2 Chronicles 21:13
New International Version
But you have followed the ways of the kings of Israel, and you have led Judah and the people of Jerusalem to prostitute themselves, just as the house of Ahab did. You have also murdered your own brothers, members of your own family, men who were better than you.

New Living Translation
Instead, you have been as evil as the kings of Israel. You have led the people of Jerusalem and Judah to worship idols, just as King Ahab did in Israel. And you have even killed your own brothers, men who were better than you.

English Standard Version
but have walked in the way of the kings of Israel and have enticed Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem into whoredom, as the house of Ahab led Israel into whoredom, and also you have killed your brothers, of your father’s house, who were better than you,

Berean Standard Bible
but you have walked in the ways of the kings of Israel and have caused Judah and the people of Jerusalem to prostitute themselves, just as the house of Ahab prostituted itself. You have also killed your brothers, your father’s family, who were better than you.

Berean Literal Bible
and you have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have caused Judah and those dwelling in Jerusalem to prostitute themselves like the prostitution of the house of Ahab—and also your brothers, the house of your father, who are better than you, you have killed—

King James Bible
But hast walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and hast made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to go a whoring, like to the whoredoms of the house of Ahab, and also hast slain thy brethren of thy father's house, which were better than thyself:

New King James Version
but have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to play the harlot like the harlotry of the house of Ahab, and also have killed your brothers, those of your father’s household, who were better than yourself,

New American Standard Bible
but have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have caused Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to be unfaithful as the house of Ahab was unfaithful, and you have also killed your brothers, your own family, who were better than you,

NASB 1995
but have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have caused Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to play the harlot as the house of Ahab played the harlot, and you have also killed your brothers, your own family, who were better than you,

NASB 1977
but have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have caused Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to play the harlot as the house of Ahab played the harlot, and you have also killed your brothers, your own family, who were better than you,

Legacy Standard Bible
but have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have caused Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to play the harlot as the house of Ahab played the harlot, and you have also killed your brothers, your own family, who were better than you,

Amplified Bible
but have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and caused Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to be unfaithful [to God] as the house of Ahab was unfaithful, and you have also murdered your brothers, your father’s house (your own family), who were better than you,

Berean Annotated Bible
but you have walked in the ways of the kings of Israel (he wrestles with God) and have caused Judah (praised) and the people of Jerusalem (city of peace) to prostitute themselves, just as the house of Ahab (father's brother) prostituted itself. You have also killed your brothers, your father’s family, who were better than you.

Christian Standard Bible
but have walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, have caused Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to prostitute themselves like the house of Ahab prostituted itself, and also have killed your brothers, your father’s family, who were better than you,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
but have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, have caused Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to prostitute themselves like the house of Ahab prostituted itself, and also have killed your brothers, your father’s family, who were better than you,

American Standard Version
but hast walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and hast made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to play the harlot, like as the house of Ahab did, and also hast slain thy brethren of thy father's house, who were better than thyself:

Contemporary English Version
Instead you have acted like those sinful kings of Israel and have encouraged the people of Judah to stop worshiping the LORD, just as Ahab and his descendants did. You even murdered your own brothers, who were better men than you.

English Revised Version
but hast walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and hast made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to go a whoring, like as the house of Ahab did; and also hast slain thy brethren of thy father's house, which were better than thyself:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Instead, you have followed the ways of the kings of Israel. You, like Ahab's family, have caused Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to chase after foreign gods as if they were prostitutes. You have killed your brothers, your father's family. Your brothers were better than you.

Good News Translation
Instead, you have followed the example of the kings of Israel and have led the people of Judah and Jerusalem into being unfaithful to God, just as Ahab and his successors led Israel into unfaithfulness. You even murdered your brothers, who were better men than you are.

International Standard Version
Instead, you have lived like the kings of Israel by causing Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to commit cultic sexual immorality—just like Ahab's dynasty did! And you've killed your brothers who were better than you—your own father's dynasty!

NET Bible
but have instead followed in the footsteps of the kings of Israel. You encouraged the people of Judah and the residents of Jerusalem to be unfaithful to the LORD, just as the family of Ahab does in Israel. You also killed your brothers, members of your father's family, who were better than you.

New Heart English Bible
but have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to play the prostitute, like the house of Ahab did, and also have slain your brothers of your father's house, who were better than yourself:

Webster's Bible Translation
But hast walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and hast made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to commit idolatry, like the idolatries of the house of Ahab, and also hast slain thy brethren of thy father's house, who were better than thyself:
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
but you have walked in the ways of the kings of Israel and have caused Judah and the people of Jerusalem to prostitute themselves, just as the house of Ahab prostituted itself. You have also killed your brothers, your father’s family, who were better than you.

World English Bible
but have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to play the prostitute like Ahab’s house did, and also have slain your brothers of your father’s house, who were better than yourself,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and you walk in the way of the kings of Israel, and cause Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to commit whoredom like the whoredoms of the house of Ahab, and also your brothers, the house of your father, who are better than yourself, you have slain;

Berean Literal Bible
and you have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have caused Judah and those dwelling in Jerusalem to prostitute themselves like the prostitution of the house of Ahab—and also your brothers, the house of your father, who are better than you, you have killed—

Young's Literal Translation
and thou dost walk in the way of the kings of Israel, and dost cause Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to commit whoredom like the whoredoms of the house of Ahab, and also thy brethren, the house of thy father, who are better than thyself, thou hast slain;

Smith's Literal Translation
And thou wilt go in the way of the kings of Israel, and thou wilt cause Judah to commit fornication, and those inhabiting Jerusalem, according to the fornications of the house of Ahab, and also thou didst kill thy brethren of the house of thy father, being good above thee.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But hast walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, and hast made Juda and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to commit fornication, imitating the fornication of the house of Achab, moreover also thou hast killed thy brethren, the house of thy father, better men than thyself,

Catholic Public Domain Version
but instead you have advanced along the paths of the kings of Israel, and you have caused Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to fornicate, imitating the fornication of the house of Ahab, and moreover, you have killed your brothers, the house of your father, who are better than you:

New American Bible
but instead have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, leading Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem into prostitution, like the harlotries of the house of Ahab, and because you have killed your brothers of your father’s house, who were better than you,

New Revised Standard Version
but have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have led Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem into unfaithfulness, as the house of Ahab led Israel into unfaithfulness, and because you also have killed your brothers, members of your father’s house, who were better than yourself,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But have walked in the ways of the kings of Israel and have caused Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to go astray with the whoredoms of the house of Ahab, and also have Main your brothers, your father's sons, who were better than yourself;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And you walked yourselves in the ways of the Kings of Israel, and you have led Yehuda and the inhabitants of Jerusalem astray with the prostitution of the house of Akhab, also you have killed your brothers, the sons of your father, who were better than you
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
but hast walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and hast made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to go astray, like as the house of Ahab made [Israel] to go astray; and also hast slain thy brethren of thy father's house, who were better than thyself;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
but hast walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, and hast caused Juda and the dwellers in Jerusalem to go a-whoring, as the house of Achaab caused Israel to go a-whoring, and thou hast slain thy brethren, the sons of thy father, who were better than thyself;

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Audio Bible



Context
Elijah's Letter to Jehoram
12Then a letter came to Jehoram from Elijah the prophet, which stated: “This is what the LORD, the God of your father David, says: ‘You have not walked in the ways of your father Jehoshaphat or of Asa king of Judah, 13but you have walked in the ways of the kings of Israel and have caused Judah and the people of Jerusalem to prostitute themselves, just as the house of Ahab prostituted itself. You have also killed your brothers, your father’s family, who were better than you. 14So behold, the LORD is about to strike your people, your sons, your wives, and all your possessions with a serious blow.…

Cross References
but you have walked in the ways of the kings of Israel

2 Kings 8:18
And Jehoram walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, just as the house of Ahab had done. For he married a daughter of Ahab and did evil in the sight of the LORD.

2 Chronicles 22:3
Ahaziah also walked in the ways of the house of Ahab, for his mother was his counselor in wickedness.

2 Kings 8:27
And Ahaziah walked in the ways of the house of Ahab and did evil in the sight of the LORD like the house of Ahab, for he was a son-in-law of the house of Ahab.
and have caused Judah and the people of Jerusalem to prostitute themselves,

Ezekiel 16:15-17
But because of your fame, you trusted in your beauty and played the harlot. You lavished your favors on everyone who passed by, and your beauty was theirs for the asking. / You took some of your garments and made colorful high places for yourself, and on them you prostituted yourself. Such things should not have happened; never should they have occurred! / You also took the fine jewelry of gold and silver I had given you, and you made male idols with which to prostitute yourself.

Jeremiah 3:8-9
She saw that because faithless Israel had committed adultery, I gave her a certificate of divorce and sent her away. Yet that unfaithful sister Judah had no fear and prostituted herself as well. / Indifferent to her own infidelity, Israel had defiled the land and committed adultery with stones and trees.

Hosea 4:12-13
My people consult their wooden idols, and their divining rods inform them. For a spirit of prostitution leads them astray and they have played the harlot against their God. / They sacrifice on the mountaintops and burn offerings on the hills, under oak, poplar, and terebinth, because their shade is pleasant. And so your daughters turn to prostitution and your daughters-in-law to adultery.
just as the house of Ahab prostituted itself.

1 Kings 16:31-33
And as if it were not enough for him to walk in the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat, he even married Jezebel the daughter of Ethbaal king of the Sidonians, and he then proceeded to serve and worship Baal. / First, Ahab set up an altar for Baal in the temple of Baal that he had built in Samaria. / Then he set up an Asherah pole. Thus Ahab did more to provoke the LORD, the God of Israel, to anger than all the kings of Israel before him.

2 Kings 9:22
When Joram saw Jehu, he asked, “Have you come in peace, Jehu?” “How can there be peace,” he replied, “as long as the idolatry and witchcraft of your mother Jezebel abound?”

1 Kings 21:25-26
(Surely there was never one like Ahab, who sold himself to do evil in the sight of the LORD, incited by his wife Jezebel. / He committed the most detestable acts by going after idols, just like the Amorites whom the LORD had driven out before the Israelites.)
You have also killed your brothers, your father’s family,

Judges 9:5
He went to his father’s house in Ophrah, and on one stone murdered his seventy brothers, the sons of Jerubbaal. But Jotham, the youngest son of Jerubbaal, survived, because he hid himself.

2 Kings 10:13-14
Jehu met some relatives of Ahaziah king of Judah and asked, “Who are you?” “We are relatives of Ahaziah,” they answered, “and we have come down to greet the sons of the king and of the queen mother.” / Then Jehu ordered, “Take them alive.” So his men took them alive, then slaughtered them at the well of Beth-eked—forty-two men. He spared none of them.

1 Kings 16:11-12
As soon as Zimri began to reign and was seated on the throne, he struck down the entire household of Baasha. He did not leave a single male, whether a kinsman or friend. / So Zimri destroyed the entire household of Baasha, according to the word that the LORD had spoken against Baasha through Jehu the prophet.
who were better than you.

1 Samuel 15:28
So Samuel said to him, “The LORD has torn the kingdom of Israel from you today and has given it to your neighbor who is better than you.

1 Samuel 24:17
and said to David, “You are more righteous than I, for you have rewarded me with good, though I have rewarded you with evil.

Psalm 37:16
Better is the little of the righteous than the abundance of many who are wicked.
1 Kings 16:30-33
However, Ahab son of Omri did evil in the sight of the LORD, more than all who were before him. / And as if it were not enough for him to walk in the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat, he even married Jezebel the daughter of Ethbaal king of the Sidonians, and he then proceeded to serve and worship Baal. / First, Ahab set up an altar for Baal in the temple of Baal that he had built in Samaria. …


Treasury of Scripture

But have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to go a whoring, like to the prostitutions of the house of Ahab, and also have slain your brothers of your father's house, which were better than yourself:

in the way

1 Kings 16:25,30-33
But Omri wrought evil in the eyes of the LORD, and did worse than all that were before him…

a whoring

2 Chronicles 21:11
Moreover he made high places in the mountains of Judah, and caused the inhabitants of Jerusalem to commit fornication, and compelled Judah thereto.

Exodus 34:15
Lest thou make a covenant with the inhabitants of the land, and they go a whoring after their gods, and do sacrifice unto their gods, and one call thee, and thou eat of his sacrifice;

Deuteronomy 31:16
And the LORD said unto Moses, Behold, thou shalt sleep with thy fathers; and this people will rise up, and go a whoring after the gods of the strangers of the land, whither they go to be among them, and will forsake me, and break my covenant which I have made with them.

hast slain

2 Chronicles 21:4
Now when Jehoram was risen up to the kingdom of his father, he strengthened himself, and slew all his brethren with the sword, and divers also of the princes of Israel.

Genesis 4:10-12
And he said, What hast thou done? the voice of thy brother's blood crieth unto me from the ground…

Genesis 42:21,22
And they said one to another, We are verily guilty concerning our brother, in that we saw the anguish of his soul, when he besought us, and we would not hear; therefore is this distress come upon us…

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2 Chronicles 21
1. Jehoram, succeeding Jehoshaphat, slays his brothers
5. His wicked reign
8. Edom and Libnah revolt
12. The prophecy of Elijah against him in writing
16. Philistines and Arabians oppress him
18. His incurable disease, infamous death, and burial












but you have walked in the ways of the kings of Israel
This phrase indicates that Jehoram, king of Judah, adopted the idolatrous and sinful practices of the northern kingdom of Israel. The kings of Israel, particularly from the house of Ahab, were notorious for their worship of Baal and other pagan deities, which was in direct violation of the covenant with Yahweh. This behavior contrasts with the expected conduct of a Davidic king, who was to follow the ways of the Lord as outlined in the Law of Moses. The phrase highlights a departure from the faithfulness of Jehoram's ancestors, such as David and Asa, who sought to uphold the worship of Yahweh.

and have caused Judah and the people of Jerusalem to prostitute themselves,
The term "prostitute" is often used metaphorically in the Bible to describe spiritual unfaithfulness or idolatry. By leading Judah and Jerusalem into idolatry, Jehoram caused the people to break their covenant with God, akin to marital infidelity. This mirrors the actions of Ahab and Jezebel in Israel, who led the nation into Baal worship. The spiritual decline of Judah under Jehoram's reign is significant because Jerusalem was the center of worship for Yahweh, housing the Temple built by Solomon.

just as the house of Ahab prostituted itself.
The house of Ahab is synonymous with idolatry and wickedness in the biblical narrative. Ahab, along with his wife Jezebel, promoted the worship of Baal and Asherah, leading Israel into deep spiritual corruption. This comparison underscores the severity of Jehoram's actions, as he aligned himself with one of the most infamous dynasties in Israel's history. The influence of Ahab's house extended into Judah through Jehoram's marriage to Athaliah, Ahab's daughter, further entrenching idolatrous practices.

You have also killed your brothers, your father’s family,
Jehoram's murder of his brothers is a grave sin, violating the sanctity of family and the commandment against murder. This act was likely motivated by a desire to secure his throne, eliminating any potential rivals. Such fratricide was not uncommon in ancient Near Eastern royal politics, but it was particularly egregious for a king of Judah, who was expected to uphold justice and righteousness. This action reflects a heart hardened against God's ways, prioritizing power over familial loyalty and divine command.

who were better than you.
This phrase indicates that Jehoram's brothers were more righteous or capable than he was, suggesting that they might have been more suitable to lead Judah. The biblical narrative often highlights the moral and spiritual qualities of leaders, and this comparison serves to further condemn Jehoram's character and choices. It implies that Jehoram's reign was not only marked by idolatry and violence but also by a failure to live up to the standards set by his predecessors and family members.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jehoram
The king of Judah who followed the sinful ways of the kings of Israel, particularly the house of Ahab.

2. House of Ahab
A notorious dynasty in Israel known for idolatry and leading the nation away from God.

3. Judah and Jerusalem
The southern kingdom and its capital, led astray by Jehoram's idolatrous practices.

4. Jehoram's Brothers
Members of the royal family who were unjustly killed by Jehoram, described as more righteous than he.

5. Prophet Elijah
Though not directly mentioned in this verse, he is the one who delivered God's message of judgment to Jehoram.
Teaching Points
The Consequences of Idolatry
Jehoram's reign demonstrates the destructive power of idolatry, leading not only to personal downfall but also to the corruption of an entire nation.

The Influence of Leadership
Leaders have a profound impact on those they lead. Jehoram's sinful leadership led Judah astray, reminding us of the responsibility leaders have to guide others in righteousness.

The Tragedy of Jealousy and Murder
Jehoram's murder of his brothers out of jealousy and fear highlights the destructive nature of these sins. Believers are called to love and protect their families, not harm them.

The Importance of Righteousness
The mention of Jehoram's brothers as "better than you" underscores the value God places on righteousness and integrity.

Repentance and Redemption
While Jehoram's account is tragic, it serves as a warning and a call to repentance for those who have strayed from God's path.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 21:13?

2. How does 2 Chronicles 21:13 warn against leading others into idolatry and sin?

3. What consequences did Jehoram face for following "the ways of the kings of Israel"?

4. How can we avoid the pitfalls of "causing Judah and Jerusalem to prostitute themselves"?

5. In what ways can we ensure our leadership aligns with God's commands today?

6. How does 2 Chronicles 21:13 connect with the warnings in Deuteronomy 28 about disobedience?

7. Why did Jehoram lead Judah into idolatry according to 2 Chronicles 21:13?

8. How does 2 Chronicles 21:13 reflect on leadership accountability in the Bible?

9. What consequences did Jehoram face for his actions in 2 Chronicles 21:13?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 21?

11. Comparing 2 Chronicles 18 with 1 Kings 22, how can both accounts be inerrant if they present varying details about the same event?

12. Why did Elijah write to King Jehoram?

13. In 2 Chronicles 18:1-3, does Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab contradict biblical teachings against partnering with evil?

14. In 2 Chronicles 18:14-17, why does Micaiah offer a prophecy so different from the other prophets--could this indicate conflicting traditions?
What Does 2 Chronicles 21:13 Mean
but you have walked in the ways of the kings of Israel

Jehoram sat on David’s throne (2 Chronicles 21:1) yet patterned his life after the idolatrous rulers of the northern kingdom.

1 Kings 12:28-30 shows Jeroboam introducing calf worship; Jehoram copied that same spirit of compromise.

1 Kings 16:25 and 2 Kings 8:18 link the “ways of the kings of Israel” with blatant rebellion against the LORD.

• By choosing those ways, Jehoram abandoned the covenant standards given to Judah in Deuteronomy 17:18-20.


and have caused Judah and the people of Jerusalem to prostitute themselves

The king’s personal apostasy became public policy (2 Chronicles 21:11).

• Scripture often calls idolatry “prostitution” because it is spiritual unfaithfulness (Exodus 34:15-16; Hosea 4:12-13).

• Jehoram’s leadership turned worshipers into wanderers, echoing the warning of James 4:4 that friendship with the world is enmity with God.

• A ruler’s choices ripple through a nation; compare 1 Kings 14:16, where the people “followed Jeroboam’s sin.”


just as the house of Ahab prostituted itself

Jehoram married Athaliah, Ahab’s daughter (2 Chronicles 21:6), then imported her family’s Baal-centered religion.

1 Kings 16:30-33 details Ahab’s Baal worship and the building of an altar in Samaria.

1 Kings 21:25-26 calls Ahab the most wicked of Israel’s kings; Jehoram knowingly aligned with that legacy.

1 Corinthians 15:33 reminds us that “bad company corrupts good character”; Jehoram’s alliance illustrates the point.


You have also killed your brothers, your father’s family, who were better than you

Power became paranoia. At the start of his reign Jehoram slaughtered all six of his brothers (2 Chronicles 21:2-4).

• This echoes Cain’s murder of Abel (Genesis 4:8) and carries the same indictment in 1 John 3:12.

Proverbs 6:16-17 lists “hands that shed innocent blood” among the things the LORD hates.

• The text notes his brothers were “better,” underscoring the injustice. Jehoram’s insecurity silenced righteous voices that might have called him back to faithfulness.


summary

2 Chronicles 21:13 levels four charges against King Jehoram: copying Israel’s apostate kings, leading Judah into idolatry, embracing the corrupt model of Ahab’s house, and murdering his own brothers. Each charge reflects deliberate, informed rebellion against God’s revealed will. The verse explains why severe judgment follows in 21:14-20—Judah’s king had rejected covenant fidelity, corrupted his people, and spilled innocent blood. The lesson is timeless: leadership that turns from the LORD invites devastation, while obedience protects both leader and nation.

(13) And hast made . . . to go a whoring--i.e., "caused to commit fornication" (2Chronicles 21:11). Like to the whoredoms, infinitive of the same verb; as the house of Ahah causeth them to commit fornication. This verb, z?n?h, occurred in 1Chronicles 5:25, but the writer does not use it again.

Hast slain thy brethren.--2Chronicles 21:4, supr.

Verse 13. - See note in previous verse on Jehoram's slaying of his brethren, and the conclusive proof this statement allows that Elijah's letter must have been subsequent to the death of Jehoshaphat. The better thin thyself probably points to the fact that they had not fallen into idolatrous practices.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
but you have walked
וַתֵּ֗לֶךְ (wat·tê·leḵ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk

in the way
בְּדֶ֙רֶךְ֙ (bə·ḏe·reḵ)
Preposition-b | Noun - common singular construct
Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action

of the kings
מַלְכֵ֣י (mal·ḵê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 4428: A king

of Israel
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל (yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

and have caused Judah
יְהוּדָה֙ (yə·hū·ḏāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites

and the people
יֹשְׁבֵ֣י (yō·šə·ḇê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry

of Jerusalem
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֔ם (yə·rū·šā·lim)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel

to prostitute themselves
וַתַּזְנֶ֤ה (wat·taz·neh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 2181: To commit adultery, to commit idolatry

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

of Ahab
אַחְאָ֑ב (’aḥ·’āḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 256: Ahab -- 'father's brother', a king of Israel, also a false prophet

prostituted itself.
כְּהַזְנ֖וֹת (kə·haz·nō·wṯ)
Preposition-k | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct
Strong's 2181: To commit adultery, to commit idolatry

You have also
וְגַ֨ם (wə·ḡam)
Conjunctive waw | Conjunction
Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and

killed
הָרָֽגְתָּ׃ (hā·rā·ḡə·tā)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 2026: To smite with deadly intent

your brothers,
אַחֶ֧יךָ (’a·ḥe·ḵā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 251: A brother, )

your father’s
אָבִ֛יךָ (’ā·ḇî·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 1: Father

family,
בֵית־ (ḇêṯ-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004: A house

who were better
הַטּוֹבִ֥ים (haṭ·ṭō·w·ḇîm)
Article | Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good

than you.
מִמְּךָ֖ (mim·mə·ḵā)
Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of


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