealousy Judah Moved Provoked Sight Sinned Sins Stirred ZealousJump to Next Anger Committed Evil Eyes Fathers Jealous Jealousy Judah Moved Provoked Sight Sinned Sins Stirred Zealous1 Kings 14 1. Abijah being sick, 2. Jeroboam sends his wife, disguised, with presents to the prophet Ahijah 5. Ahijah forewarned by God, denounces God's judgment 17. Abijah dies, and is buried 19. Nadab succeeds Jeroboam 21. Rehoboam's wicked reign, 25. Shishak raids Jerusalem 29. Abijam succeeds Rehoboam And Judah did evil in the sight of the LORD This phrase indicates a moral and spiritual decline in the kingdom of Judah. The "evil" refers to idolatry and practices contrary to the covenant established between God and Israel. The phrase "in the sight of the LORD" emphasizes God's omniscience and His awareness of Judah's actions. This is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, where the actions of the people are constantly evaluated against God's standards (Judges 2:11, 2 Kings 17:17). and by the sins they committed they provoked Him to jealous anger more than all their fathers had done Persons / Places / Events 1. JudahThe southern kingdom of Israel, consisting of the tribes of Judah and Benjamin, with Jerusalem as its capital. At this time, Judah was under the rule of King Rehoboam, Solomon's son. 2. Rehoboam The king of Judah during this period. His reign is marked by a departure from the ways of the LORD, leading the nation into idolatry and sin. 3. The LORD The covenant God of Israel, who is portrayed as being provoked to anger by Judah's actions. His relationship with Israel is central to the account. 4. Idolatry The specific sin that Judah engaged in, which included the worship of foreign gods and the establishment of high places, Asherah poles, and other pagan practices. 5. Jealous Anger of God A key theme in this passage, highlighting God's response to Judah's unfaithfulness. The Hebrew word for "jealous" (qanna) conveys a deep, protective zeal for His covenant relationship with His people. Teaching Points The Danger of IdolatryIdolatry is not just the worship of physical idols but can include anything that takes the place of God in our lives. We must examine our hearts for modern-day idols. God's Jealous Love God's jealousy is rooted in His love and desire for a faithful relationship with His people. Understanding this helps us appreciate the seriousness of our commitment to Him. Consequences of Sin Judah's actions led to God's anger and eventual judgment. Our sins have consequences, and we must seek repentance and restoration. Leadership and Influence Rehoboam's leadership led Judah astray. Leaders have a significant impact on those they lead, and they must guide others toward righteousness. Faithfulness to God's Commands Remaining faithful to God's commands is crucial for maintaining a healthy relationship with Him. We must strive to live according to His Word. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 14What does 'three sins, even four' mean in the Bible? In Psalm 101:3, is David’s claim of refusing to set any “vile thing” before his eyes historically plausible, given the idolatries and cultural norms of his era? In Deuteronomy 12:2–4, how does the command to destroy all pagan worship sites fit with archaeological findings that some Canaanite altars appear to have remained in use? Why do historical records and archaeology not confirm widespread enforcement of Deuteronomy 18’s prohibitions during Israel’s early history? (22) Forty and one years old when he began to reign.--It has been noticed that the age of forty-one assigned to Rehoboam at his accession, here and in the Chronicles (both in the Hebrew text and the ancient versions) and in the history of Josephus, presents some difficulty in relation to the youth ascribed to him and his companions at the time of his accession; and, moreover, if only forty years are given to Solomon's reign, must throw back his birth to a time when his father must have been very young. It has been accordingly proposed to read "twenty-one" (by a slight change of the Hebrew numerals); but the combined authority supporting the present reading is strong, and the difficulties above noted, though real, are not insurmountable. The city which the Lord did choose. --This emphatic notice is, no doubt, intended to place Jerusalem and its worship in marked contrast with the new capitals and unauthorised sanctuaries which had sprung up. The possession of Jerusalem, with all that was associated with it, was the very life of the little kingdom of Judah, threatened by its more powerful rival and by the neighbouring nations. In Israel one capital succeeded another; Shechem, Tirzah, Samaria, Jezreel, became rival cities. In Judah no city could be for a moment placed on the level of the hallowed city of Jerusalem.Naamah an Ammonitess. --The reference to the queen-mother is almost invariable in the annals of the kings, marking the importance always attaching to it in Eastern monarchies; but the mention (here and in 1Kings 14:31) of Naamah as an Ammonitess is perhaps significant in relation to the description of the manifold idolatries of Rehoboam. It is curious that the succession should pass without question to the son of another and an earlier wife than Solomon's chief queen, the daughter of Pharaoh.(22) Judah did evil.--From the Chronicles (2Chronicles 11:17) we gather that, as might have been expected, the judgment which had fallen upon the house of David for idolatry, the rallying of the national feeling round the sacredness of the Temple, and the influx from Israel of the priests and Levites, produced a temporary reaction: "for three years they walked in the way of David and Solomon." With, however, the excitement, and perhaps the sense of danger (2Chronicles 12:1), this wholesome reaction passed by, and gave way to an extraordinarily reckless plunge into abominations of the worst kind. These are ascribed not, as in the case of Solomon and most other kings, to the action of Rehoboam, but to that of the people at large; for the king himself seems to have been weak, unfit for taking the initiative either in good or evil. The apostasy of Judah was evidently the harvest of the deadly seed sown by the commanding influence of Solomon, under whose idolatry the young men had grown up. It is said to have gone beyond "all that their fathers had done," even in the darkest periods of the age of the Judges: perhaps on the ground that the sins of a more advanced state of knowledge and civilisation are, both in their guilt and in their subtlety, worse than the sins of a semi-barbarous age.Verse 22. - And Judah did evil in the sight of the Lord [not, however, before the fourth year of Rehoboam's reign. For the first three Fears the nation remained steadfast in the faith, and the kingdom was greatly strengthened and consolidated. The defection commenced when Rehoboam began to feel himself secure (2 Chronicles 12:1). It is to be observed, however, that the historian says "Judah" (not Rehoboam) "did evil," etc. It is probable that a considerable section of the people approved of the idolatrous practices introduced in the preceding reign, and that Rehoboam was unable to repress them. It was his misfortune to have to reap the bitter fruits of Solomon's unfaithfulness], and they provoked him to jealousy [Heb. made him jealous. Same word, Exodus 20:5; Exodus 34:14; Numbers 5:14. The words of the covenant proclaimed the Lord a,' jealous God." This is of course anthropomorphic language. The nation was regarded as the bride of Jehovah, and God is said to be made jealous, because idolatry was unfaithfulness to Him. The worship of Baal and Ashtoreth, it must be remembered, involved unutterable immoralities, hence the special fitness of the word, which is only used of idolatry of one kind or other] with their sins which they had committed [Heb. sinned] above all that their fathers had done. |
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