Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version They destroyed all the villages around Gerar, for the terror of the LORD had fallen on them. They looted all these villages, since there was much plunder there. New Living Translation While they were at Gerar, they attacked all the towns in that area, and terror from the LORD came upon the people there. As a result, a vast amount of plunder was taken from these towns, too. English Standard Version And they attacked all the cities around Gerar, for the fear of the LORD was upon them. They plundered all the cities, for there was much plunder in them. Berean Standard Bible and attacked all the cities around Gerar, because the terror of the LORD had fallen upon them. They plundered all the cities, since there was much plunder there. Berean Literal Bible And they defeated all the cities around Gerar, for the dread of YHWH came upon them, and they plundered all the cities. For there was much spoil in them. King James Bible And they smote all the cities round about Gerar; for the fear of the LORD came upon them: and they spoiled all the cities; for there was exceeding much spoil in them. New King James Version Then they defeated all the cities around Gerar, for the fear of the LORD came upon them; and they plundered all the cities, for there was exceedingly much spoil in them. New American Standard Bible They destroyed all the cities around Gerar, for the dread of the LORD had fallen on them; and they pillaged all the cities, for there was much plunder in them. NASB 1995 They destroyed all the cities around Gerar, for the dread of the LORD had fallen on them; and they despoiled all the cities, for there was much plunder in them. NASB 1977 And they destroyed all the cities around Gerar, for the dread of the LORD had fallen on them; and they despoiled all the cities, for there was much plunder in them. Legacy Standard Bible And they struck down all the cities around Gerar, for the dread of Yahweh had fallen on them; and they plundered all the cities, for there was much plunder in them. Amplified Bible They attacked and destroyed all the cities around Gerar, for the dread of the LORD had fallen on them. They plundered all the cities, for there was a large amount of spoil in them. Berean Annotated Bible and attacked all the cities around Gerar (a lodging place), because the terror of the LORD {YHWH} had fallen upon them. They plundered all the cities, since there was much plunder there. Christian Standard Bible Then they attacked all the cities around Gerar because the terror of the LORD was on them. They also plundered all the cities, since there was a great deal of plunder in them. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then they attacked all the cities around Gerar because the terror of the LORD was on them. They also plundered all the cities, since there was a great deal of plunder in them. American Standard Version And they smote all the cities round about Gerar; for the fear of Jehovah came upon them: and they despoiled all the cities; for there was much spoil in them. Contemporary English Version The people who lived in the villages around Gerar learned what had happened and were afraid of the LORD. So Judah's army easily defeated them and carried off everything of value that they wanted from these towns. English Revised Version And they smote all the cities round shout Gerar; for the fear of the LORD came upon them: and they spoiled all the cities; for there was much spoil in them: GOD'S WORD® Translation It attacked all the cities around Gerar because the cities were afraid of the LORD. The army looted all the cities because there were many things to take. Good News Translation Then they were able to destroy the cities in the area around Gerar, because the people there were terrified of the LORD. The army plundered all those cities and captured large amounts of loot. International Standard Version They attacked all the cities that surrounded Gerar, because fear of the LORD had overwhelmed them. The Israelis spoiled all the cities, because there was a lot to plunder in them. NET Bible They defeated all the cities surrounding Gerar, for the LORD caused them to panic. The men of Judah looted all the cities, for they contained a huge amount of goods. New Heart English Bible They struck all the cities around Gerar; for the fear of the LORD came on them: and they plundered all the cities; for there was a great amount of plunder in them. Webster's Bible Translation And they smote all the cities about Gerar; for the fear of the LORD came upon them: and they plundered all the cities; for there was exceeding much spoil in them. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand attacked all the cities around Gerar, because the terror of the LORD had fallen upon them. They plundered all the cities, since there was much plunder there. World English Bible They struck all the cities around Gerar, for the fear of Yahweh came on them. They plundered all the cities, for there was much plunder in them. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand strike all the cities around Gerar, for a fear of YHWH has been on them, and they spoil all the cities, for abundant spoil has been in them; Berean Literal Bible And they defeated all the cities around Gerar, for the dread of YHWH came upon them, and they plundered all the cities. For there was much spoil in them. Young's Literal Translation and smite all the cities round about Gerar, for a fear of Jehovah hath been upon them, and they spoil all the cities, for abundant spoil hath been in them; Smith's Literal Translation And they will strike all the cities round about the lodging-place; for the fear of Jehovah was upon them: and they will plunder all the cities; for much plunder was in them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd they took all the cities round about Gerara: for a great fear was come upon all men: and they pillaged the cities, and carried off much booty. Catholic Public Domain Version And they struck all the cities surrounding Gerar. For indeed, a great fear had overwhelmed everyone. And they despoiled the cities, and they carried away much plunder. New American Bible Then the Judahites conquered all the cities around Gerar, for the fear of the LORD was upon them; they plundered all the cities, for there was much plunder in them. New Revised Standard Version They defeated all the cities around Gerar, for the fear of the LORD was on them. They plundered all the cities; for there was much plunder in them. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd they smote all the cities round about Gedar, for the fear of the LORD came upon them; and they plundered all the cities; for there was exceeding much spoil in them. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And they attacked all the cities with the sword that were around Gadar because the awe of LORD JEHOVAH was upon them, and they plundered all the cities, because much spoil was in them. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And they smote all the cities round about Gerar; for a terror from the LORD came upon them; and they spoiled all the cities; for there was much spoil in them. Brenton Septuagint Translation And they destroyed their towns roundabout Gedor; for a terror of the Lord was upon them: and they spoiled all their cities, for they had much spoil. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Asa Reigns in Judah…13Then Asa and his army pursued them as far as Gerar. The Cushites fell and could not recover, for they were crushed before the LORD and His army. So the people of Judah carried off a great amount of plunder 14and attacked all the cities around Gerar, because the terror of the LORD had fallen upon them. They plundered all the cities, since there was much plunder there. 15They also attacked the tents of the herdsmen and carried off many sheep and camels. Then they returned to Jerusalem.… Cross References and attacked all the cities around Gerar, 2 Chronicles 28:18 The Philistines had also raided the cities of the foothills and the Negev of Judah, capturing and occupying Beth-shemesh, Aijalon, and Gederoth, as well as Soco, Timnah, and Gimzo with their villages. 2 Kings 18:8 He defeated the Philistines as far as Gaza and its borders, from watchtower to fortified city. 1 Samuel 27:8-9 Now David and his men went up and raided the Geshurites, the Girzites, and the Amalekites. (From ancient times these people had inhabited the land extending to Shur and Egypt.) / Whenever David attacked a territory, he did not leave a man or woman alive, but he took the flocks and herds, the donkeys, camels, and clothing. Then he would return to Achish, because the terror of the LORD had fallen upon them. Genesis 35:5 As they set out, a terror from God fell over the surrounding cities, so that they did not pursue Jacob’s sons. 2 Chronicles 17:10 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. Exodus 15:15-16 Then the chiefs of Edom will be dismayed; trembling will seize the leaders of Moab; those who dwell in Canaan will melt away, / and terror and dread will fall on them. By the power of Your arm they will be as still as a stone until Your people pass by, O LORD, until the people You have bought pass by. They plundered all the cities, Joshua 11:14 The Israelites took for themselves all the plunder and livestock of these cities, but they put all the people to the sword until they had completely destroyed them, not sparing anyone who breathed. 2 Chronicles 25:13 Meanwhile the troops that Amaziah had dismissed from battle raided the cities of Judah, from Samaria to Beth-horon. They struck down 3,000 people and carried off a great deal of plunder. since there was much plunder there. 2 Chronicles 20:25 Then Jehoshaphat and his people went to carry off the plunder, and they found on the bodies an abundance of goods and valuables—more than they could carry away. They were gathering the plunder for three days because there was so much. 1 Samuel 30:20 And he took all the flocks and herds, which his men drove ahead of the other livestock, calling out, “This is David’s plunder!” 2 Kings 7:16 Then the people went out and plundered the camp of the Arameans. It was then that a seah of fine flour sold for a shekel, and two seahs of barley sold for a shekel, according to the word of the LORD. 2 Chronicles 15:6 Nation was crushed by nation, and city by city, for God afflicted them with all kinds of adversity. 2 Chronicles 20:29 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. 1 Samuel 14:15 Then panic struck the Philistines in the camp, in the field, and among all the people. Even those in the outposts and raiding parties trembled. Indeed, the earth quaked, and panic spread from God. 2 Kings 19:7 Behold, I will put a spirit in him so that he will hear a rumor and return to his own land, where I will cause him to fall by the sword.’” Isaiah 37:7 Behold, I will put a spirit in him so that he will hear a rumor and return to his own land, where I will cause him to fall by the sword.’” Treasury of Scripture And they smote all the cities round about Gerar; for the fear of the LORD came on them: and they spoiled all the cities; for there was exceeding much spoil in them. the fear 2 Chronicles 17:10 And the fear of the LORD fell upon all the kingdoms of the lands that were round about Judah, so that they made no war against Jehoshaphat. 2 Chronicles 20:29 And the fear of God was on all the kingdoms of those countries, when they had heard that the LORD fought against the enemies of Israel. Genesis 35:5 And they journeyed: and the terror of God was upon the cities that were round about them, and they did not pursue after the sons of Jacob. exceeding 2 Chronicles 20:25 And when Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away the spoil of them, they found among them in abundance both riches with the dead bodies, and precious jewels, which they stripped off for themselves, more than they could carry away: and they were three days in gathering of the spoil, it was so much. Judges 14:19 And the Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he went down to Ashkelon, and slew thirty men of them, and took their spoil, and gave change of garments unto them which expounded the riddle. And his anger was kindled, and he went up to his father's house. 2 Kings 7:7,8 Wherefore they arose and fled in the twilight, and left their tents, and their horses, and their asses, even the camp as it was, and fled for their life… Jump to Previous Cities Despoiled Destroyed Dread Exceeding Fallen Fear Gerar Goods Overcame Plunder Plundered Round Smote Spoil Spoiled Stores Struck Terror Towns WealthJump to Next Cities Despoiled Destroyed Dread Exceeding Fallen Fear Gerar Goods Overcame Plunder Plundered Round Smote Spoil Spoiled Stores Struck Terror Towns Wealth2 Chronicles 14 1. Asa following, destroys idolatry6. having peace, he strengthens his kingdom with forts and armies 9. Calling of God, he overthrows Zerah, and spoils the Ethiopians and attacked all the cities around Gerar This phrase refers to the military campaign led by King Asa of Judah after his victory over the Cushites. Gerar was a Philistine city located in the Negev region, southwest of Judah. Historically, Gerar was a significant city during the time of the patriarchs, as seen in Genesis 20 and 26, where Abraham and Isaac had interactions with the Philistine king Abimelech. The attack on the cities around Gerar signifies a strategic move to secure Judah's borders and eliminate potential threats. This action reflects the common practice of ancient Near Eastern kings to expand their influence and secure their territories after a military victory. because the terror of the LORD had fallen upon them They plundered all the cities since there was much plunder there Persons / Places / Events 1. AsaThe King of Judah who led the nation in a period of religious reform and military success. His reliance on God brought peace and victory. 2. Gerar A city in the region of the Philistines, which was attacked by Asa's forces. It represents the enemies of Judah during Asa's reign. 3. The Fear of the LORD A divine influence that caused terror among the enemies of Judah, leading to their defeat and the subsequent plundering by Asa's forces. 4. Judah The southern kingdom of Israel, led by King Asa during this time. Judah experienced a period of peace and prosperity under Asa's leadership. 5. The Plunder The wealth and goods taken from the cities around Gerar, symbolizing God's provision and blessing upon Judah for their faithfulness. Teaching Points The Power of Divine FearThe fear of the LORD can be a powerful force that protects and delivers His people from their enemies. It is not merely an emotion but a divine influence that can change circumstances. Faithfulness Leads to Victory Asa's reliance on God and his commitment to religious reform brought about military success. Our faithfulness to God can lead to victories in our own lives. God's Provision in Times of Need The plundering of the cities around Gerar demonstrates God's provision for His people. Trusting in God can lead to unexpected blessings and resources. The Importance of Spiritual Leadership Asa's leadership was crucial in guiding Judah back to faithfulness. Spiritual leaders today have a significant role in directing others towards God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 14:14?2. How does 2 Chronicles 14:14 demonstrate God's power in defeating enemies? 3. What can we learn about God's protection from 2 Chronicles 14:14? 4. How does this verse connect with God's promises in Deuteronomy 28:7? 5. How can we apply the principle of relying on God in battles today? 6. What does 2 Chronicles 14:14 teach about the consequences of opposing God's people? 7. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Chronicles 14:14? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 14:14 reflect God's justice and mercy? 9. What is the significance of plundering cities in 2 Chronicles 14:14? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 14? 11. 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) 12. (Genesis 35:5) Is there any historical or scientific record supporting the “terror of God” preventing nearby cities from pursuing Jacob’s family? 13. How does the peaceful ten years of Asa's reign (2 Chronicles 14:1) align with other accounts of constant warfare in the region? 14. 1 Chronicles 14:8-17 - How do we reconcile any discrepancies between this account of David's battles with the Philistines and the parallel text in 2 Samuel 5? What Does 2 Chronicles 14:14 Mean Attacked all the cities• “They struck down all the cities” (2 Chron 14:14) follows Judah’s miraculous rout of the Cushites (v. 12). • Victory did not make Asa passive; he pressed forward, finishing what God had started—echoing Israel’s pattern in Deuteronomy 20:1 and David’s confidence in 1 Samuel 17:47. • Obedience and momentum go together: when the Lord grants breakthrough, He expects follow-through (2 Chron 14:11). Around Gerar • Gerar lay on the edge of Philistine territory (Genesis 26:1, 12). By pursuing “around Gerar,” Asa removed immediate threats before they could regroup (2 Chron 14:13). • Clearing nearby strongholds safeguarded Judah’s borders and fulfilled the mandate to drive out hostile forces from the land promised to Abraham’s line (Exodus 23:31). Because the terror of the LORD had fallen upon them • The real force behind Judah’s success was divine dread, not military might (Exodus 23:27; Joshua 2:9-11). • Similar waves of fear later shielded Jehoshaphat’s kingdom (2 Chron 17:10) and shook Philistia when Jonathan attacked (1 Samuel 14:15). • God’s presence turns enemies’ courage to water, proving that “the battle is the LORD’s” (1 Samuel 17:47). They plundered all the cities • Plunder was both provision and proof of triumph (2 Kings 14:14). • Scripture records another haul so vast it took three days to gather (2 Chron 20:25), highlighting God’s ability to convert conflict into blessing. • The spoils strengthened Judah’s economy and, by extension, her temple worship (Proverbs 13:22). Since there was much plunder there • The text stresses abundance: God does “exceedingly abundantly” beyond initial deliverance (Ephesians 3:20). • Prophets later describe enemy wealth being laid up for God’s people (Joel 3:5; Zechariah 14:14), a pattern previewed here. • Material gain was never the goal; it was a tangible reminder that trusting the Lord yields overflow (Psalm 23:5). summary 2 Chronicles 14:14 shows the completeness of God’s victory for those who rely on Him. Asa’s forces pressed their advantage, neutralized nearby threats, witnessed the Lord’s terror disarming foes, gathered abundant plunder, and returned stronger than they left. The verse teaches that when God fights for His people, He secures territory, confounds enemies, and supplies more than enough for future faith and worship. (14) And they smote all the cities round about Gerar.--Philistine cities hostile to Judah. Perhaps they had helped Zerah.For the fear of the Lord came upon them.--Or, A divine panic had fallen upon them (1Samuel 11:7; 2Chronicles 17:10; comp. also 1Samuel 4:7-8). Spoil.--Plunder, booty. Heb. bizzah, a late word, occurring Ezekiel 29:19. The word in the last verse was sh?l?l, a classical expression. Verse 14. - The fear of the Lord came upon them; i.e. on the cities round about Gerar. This and the following verse illustrate in particular the very graphic character which attaches to the entire stretch of the description of the scene, introduced so suddenly in ver. 9 and closing with ver. 15. Much spoil. The Hebrew word here used for "spoil" (בִּזָּה) is found only in Chronicles, Ezra, Esther, Nehemiah, Daniel, and once in Ezekiel (Ezekiel 29:19).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew and attackedוַיַּכּ֗וּ (way·yak·kū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5221: To strike all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the cities הֶֽעָרִים֙ (he·‘ā·rîm) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 5892: Excitement around סְבִיב֣וֹת (sə·ḇî·ḇō·wṯ) Adverb Strong's 5439: A circle, neighbour, environs, around Gerar, גְּרָ֔ר (gə·rār) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1642: Gerar -- a place South of Gaza because כִּי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction the terror פַֽחַד־ (p̄a·ḥaḏ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6343: A, alarm of the LORD יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel had fallen הָיָ֥ה (hā·yāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be upon them. עֲלֵיהֶ֑ם (‘ă·lê·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against They plundered וַיָּבֹ֙זּוּ֙ (way·yā·ḇōz·zū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 962: To spoil, plunder all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the cities, הֶ֣עָרִ֔ים (he·‘ā·rîm) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 5892: Excitement since כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction there was הָיְתָ֥ה (hā·yə·ṯāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be much רַבָּ֖ה (rab·bāh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 7227: Much, many, great plunder בִזָּ֥ה (ḇiz·zāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 961: Spoil, booty there. בָהֶֽם׃ (ḇā·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's Hebrew Links 2 Chronicles 14:14 NIV2 Chronicles 14:14 NLT 2 Chronicles 14:14 ESV 2 Chronicles 14:14 NASB 2 Chronicles 14:14 KJV 2 Chronicles 14:14 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 14:14 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 14:14 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 14:14 French Bible 2 Chronicles 14:14 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 14:14 They struck all the cities around Gerar (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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