2 Chronicles 12:11
New International Version
Whenever the king went to the LORD’s temple, the guards went with him, bearing the shields, and afterward they returned them to the guardroom.

New Living Translation
Whenever the king went to the Temple of the LORD, the guards would also take the shields and then return them to the guardroom.

English Standard Version
And as often as the king went into the house of the LORD, the guard came and carried them and brought them back to the guardroom.

Berean Standard Bible
And whenever the king entered the house of the LORD, the guards would go with him, bearing the shields, and later they would return them to the guardroom.

King James Bible
And when the king entered into the house of the LORD, the guard came and fetched them, and brought them again into the guard chamber.

New King James Version
And whenever the king entered the house of the LORD, the guard would go and bring them out; then they would take them back into the guardroom.

New American Standard Bible
As often as the king entered the house of the LORD, the guards came and carried them and then brought them back into the guards’ room.

NASB 1995
As often as the king entered the house of the LORD, the guards came and carried them and then brought them back into the guards’ room.

NASB 1977
And it happened as often as the king entered the house of the LORD, the guards came and carried them and then brought them back into the guards’ room.

Legacy Standard Bible
Now it happened that as often as the king entered the house of Yahweh, the guards would come and carry them and then bring them back into the guards’ room.

Amplified Bible
And whenever the king entered the house of the LORD, the guards came and carried the shields and then brought them back into the guards’ room.

Christian Standard Bible
Whenever the king entered the LORD’s temple, the guards would carry the shields and take them back to the armory.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Whenever the king entered the LORD’s temple, the royal escorts would carry the shields and take them back to the royal escorts’ armory.

American Standard Version
And it was so, that, as oft as the king entered into the house of Jehovah, the guard came and bare them, and brought them back into the guard-chamber.

Contemporary English Version
Whenever Rehoboam went to the LORD's temple, the guards carried the shields. But they always took them back to the guardroom as soon as he had finished worshiping.

English Revised Version
And it was so, that as oft as the king entered into the house of the LORD, the guard came and bare them, and brought them back into the guard chamber.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Whenever the king went into the LORD's temple, guards carried the shields and then returned them to the guardroom.

Good News Translation
Every time the king went to the Temple, the guards carried the shields and then returned them to the guardroom.

International Standard Version
As often as the king entered the LORD's Temple, the guards came and transported the shields to the Temple and then brought them back to the guard's quarters.

Majority Standard Bible
And whenever the king entered the house of the LORD, the guards would go with him, bearing the shields, and later they would return them to the guardroom.

NET Bible
Whenever the king visited the LORD's temple, the royal guards carried them and then brought them back to the guardroom.

New Heart English Bible
It was so, that as often as the king entered into the house of the LORD, the guard came and bore them, and brought them back into the guard room.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when the king entered into the house of the LORD, the guard came and conveyed them, and brought them again into the guard-chamber.

World English Bible
As often as the king entered into Yahweh’s house, the guard came and bore them, then brought them back into the guard room.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and it comes to pass, from the time of the going in of the king to the house of YHWH, the runners have come in and lifted them up, and brought them back to the chamber of the runners.

Young's Literal Translation
and it cometh to pass, from the time of the going in of the king to the house of Jehovah, the runners have come in and lifted them up, and brought them back unto the chamber of the runners.

Smith's Literal Translation
And it will be as often as the king came into the house of Jehovah the runners came and lifted them up and turned them back to the chamber of the runners.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when the king entered into the house of the Lord, the shieldbearers came and took them, and brought them back again to their armoury.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when the king would enter into the house of the Lord, the shield bearers would arrive and take them, and they would carry them back to their armory.

New American Bible
Whenever the king visited the house of the LORD, the attendants would carry them, and then return them to the guardroom.

New Revised Standard Version
Whenever the king went into the house of the LORD, the guard would come along bearing them, and would then bring them back to the guardroom.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And when the king entered into the house of the LORD, the guard came and fetched them, and brought them again into the guard chamber.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And it was so, that as oft as the king entered into the house of the LORD, the guard came and bore them, and brought them back into the guard-chamber.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And it came to pass, when the king went into the house of the Lord, the guards and the footmen went in, and they that returned to meet the footmen.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Egypt Plunders Jerusalem
10Then King Rehoboam made bronze shields in their place and committed them to the care of the captains of the guard on duty at the entrance to the royal palace. 11And whenever the king entered the house of the LORD, the guards would go with him, bearing the shields, and later they would return them to the guardroom. 12Because Rehoboam humbled himself, the anger of the LORD turned away from him, and He did not destroy him completely. Indeed, conditions were good in Judah.…

Cross References
1 Kings 14:27-28
Then King Rehoboam made bronze shields in their place and committed them to the care of the captains of the guard on duty at the entrance to the royal palace. / And whenever the king entered the house of the LORD, the guards would bear the shields, and later they would return them to the guardroom.

2 Chronicles 9:16
He also made three hundred small shields of hammered gold; three hundred shekels of gold went into each shield. And the king put them in the House of the Forest of Lebanon.

2 Chronicles 9:15
King Solomon made two hundred large shields of hammered gold; six hundred shekels of hammered gold went into each shield.

1 Kings 10:16-17
King Solomon made two hundred large shields of hammered gold; six hundred shekels of gold went into each shield. / He also made three hundred small shields of hammered gold; three minas of gold went into each shield. And the king put them in the House of the Forest of Lebanon.

2 Chronicles 11:12
He also put shields and spears in all the cities and strengthened them greatly. So Judah and Benjamin belonged to him.

2 Chronicles 9:24
Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules.

2 Chronicles 9:11
The king made the algum wood into steps for the house of the LORD and for the king’s palace, and into lyres and harps for the singers. Never before had anything like them been seen in the land of Judah.)

2 Chronicles 9:4
the food at his table, the seating of his servants, the service and attire of his attendants, the attire of his cupbearers, and the burnt offerings he presented at the house of the LORD, it took her breath away.

1 Kings 10:21
All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon.

1 Kings 10:5
the food at his table, the seating of his servants, the service and attire of his attendants, his cupbearers, and the burnt offerings he presented at the house of the LORD, it took her breath away.

1 Kings 10:12
The king made the almug wood into steps for the house of the LORD and for the king’s palace, and into lyres and harps for the singers. Never before had such almug wood been brought in, nor has such been seen again to this day.)

1 Kings 10:25
Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules.

2 Chronicles 13:2-3
and he reigned in Jerusalem three years. His mother’s name was Micaiah daughter of Uriel; she was from Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam. / Abijah went into battle with an army of 400,000 chosen men, while Jeroboam drew up in formation against him with 800,000 chosen and mighty men of valor.

2 Chronicles 13:10-12
But as for us, the LORD is our God. We have not forsaken Him; the priests who minister to the LORD are sons of Aaron, and the Levites attend to their duties. / Every morning and every evening they present burnt offerings and fragrant incense to the LORD. They set out the rows of showbread on the ceremonially clean table, and every evening they light the lamps of the gold lampstand. We are carrying out the requirements of the LORD our God, while you have forsaken Him. / Now behold, God Himself is with us as our head, and His priests with their trumpets sound the battle call against you. O children of Israel, do not fight against the LORD, the God of your fathers, for you will not succeed.”

2 Chronicles 13:18
Thus the Israelites were subdued at that time, and the men of Judah prevailed because they relied on the LORD, the God of their fathers.


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2 Chronicles 12
1. Rehoboam, forsaking the Lord, is punished by Shishak
5. He and the princes, repenting at the preaching of Shemaiah,
7. are delivered from destruction, but not from spoil
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Whenever the king entered
This phrase indicates a habitual action, suggesting that the king's visits to the house of the LORD were regular and significant. The Hebrew root for "entered" is "בּוֹא" (bo), which often implies coming into a place with purpose or intent. Historically, the king's entrance into the temple was a moment of reverence and responsibility, reflecting his role as both a political and spiritual leader. It underscores the importance of leadership that acknowledges divine authority.

the house of the LORD
This refers to the temple in Jerusalem, a central place of worship and the dwelling place of God's presence among His people. The Hebrew term "בֵּית יְהוָה" (Beit Yahweh) emphasizes the temple's sanctity and its role as a symbol of God's covenant with Israel. The temple was not just a physical structure but a spiritual center, representing God's relationship with His chosen people and His desire for them to live in obedience and worship.

the guards went with him
The presence of guards highlights the king's status and the need for protection, even in sacred spaces. The Hebrew word for "guards" is "רָצִים" (ratsim), which can also mean runners or couriers, indicating their readiness and vigilance. This detail reflects the political realities of the time, where even sacred duties were intertwined with the need for security and order. It also symbolizes the protection and reverence due to the sacred space and the king's role within it.

bearing the shields
The shields were likely ceremonial, representing the king's authority and the nation's strength. The Hebrew word "מָגֵן" (magen) for "shields" can also imply defense and protection. In a spiritual sense, this act of bearing shields into the temple could symbolize the king's acknowledgment of God as the ultimate protector and defender of Israel. It serves as a reminder of the need for divine protection in both personal and national endeavors.

and later they would return them
This phrase suggests a ritualistic practice, where the shields were not left in the temple but returned to their place. The act of returning the shields signifies respect for the sacred space and the orderliness of worship practices. It reflects a disciplined approach to worship, where items used in service to God are treated with care and reverence, emphasizing the importance of maintaining holiness in all aspects of life.

to the guardroom
The guardroom was a place of storage and security, indicating that the shields were valuable and needed protection. The Hebrew term "לִשְׁכָּה" (lishkah) for "guardroom" can also mean chamber or room, suggesting a designated space for specific purposes. This detail highlights the organized structure of temple service and the care taken to preserve items used in worship. It serves as a metaphor for the need to guard and preserve our spiritual lives with the same diligence and respect.

(11) And when.--And as often as.

The guard came and fetched . . .--The runners came and bare them; and they (after the royal procession) restored them to the guard room of the runners. (See on 1Kings 14:28, which reads, "the runners used to bear them.")

Solomon's golden shields had been kept in "the house of the forest of Lebanon" (2Chronicles 9:16).



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Whenever
מִדֵּי־ (mid·dê-)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1767: Sufficiency, enough

the king
הַמֶּ֖לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king

would enter
ב֥וֹא (ḇō·w)
Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

the house
בֵּ֣ית (bêṯ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004: A house

of the LORD,
יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

the guards
הָרָצִים֙ (hā·rā·ṣîm)
Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 7323: To run

would go [with him],
בָּ֤אוּ (bā·’ū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

bearing [the shields],
וּנְשָׂא֔וּם (ū·nə·śā·’ūm)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural | third person masculine plural
Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take

and [later] take them back
וֶהֱשִׁב֖וּם (we·hĕ·ši·ḇūm)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural | third person masculine plural
Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

the guardroom.
הָרָצִֽים׃ (hā·rā·ṣîm)
Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 7323: To run


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