2 Chronicles 27:6
New International Version
Jotham grew powerful because he walked steadfastly before the LORD his God.

New Living Translation
King Jotham became powerful because he was careful to live in obedience to the LORD his God.

English Standard Version
So Jotham became mighty, because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God.

Berean Standard Bible
So Jotham grew powerful because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God.

King James Bible
So Jotham became mighty, because he prepared his ways before the LORD his God.

New King James Version
So Jotham became mighty, because he prepared his ways before the LORD his God.

New American Standard Bible
So Jotham became powerful because he directed his ways before the LORD his God.

NASB 1995
So Jotham became mighty because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God.

NASB 1977
So Jotham became mighty because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God.

Legacy Standard Bible
So Jotham became strong because he established his ways before Yahweh his God.

Amplified Bible
So Jotham grew powerful, because he directed his ways before the LORD his God.

Christian Standard Bible
So Jotham strengthened his position because he did not waver in obeying the LORD his God.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So Jotham strengthened himself because he did not waver in obeying the LORD his God.

American Standard Version
So Jotham became mighty, because he ordered his ways before Jehovah his God.

Contemporary English Version
Jotham remained faithful to the LORD his God and became a very powerful king.

English Revised Version
So Jotham became mighty, because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Jotham grew powerful because he was determined to live as the LORD his God wanted.

Good News Translation
Jotham grew powerful because he faithfully obeyed the LORD his God.

International Standard Version
Jotham grew in power because he had determined to live his life in the presence of the LORD his God.

Majority Standard Bible
So Jotham grew powerful because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God.

NET Bible
Jotham grew powerful because he was determined to please the LORD his God.

New Heart English Bible
So Jotham became mighty, because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God.

Webster's Bible Translation
So Jotham became mighty, because he prepared his ways before the LORD his God.

World English Bible
So Jotham became mighty, because he ordered his ways before Yahweh his God.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Jotham strengthens himself, for he has prepared his ways before his God YHWH.

Young's Literal Translation
And Jotham doth strengthen himself, for he hath prepared his ways before Jehovah his God.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Jotham will be strengthened, for he prepared his ways before Jehovah his God.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Joatham was strengthened, be- cause he had his way directed before the Lord his God.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And Jotham was strengthened, because he had directed his way before the Lord his God.

New American Bible
Thus Jotham continued to grow strong because he made sure to walk before the LORD, his God.

New Revised Standard Version
So Jotham became strong because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
So Jotham became mighty because he established his ways before the LORD his God.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And in the second year and the third Yutham was strengthened, because he ordered his ways before LORD JEHOVAH God.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
So Jotham became mighty, because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Joatham grew strong, because he prepared his ways before the Lord his God.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jotham Reigns in Judah
5Jotham waged war against the king of the Ammonites and defeated them, and that year they gave him a hundred talents of silver, ten thousand cors of wheat, and ten thousand cors of barley. They paid him the same in the second and third years. 6So Jotham grew powerful because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God. 7As for the rest of the acts of Jotham, along with all his wars and his ways, they are indeed written in the Book of the Kings of Israel and Judah.…

Cross References
2 Kings 15:34-35
And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father Uzziah had done. / Nevertheless, the high places were not taken away; the people continued sacrificing and burning incense there. Jotham rebuilt the Upper Gate of the house of the LORD.

2 Chronicles 26:4-5
And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father Amaziah had done. / He sought God throughout the days of Zechariah, who instructed him in the fear of God. And as long as he sought the LORD, God gave him success.

2 Chronicles 26:16
But when Uzziah became powerful, his arrogance led to his own destruction. He was unfaithful to the LORD his God, for he entered the temple of the LORD to burn incense on the altar of incense.

2 Chronicles 28:1
Ahaz was twenty years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. And unlike David his father, he did not do what was right in the eyes of the LORD.

2 Chronicles 31:20-21
So this is what Hezekiah did throughout Judah. He did what was good and upright and true before the LORD his God. / He acted with all his heart in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law and the commandments, in order to seek his God. And so he prospered.

2 Chronicles 14:2-5
And Asa did what was good and right in the eyes of the LORD his God. / He removed the foreign altars and high places, shattered the sacred pillars, and chopped down the Asherah poles. / He commanded the people of Judah to seek the LORD, the God of their fathers, and to observe the law and the commandments. ...

2 Chronicles 17:3-6
Now the LORD was with Jehoshaphat because he walked in the earlier ways of his father David. He did not seek the Baals, / but he sought the God of his father and walked by His commandments rather than the practices of Israel. / So the LORD established the kingdom in his hand, and all Judah brought him tribute, so that he had an abundance of riches and honor. ...

2 Chronicles 20:32-33
And Jehoshaphat walked in the way of his father Asa and did not turn away from it; he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD. / The high places, however, were not removed; the people had not yet set their hearts on the God of their fathers.

2 Chronicles 34:2-3
And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD and walked in the ways of his father David; he did not turn aside to the right or to the left. / In the eighth year of his reign, while he was still young, Josiah began to seek the God of his father David, and in the twelfth year he began to cleanse Judah and Jerusalem of the high places, the Asherah poles, the carved idols, and the cast images.

1 Kings 15:11
And Asa did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, as his father David had done.

1 Kings 22:43
And Jehoshaphat walked in all the ways of his father Asa; he did not turn away from them, but did what was right in the eyes of the LORD. The high places, however, were not removed; the people still sacrificed and burned incense on the high places.

2 Kings 18:3-7
And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father David had done. / He removed the high places, shattered the sacred pillars, and cut down the Asherah poles. He also demolished the bronze snake called Nehushtan that Moses had made, for up to that time the Israelites had burned incense to it. / Hezekiah trusted in the LORD, the God of Israel. No king of Judah was like him, either before him or after him. ...

Proverbs 16:7
When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him.

Isaiah 7:1-9
Now in the days that Ahaz son of Jotham, the son of Uzziah, was king of Judah, Rezin king of Aram marched up to wage war against Jerusalem. He was accompanied by Pekah son of Remaliah the king of Israel, but he could not overpower the city. / When it was reported to the house of David that Aram was in league with Ephraim, the hearts of Ahaz and his people trembled like trees in the forest shaken by the wind. / Then the LORD said to Isaiah, “Go out with your son Shear-jashub to meet Ahaz at the end of the aqueduct that feeds the upper pool, on the road to the Launderer’s Field, ...

Matthew 6:33
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.


Treasury of Scripture

So Jotham became mighty, because he prepared his ways before the LORD his God.

Jotham

2 Chronicles 26:5
And he sought God in the days of Zechariah, who had understanding in the visions of God: and as long as he sought the LORD, God made him to prosper.

prepared.

2 Chronicles 19:3
Nevertheless there are good things found in thee, in that thou hast taken away the groves out of the land, and hast prepared thine heart to seek God.

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2 Chronicles 27
1. Jotham Reigns in Judah














So Jotham grew powerful
Jotham was the son of Uzziah and became king of Judah. His reign is noted for stability and strength, which is reflected in his military successes and building projects. The phrase "grew powerful" indicates not only military might but also political influence and stability. This growth in power can be seen as a continuation of the prosperity that began under his father, Uzziah, who also had a successful reign until his pride led to his downfall (2 Chronicles 26:16). Jotham's power is a testament to his effective leadership and the favor of God upon his reign.

because he ordered his ways
This phrase highlights Jotham's intentional and disciplined approach to governance and personal conduct. "Ordered his ways" suggests a life of structure, purpose, and adherence to a set of principles. In the context of a king, this would involve just and wise administration, as well as personal integrity. The Hebrew concept of "ways" often refers to one's conduct or lifestyle, indicating that Jotham's actions were consistent and aligned with divine expectations.

before the LORD his God
Jotham's success is attributed to his relationship with God, emphasizing that his power was not merely due to human effort or strategy but was a result of divine blessing. The phrase "before the LORD" suggests living in a manner that is pleasing to God, with an awareness of His presence and authority. This reflects the covenant relationship between God and the kings of Judah, where obedience to God's laws was expected. Jotham's faithfulness contrasts with other kings who turned away from God, leading to their downfall. This phrase also connects to the broader biblical theme that true success and prosperity come from aligning one's life with God's will, as seen in passages like Psalm 1:1-3 and Proverbs 3:5-6.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jotham
The king of Judah, son of Uzziah, who reigned for sixteen years. He is noted for his faithfulness and obedience to God, which led to his success and power.

2. Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, where Jotham reigned. It was a time of relative stability and prosperity under his leadership.

3. The LORD
The covenant God of Israel, who is central to the account. Jotham's relationship with God is highlighted as the source of his strength and success.

4. Jerusalem
The capital city of Judah, where Jotham carried out his reign and where he undertook significant building projects.

5. The Temple
Although not directly mentioned in this verse, the Temple in Jerusalem is a central place of worship and a symbol of Jotham's commitment to God.
Teaching Points
Faithfulness Leads to Strength
Jotham's power and success were directly linked to his faithfulness to God. In our lives, spiritual strength and success come from aligning our ways with God's will.

Order and Obedience
The phrase "ordered his ways" suggests intentionality and discipline in following God. We are called to live with purpose and obedience, structuring our lives around God's principles.

The Importance of a Godly Legacy
Jotham's reign is a testament to the impact of a godly leader. Our actions and faithfulness can leave a lasting legacy for future generations.

God's Sovereignty in Leadership
Jotham's account reminds us that true power and authority come from God. Leaders should seek God's guidance and wisdom in their roles.(6) So Jotham became mighty.--The chronicler's customary phrase. "Strengthened himself," "gained strength" (2Chronicles 13:21).

Because he prepared.--For he directed his ways (Proverbs 21:29; comp. also 2Chronicles 12:14; 2Chronicles 20:33). Jotham directed his ways "before," i.e., in the chronicler's usage, "to meet," "towards" Jehovah his God. (Comp. 1Chronicles 12:17; 1Samuel 7:3.) "Direct your heart towards Jehovah." Perhaps, however, "before" simply means "as in the sight of" Jehovah. (Comp. Genesis 17:1, "walk before me.") . . .

Verse 6. - The virtue of the reflection of this verse is apparent. Prepared; Hebrew, הֵכִין; Revised Version, ordered; with some others (such as "set straight," etc.), a good rendering in keeping with other Old Testament renderings of words betokening moral habitude.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So Jotham
יוֹתָ֑ם (yō·w·ṯām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3147: Jotham -- 'the LORD is perfect', three Israelites

grew powerful
וַיִּתְחַזֵּ֖ק (way·yiṯ·ḥaz·zêq)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2388: To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer

because
כִּ֚י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

he ordered
הֵכִ֣ין (hê·ḵîn)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3559: To be erect

his ways
דְּרָכָ֔יו (də·rā·ḵāw)
Noun - common plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action

before
לִפְנֵ֖י (lip̄·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440: The face

the LORD
יְהוָ֥ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3069: YHWH

his God.
אֱלֹהָֽיו׃ (’ĕ·lō·hāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative


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