New International Version You will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions; stand firm and see the deliverance the LORD will give you, Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the LORD will be with you.’” New Living Translation But you will not even need to fight. Take your positions; then stand still and watch the LORD’s victory. He is with you, O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out against them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you!” English Standard Version You will not need to fight in this battle. Stand firm, hold your position, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem.’ Do not be afraid and do not be dismayed. Tomorrow go out against them, and the LORD will be with you.” Berean Standard Bible You need not fight this battle. Take up your positions, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out and face them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you.’” Berean Literal Bible It is not for you⁺ to fight in this. Station yourselves, stand firm, and see the salvation of YHWH who is with you⁺, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not fear and do not be dismayed. Tomorrow go out against them, for YHWH is with you⁺.’” King James Bible Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for the LORD will be with you. New King James Version You will not need to fight in this battle. Position yourselves, stand still and see the salvation of the LORD, who is with you, O Judah and Jerusalem!’ Do not fear or be dismayed; tomorrow go out against them, for the LORD is with you.” New American Standard Bible You need not fight in this battle; take your position, stand and watch the salvation of the LORD in your behalf, Judah and Jerusalem.’ Do not fear or be dismayed; tomorrow, go out to face them, for the LORD is with you.” NASB 1995 You need not fight in this battle; station yourselves, stand and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem.’ Do not fear or be dismayed; tomorrow go out to face them, for the LORD is with you.” NASB 1977 ‘You need not fight in this battle; station yourselves, stand and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem.’ Do not fear or be dismayed; tomorrow go out to face them, for the LORD is with you.” Legacy Standard Bible You need not fight in this battle; take your stand—stand and see the salvation of Yahweh on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem.’ Do not fear or be dismayed; tomorrow go out to face them, for Yahweh is with you.” Amplified Bible You need not fight in this battle; take your positions, stand and witness the salvation of the LORD who is with you, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not fear or be dismayed; tomorrow go out against them, for the LORD is with you.’” Berean Annotated Bible You⁺ need not fight this battle. Take up your positions, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD {YHWH} on your⁺ behalf, O Judah (praised) and Jerusalem (city of peace). Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out and face them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you⁺. Christian Standard Bible You do not have to fight this battle. Position yourselves, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD. He is with you, Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Tomorrow, go out to face them, for the LORD is with you.’ ” Holman Christian Standard Bible You do not have to fight this battle. Position yourselves, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD. He is with you, Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Tomorrow, go out to face them, for Yahweh is with you.’” American Standard Version Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of Jehovah with you, O Judah and Jerusalem; fear not, nor be dismayed: to-morrow go out against them: for Jehovah is with you. Contemporary English Version You won't even have to fight. Just take your positions and watch the LORD rescue you from your enemy. Don't be afraid. Just do as you're told. And as you march out tomorrow, the LORD will be there with you. English Revised Version Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed: tomorrow go out against them; for the LORD is with you. GOD'S WORD® Translation You won't fight this battle. [Instead,] take your position, stand still, and see the victory of the LORD for you, Judah and Jerusalem. Don't be frightened or terrified. Tomorrow go out to face them. The LORD is with you." Good News Translation You will not have to fight this battle. Just take up your positions and wait; you will see the LORD give you victory. People of Judah and Jerusalem, do not hesitate or be afraid. Go out to battle, and the LORD will be with you!" International Standard Version You won't be fighting in this battle. Take your stand, but stand still, and watch the LORD's salvation on your behalf, Judah and Jerusalem! Never fear and never be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, since the LORD is with you.'" NET Bible You will not fight in this battle. Take your positions, stand, and watch the LORD deliver you, O Judah and Jerusalem. Don't be afraid and don't panic! Tomorrow march out toward them; the LORD is with you!'" New Heart English Bible You will not need to fight this battle. Set yourselves, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid, nor be dismayed. Go out against them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you.'" Webster's Bible Translation Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to-morrow go out against them: for the LORD will be with you. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleYou need not fight this battle. Take up your positions, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out and face them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you.’” World English Bible You will not need to fight this battle. Set yourselves, stand still, and see the salvation of Yahweh with you, O Judah and Jerusalem. Don’t be afraid, nor be dismayed. Go out against them tomorrow, for Yahweh is with you.’” Literal Translations Literal Standard Version[It is] not for you to fight in this; station yourselves, stand, and see the salvation of YHWH with you, O Judah and Jerusalem—do not be afraid nor fear—tomorrow go out before them, and YHWH [is] with you.” Berean Literal Bible It is not for you⁺ to fight in this. Station yourselves, stand firm, and see the salvation of YHWH who is with you⁺, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not fear and do not be dismayed. Tomorrow go out against them, for YHWH is with you⁺.’” Young's Literal Translation Not for you to fight in this; station yourselves, stand, and see the salvation of Jehovah with you, O Judah and Jerusalem -- be not afraid nor fear ye -- to-morrow go out before them, and Jehovah is with you.' Smith's Literal Translation Not to you to war in this: set yourselves, stand ye, and see the salvation of Jehovah with you, O Judah and Jerusalem. Ye shall not fear, and ye shall not be terrified; to-morrow go ye forth before them, and Jehovah with you. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleIt shall not be you that shall fight, but only stand with confidence, and you shall see the help of the Lord over you, O Juda, and Jerusalem: fear ye not, nor be you dismayed: to morrow you shall go out against them, and the Lord will be with you. Catholic Public Domain Version It will not be you who will fight. Instead, only stand with confidence, and you will see the help of the Lord over you, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid. Neither should you be dismayed. Tomorrow you shall go forth against them, and the Lord will be with you.” New American Bible You will not have to fight in this encounter. Take your places, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD; he will be with you, Judah and Jerusalem. Do not fear or be dismayed. Tomorrow go out to meet them, and the LORD will be with you.” New Revised Standard Version This battle is not for you to fight; take your position, stand still, and see the victory of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem.’ Do not fear or be dismayed; tomorrow go out against them, and the LORD will be with you.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd in that hour, stand still and see the salvation that the LORD will do for you, O Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem; fear not, nor be dismayed; tomorrow go out against them; for the LORD God will help you. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Those come up to fight with you, and at that hour, arise, and see the salvation that LORD JEHOVAH performs with you, those of the house of Yehuda and the inhabitants of Jerusalem! You shall not be afraid, neither tremble! Tomorrow go out before them, and The Lord, THE LORD of LORDS shall be for your aid!” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Ye shall not need to fight in this battle; set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem; fear not, nor be dismayed; to-morrow go out against them; for the LORD is with you.' Brenton Septuagint Translation It is not for you to fight: understand these things, and see the deliverance of the Lord with you, Juda and Jerusalem: fear not, neither be afraid to go forth to-morrow to meet them; and the Lord shall be with you. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Prophecy of Jahaziel…16Tomorrow you are to march down against them. You will see them coming up the Ascent of Ziz, and you will find them at the end of the valley facing the Wilderness of Jeruel. 17You need not fight this battle. Take up your positions, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out and face them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you.’” 18Then Jehoshaphat bowed facedown, and all the people of Judah and Jerusalem fell down before the LORD to worship Him.… Cross References You need not fight this battle. Exodus 14:14 The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” Deuteronomy 20:4 For the LORD your God goes with you to fight for you against your enemies, to give you the victory.” 1 Samuel 17:47 And all those assembled here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the LORD saves; for the battle is the LORD’s, and He will give all of you into our hands.” Take up your positions, 1 Samuel 17:2 Saul and the men of Israel assembled and camped in the Valley of Elah, arraying themselves for battle against the Philistines. Judges 20:20 And the men of Israel went out to fight against Benjamin and took up their battle positions at Gibeah. 2 Samuel 10:9 When Joab saw the battle lines before him and behind him, he selected some of the best men of Israel and arrayed them against the Arameans. stand firm, 1 Corinthians 16:13 Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong. Ephesians 6:13-14 Therefore take up the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you will be able to stand your ground, and having done everything, to stand. / Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness arrayed, Philippians 4:1 Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you must stand firm in the Lord, my beloved. and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, Isaiah 52:10 The LORD has bared His holy arm in the sight of all the nations; all the ends of the earth will see the salvation of our God. Psalm 98:1-3 A Psalm. Sing to the LORD a new song, for He has done wonders; His right hand and holy arm have gained Him the victory. / The LORD has proclaimed His salvation and revealed His righteousness to the nations. / He has remembered His love and faithfulness to the house of Israel; all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God. Luke 3:6 And all humanity will see God’s salvation.’” O Judah and Jerusalem. Jeremiah 33:10-11 This is what the LORD says: In this place you say is a wasteland without man or beast, in the cities of Judah and in the streets of Jerusalem that are deserted—inhabited by neither man nor beast—there will be heard again / the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of the bride and bridegroom, and the voices of those bringing thank offerings into the house of the LORD, saying: ‘Give thanks to the LORD of Hosts, for the LORD is good; His loving devotion endures forever.’ For I will restore the land from captivity as in former times, says the LORD. Isaiah 40:9 Go up on a high mountain, O Zion, herald of good news. Raise your voice loudly, O Jerusalem, herald of good news. Lift it up, do not be afraid! Say to the cities of Judah, “Here is your God!” Zephaniah 3:14 Sing for joy, O Daughter of Zion; shout aloud, O Israel! Be glad and rejoice with all your heart, O Daughter of Jerusalem! Do not be afraid or discouraged. Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” Treasury of Scripture You shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand you still, and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for the LORD will be with you. not need 2 Chronicles 20:22,23 And when they began to sing and to praise, the LORD set ambushments against the children of Ammon, Moab, and mount Seir, which were come against Judah; and they were smitten… Exodus 14:13,14,25 And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever… stand ye still Psalm 46:10,11 Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth… Isaiah 30:7,15 For the Egyptians shall help in vain, and to no purpose: therefore have I cried concerning this, Their strength is to sit still… Lamentations 3:26 It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the LORD. for the Lord 2 Chronicles 15:2 And he went out to meet Asa, and said unto him, Hear ye me, Asa, and all Judah and Benjamin; The LORD is with you, while ye be with him; and if ye seek him, he will be found of you; but if ye forsake him, he will forsake you. 2 Chronicles 32:8 With him is an arm of flesh; but with us is the LORD our God to help us, and to fight our battles. And the people rested themselves upon the words of Hezekiah king of Judah. Numbers 14:9 Only rebel not ye against the LORD, neither fear ye the people of the land; for they are bread for us: their defence is departed from them, and the LORD is with us: fear them not. Jump to Previous Afraid Battle Behalf Dismayed Fear Fight Jerusalem Judah Morrow Need Salvation Stand Station Tomorrow To-Morrow YourselvesJump to Next Afraid Battle Behalf Dismayed Fear Fight Jerusalem Judah Morrow Need Salvation Stand Station Tomorrow To-Morrow Yourselves2 Chronicles 20 1. Jehoshaphat, invaded by Moab, proclaims a fast5. His prayer 14. The prophecy of Jahaziel 20. Jehoshaphat exhorts the people, and sets singers to praise the Lord 22. The great overthrow of his enemies 26. The people, having blessed God at Berachah, return in triumph 31. Jehoshaphat's reign 35. His convoy of ships, according to the prophecy of Eliezer, unhappily perishes. You need not fight this battle. Judah faced a vast coalition of Moabites, Ammonites, and men from Mount Seir, yet the Lord declared that the outcome rested in His power, not Judah’s military strength. God fought for His covenant people as He had at the Red Sea. Exo 14:14 The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” Take up your positions, Jehoshaphat and the people were not permitted to remain passive. They were to obey God’s direction, assemble, and go out against the enemy in readiness. 1Sa 17:2 Saul and the men of Israel assembled and camped… stand firm, Their security depended on steadfast trust in the Lord rather than panic or self-reliance. Believers likewise stand in the strength God supplies amid spiritual conflict. 1Co 16:13 Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage.… and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, The deliverance would visibly reveal God’s faithfulness to Judah. The Lord caused the invading armies to turn against one another, leaving His people to witness a victory they could not have gained themselves. Isa 52:10 The LORD has bared His holy arm in the sight of all the nations… O Judah and Jerusalem. The promise was given to the southern kingdom and its covenant center, where the temple stood as the appointed place of worship. God’s rescue preserved the people through whom He would fulfill His redemptive purposes. Jer 33:10-11 This is what the LORD says: In this place you say… Do not be afraid or discouraged. Fear was natural before such overwhelming forces, but God’s presence gave greater reason for confidence. Jehoshaphat responded by worshiping, and the people bowed before the Lord. Deu 31:6 Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified… Go out and face them tomorrow, Faith did not excuse obedience. Judah was to meet the threat God had identified, trusting Him while taking the steps He commanded. Exo 17:9-10 So Moses said to Joshua, “Choose some of our men… for the LORD is with you.’” The Lord’s presence was Judah’s decisive strength. God’s promise to be with His people finds its fullest assurance in Christ, who remains with His followers and secures their final salvation. Jdg 6:16 “Surely I will be with you,” the LORD replied… Persons / Places / Events 1. JehoshaphatThe King of Judah who sought the Lord's guidance when faced with a vast enemy army. 2. Judah and Jerusalem The southern kingdom and its capital, representing God's chosen people who were under threat. 3. The LORD The God of Israel, who promises deliverance and commands His people to trust in Him. 4. The Enemy Armies The Moabites, Ammonites, and Meunites who came to wage war against Judah. 5. The Battle A confrontation where God instructs His people to stand firm and witness His deliverance without fighting. Teaching Points Trust in God's SovereigntyRecognize that God is in control of every situation, and His plans are for our good and His glory. Stand Firm in Faith In times of trial, maintain your position in faith, trusting that God will act on your behalf. Do Not Fear Fear and discouragement are natural, but God calls us to replace them with faith and courage. Witness God's Salvation Be attentive to how God works in your life and the lives of others, providing deliverance and victory. Active Participation in God's Plan While God fights our battles, we are called to take our positions and be ready to act in obedience. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 20:17?2. How does 2 Chronicles 20:17 encourage reliance on God's strength over our own? 3. What does "stand firm" in 2 Chronicles 20:17 mean for daily spiritual battles? 4. How can we "see the salvation of the LORD" in our lives today? 5. What scriptural connections exist between 2 Chronicles 20:17 and Ephesians 6:13? 6. How can we apply "do not be afraid" from 2 Chronicles 20:17 in challenges? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 20:17 demonstrate God's role in battles and human struggles? 8. What does "stand firm" in 2 Chronicles 20:17 imply about faith during adversity? 9. How does 2 Chronicles 20:17 reflect God's promise of deliverance to believers? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 20? What Does 2 Chronicles 20:17 Mean You need not fight this battle- God Himself claims ownership of the conflict, exactly as He did when He parted the Red Sea (Exodus 14:13-14). - The pressure lifts from Judah’s shoulders; responsibility shifts to the Almighty (Psalm 46:10-11). - For believers today, spiritual battles—sin, temptation, opposition—are first God’s to conquer (Ephesians 6:10-13). - Our role is trust, not panic (Isaiah 30:15). Take up your positions, stand firm - Faith never excuses passivity; Judah must still march to the battlefield (James 2:17). - “Stand firm” mirrors Paul’s charge to the church (1 Corinthians 16:13; Ephesians 6:14). - Positioning involves obedience: gathering, worshiping, and waiting where God directs (2 Chronicles 20:18-19). - Stability flows from confidence that God’s Word will hold (Psalm 125:1). See the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem - They will witness, not manufacture, deliverance—echoing the Ark at Jordan’s flood stage (Joshua 3:13-17). - Salvation is personal and national: “on your behalf.” Christ’s cross fulfills this principle universally (John 3:16-17). - Observing God’s rescue builds generational testimony (Psalm 78:4-7). - Vision requires open eyes of faith (2 Kings 6:16-17). Do not be afraid or discouraged - The double command confronts immediate emotions (Deuteronomy 31:6-8). - Fear is natural; discouragement often follows prolonged threat. God’s Word cuts both roots (Isaiah 41:10). - Assurance rests in God’s character, not in Judah’s capability (Lamentations 3:21-24). - Repeating the prohibition underlines the seriousness of unbelief (Numbers 14:9). Go out and face them tomorrow - Delay would tempt retreat; God schedules obedience (Matthew 6:34). - “Tomorrow” suggests certainty: the outcome is settled in heaven before the troops march (Proverbs 19:21). - Facing the enemy demonstrates faith in visible form (Hebrews 11:7). - Practical courage: they still sharpen swords and walk, yet hearts rest (Psalm 27:3). For the LORD is with you - Covenant presence guaranteed success for Moses (Exodus 33:14), Joshua (Joshua 1:9), Gideon (Judges 6:16), and now Jehoshaphat’s army. - God’s nearness cancels numerical disadvantage (2 Kings 19:35). - In Christ, this promise becomes personal and perpetual (Matthew 28:20; Romans 8:31). - Awareness of His presence fuels worship before victory even arrives (2 Chronicles 20:21-22). summary 2 Chronicles 20:17 layers six divine directives: relinquish self-reliance, take obedient posture, anticipate God’s rescue, reject fear, step out on His timetable, and rest in His unfailing presence. The battle belonged to the LORD then, and every conflict that threatens His people today remains under the same sovereign, saving hand. (17) Ye shall not need to fight.—It is not for you to fight. (Comp. 1Chronicles 5:1; 1Chronicles 15:2.)In this.—Herein, in this instance. (Comp. for the phrase, 2Chronicles 19:2.) Set yourselves (i.e., “withstand,” 2Chronicles 20:6).—Station yourselves, take your stand. Here the next verb, stand ye still, seems added as an explanation, and is, perhaps, a marginal gloss. “Fear not: take your stand, and see the salvation of the Lord,” was the command of Moses to Israel at the Red Sea, just before the Great Deliverance (Exodus 14:13... Verse 17. - Stand... and see the salvation of the Lord with you. The grand original of these words (Exodus 14:13) would be known to both Jahaziel and Jehoshaphat.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew You need notלֹ֥א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no fight לְהִלָּחֵ֣ם (lə·hil·lā·ḥêm) Preposition-l | Verb - Nifal - Infinitive construct Strong's 3898: To feed on, to consume, to battle this [battle]. בָּזֹ֑את (bā·zōṯ) Preposition-b | Pronoun - feminine singular Strong's 2063: Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that, Take up your positions, הִתְיַצְּב֣וּ (hiṯ·yaṣ·ṣə·ḇū) Verb - Hitpael - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 3320: To set or station oneself, take one's stand stand firm, עִמְד֡וּ (‘im·ḏū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations and see וּרְא֣וּ (ū·rə·’ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 7200: To see the salvation יְשׁוּעַת֩ (yə·šū·‘aṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3444: Something saved, deliverance, aid, victory, prosperity of the LORD יְהוָ֨ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel on your behalf, עִמָּכֶ֜ם (‘im·mā·ḵem) Preposition | second person masculine plural Strong's 5973: With, equally with O Judah יְהוּדָ֣ה (yə·hū·ḏāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites and Jerusalem. וִֽירוּשָׁלִַ֗ם (wî·rū·šā·lim) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel Do not אַל־ (’al-) Adverb Strong's 408: Not be afraid תִּֽירְאוּ֙ (tî·rə·’ū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten or discouraged. תֵּחַ֔תּוּ (tê·ḥat·tū) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 2865: To prostrate, to break down, either, by violence, by confusion and fear Go out צְא֣וּ (ṣə·’ū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim and face them לִפְנֵיהֶ֔ם (lip̄·nê·hem) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 6440: The face tomorrow, מָחָר֙ (mā·ḥār) Adverb Strong's 4279: Deferred, the morrow, tomorrow, hereafter for the LORD וַיהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel is with you.’” עִמָּכֶֽם׃ (‘im·mā·ḵem) Preposition | second person masculine plural Strong's 5973: With, equally with Additonal Resources 2 Chronicles 20:17 Blue Letter Bible2 Chronicles 20:17 Bible Gateway 2 Chronicles 20:17 Bible.com 2 Chronicles 20:17 NIV |
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