Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He gave these orders to Hilkiah, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Abdon son of Micah, Shaphan the secretary and Asaiah the king’s attendant: New Living Translation Then he gave these orders to Hilkiah, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Acbor son of Micaiah, Shaphan the court secretary, and Asaiah the king’s personal adviser: English Standard Version And the king commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam the son of Shaphan, Abdon the son of Micah, Shaphan the secretary, and Asaiah the king’s servant, saying, Berean Standard Bible and commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Abdon son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the servant of the king: Berean Literal Bible And the king commanded Hilkiah, and Ahikam son of Shaphan, and Abdon son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah a servant of the king, saying, King James Bible And the king commanded Hilkiah, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Abdon the son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah a servant of the king's, saying, New King James Version Then the king commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam the son of Shaphan, Abdon the son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah a servant of the king, saying, New American Standard Bible Then the king commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam the son of Shaphan, Abdon the son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the king’s servant, saying, NASB 1995 Then the king commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam the son of Shaphan, Abdon the son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the king’s servant, saying, NASB 1977 Then the king commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam the son of Shaphan, Abdon the son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the king’s servant, saying, Legacy Standard Bible Then the king commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam the son of Shaphan, Abdon the son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the king’s servant, saying, Amplified Bible Then the king commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam the son of Shaphan, Abdon the son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah a servant of the king, saying, Berean Annotated Bible and commanded Hilkiah (my portion is YHWH), Ahikam (my brother has arisen) son of Shaphan, Abdon (Achbor) son of Micah (Micaiah), Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah (made by YHWH) the servant of the king: Christian Standard Bible Then he commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Abdon son of Micah, the court secretary Shaphan, and the king’s servant Asaiah, Holman Christian Standard Bible Then he commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Abdon son of Micah, Shaphan the court secretary, and the king’s servant Asaiah, American Standard Version And the king commanded Hilkiah, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Abdon the son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the king's servant, saying, Contemporary English Version At once he called together Hilkiah, Shaphan, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Abdon son of Micah, and his own servant Asaiah. He said, English Revised Version And the king commanded Hilkiah, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Abdon the son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the king's servant, saying, GOD'S WORD® Translation Then the king gave an order to Hilkiah, Ahikam (son of Shaphan), Abdon (son of Micah), the scribe Shaphan, and the royal official Asaiah. He said, Good News Translation and gave the following order to Hilkiah, to Ahikam son of Shaphan, to Abdon son of Micaiah, to Shaphan, the court secretary, and to Asaiah, the king's attendant: International Standard Version He issued these orders to Hilkiah, Shaphan's son Ahikam, Micah's son Abdon, Shaphan the scribe, and the king's personal assistant Asaiah: NET Bible The king ordered Hilkiah, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Abdon son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the king's servant, New Heart English Bible The king commanded Hilkiah, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Acbor the son of Micaiah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the king's servant, saying, Webster's Bible Translation And the king commanded Hilkiah, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Abdon the son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah a servant of the king's, saying, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Abdon son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the servant of the king: World English Bible The king commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam the son of Shaphan, Abdon the son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the king’s servant, saying, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the king commands Hilkiah, and Ahikam son of Shaphan, and Abdon son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah, servant of the king, saying, Berean Literal Bible And the king commanded Hilkiah, and Ahikam son of Shaphan, and Abdon son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah a servant of the king, saying, Young's Literal Translation and the king commandeth Hilkiah, and Ahikam son of Shaphan, and Abdon son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah, servant of the king, saying, Smith's Literal Translation And the king will command Hilkiah, and Ahikam son of Shaphan, and Abdon son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah servant of the king saying, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he commanded Helcias, and Ahicam the son of Saphan, and Abdon the son of Micha, and Saphan the scribe, and Asaa the king's servant, saying: Catholic Public Domain Version And he instructed Hilkiah, and Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, and Abdon, the son of Micah, and also Shaphan, the scribe, and Asaiah, the servant of the king, saying: New American Bible The king then issued this command to Hilkiah, to Ahikam, son of Shaphan, to Abdon, son of Michah, to Shaphan the scribe, and to Asaiah, the king’s servant: New Revised Standard Version Then the king commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Abdon son of Micah, the secretary Shaphan, and the king’s servant Asaiah: Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen the king commanded Hilkiah and Ahikam the son of Shaphan and Abchor the son of Micah and Shaphan the scribe and Asaiah the steward of the king's household, saying, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the King commanded Khelqia, and Akhiqam son of Shaphan, and Abakur son of Mikah, and Shaphan the Scribe, and Asa the Steward of the King, and he said to them: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the king commanded Hilkiah, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Abdon the son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the king's servant, saying: Brenton Septuagint Translation And the king commanded Chelcias, and Achicam the son of Saphan, and Abdom the son of Michaias, and Saphan the scribe, and Asia the servant of the king, saying, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Hilkiah Finds the Book of the Law…19When the king heard the words of the Law, he tore his clothes 20and commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Abdon son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the servant of the king: 21“Go and inquire of the LORD for me and for those remaining in Israel and Judah concerning the words in the book that has been found. For great is the wrath of the LORD that has been poured out on us because our fathers have not kept the word of the LORD by doing all that is written in this book.”… Cross References and commanded Hilkiah, 2 Kings 22:4 “Go up to Hilkiah the high priest and have him count the money that has been brought into the house of the LORD, which the doorkeepers have collected from the people. 2 Kings 23:4 Then the king commanded Hilkiah the high priest, the priests second in rank, and the doorkeepers to remove from the temple of the LORD all the articles made for Baal, Asherah, and all the host of heaven. And he burned them outside Jerusalem in the fields of Kidron and carried their ashes to Bethel. 2 Kings 22:14 So Hilkiah the priest, Ahikam, Achbor, Shaphan, and Asaiah went and spoke to Huldah the prophetess, the wife of Shallum son of Tikvah, the son of Harhas, the keeper of the wardrobe. She lived in Jerusalem, in the Second District. Ahikam son of Shaphan, Jeremiah 26:24 Nevertheless, Ahikam son of Shaphan supported Jeremiah, so he was not handed over to the people to be put to death. Jeremiah 40:5 But before Jeremiah turned to go, Nebuzaradan added, “Return to Gedaliah son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, whom the king of Babylon has appointed over the cities of Judah, and stay with him among the people, or go anywhere else that seems right.” Then the captain of the guard gave him a ration and a gift and released him. Jeremiah 39:14 had Jeremiah brought from the courtyard of the guard, and they turned him over to Gedaliah son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, to take him home. So Jeremiah remained among his own people. Abdon son of Micah, 1 Chronicles 9:36 Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, 1 Chronicles 8:30 and Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Nadab, Judges 12:13-15 After Elon, Abdon son of Hillel, from Pirathon, judged Israel. / He had forty sons and thirty grandsons, who rode on seventy donkeys. And he judged Israel eight years. / Then Abdon son of Hillel, from Pirathon, died, and he was buried at Pirathon in Ephraim, in the hill country of the Amalekites. Shaphan the scribe, 2 Kings 22:3 Now in the eighteenth year of his reign, King Josiah sent the scribe, Shaphan son of Azaliah, the son of Meshullam, to the house of the LORD, saying, 2 Kings 22:8 Then Hilkiah the high priest said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD!” And he gave it to Shaphan, who read it. Jeremiah 36:10 From the chamber of Gemariah son of Shaphan the scribe, which was in the upper courtyard at the opening of the New Gate of the house of the LORD, Baruch read from the scroll the words of Jeremiah in the hearing of all the people. and Asaiah the servant of the king: 2 Kings 22:12 and commanded Hilkiah the priest, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Achbor son of Micaiah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the servant of the king: 1 Chronicles 15:11 David summoned the priests Zadok and Abiathar and the Levites Uriel, Asaiah, Joel, Shemaiah, Eliel, and Amminadab. 1 Chronicles 15:6 from the Merarites, Asaiah the chief and 220 of his relatives; 2 Chronicles 18:8 So the king of Israel called one of his officials and said, “Bring Micaiah son of Imlah at once.” Treasury of Scripture And the king commanded Hilkiah, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Abdon the son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah a servant of the king's, saying, Ahikam 2 Kings 25:22 And as for the people that remained in the land of Judah, whom Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon had left, even over them he made Gedaliah the son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, ruler. Jeremiah 26:24 Nevertheless the hand of Ahikam the son of Shaphan was with Jeremiah, that they should not give him into the hand of the people to put him to death. Jeremiah 40:6,9,14 Then went Jeremiah unto Gedaliah the son of Ahikam to Mizpah; and dwelt with him among the people that were left in the land… 2 Kings 22:12 And the king commanded Hilkiah the priest, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Achbor the son of Michaiah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asahiah a servant of the king's, saying, Achbor Jeremiah 26:22 And Jehoiakim the king sent men into Egypt, namely, Elnathan the son of Achbor, and certain men with him into Egypt. Micha 2 Kings 22:12 And the king commanded Hilkiah the priest, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Achbor the son of Michaiah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asahiah a servant of the king's, saying, Asahiah Jump to Previous Abdon Ahikam Ahi'kam Asaiah Asai'ah Attendant Commanded Commandeth Hilkiah Hilki'ah Hilkijah King's Micah Orders Scribe Secretary Servant ShaphanJump to Next Abdon Ahikam Ahi'kam Asaiah Asai'ah Attendant Commanded Commandeth Hilkiah Hilki'ah Hilkijah King's Micah Orders Scribe Secretary Servant Shaphan2 Chronicles 34 1. Josiah's good reign3. He destroys idolatry 8. He takes order for the repair of the temple 14. Hilkiah, having found a book of the law, 21. Josiah sends to Huldah to enquire of the Lord 23. Huldah prophesies the destruction of Jerusalem, but respite thereof in Josiah's time 29. Josiah, causing it to be read in a solemn assembly, renews the covenant with God and commanded Hilkiah Hilkiah was the high priest during the reign of King Josiah. His role was crucial in the religious reforms that Josiah implemented. The discovery of the Book of the Law in the temple by Hilkiah was a pivotal moment in Judah's history, leading to a national revival. This highlights the importance of spiritual leadership and the rediscovery of God's Word in bringing about reform and renewal. Ahikam son of Shaphan Abdon son of Micah Shaphan the scribe and Asaiah the servant of the king the king: Persons / Places / Events 1. HilkiahThe high priest during the reign of King Josiah, instrumental in the discovery of the Book of the Law in the temple. 2. Ahikam son of Shaphan A royal official and son of Shaphan, who played a significant role in the reforms of King Josiah. 3. Abdon son of Micah Another official in King Josiah's court, involved in the religious reforms. 4. Shaphan the scribe A scribe and father of Ahikam, who read the Book of the Law to King Josiah. 5. Asaiah the servant of the king A servant of King Josiah, involved in the king's religious reforms. Teaching Points The Importance of Godly LeadershipThe involvement of key figures like Hilkiah and Shaphan in Josiah's reforms underscores the impact of godly leadership in bringing about spiritual renewal. The Power of Scripture The rediscovery of the Book of the Law was a catalyst for national repentance and reform, illustrating the transformative power of God's Word when it is read and obeyed. Faithful Service Each person mentioned played a role in the reforms, reminding us that God uses individuals in various capacities to accomplish His purposes. Heritage of Faith The mention of family connections (e.g., Ahikam son of Shaphan) highlights the importance of passing down faith and values through generations. Obedience to God's Commands The response to the Book of the Law demonstrates the importance of aligning our lives with God's commands, leading to personal and communal transformation. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 34:20?2. How does 2 Chronicles 34:20 demonstrate the importance of seeking godly counsel today? 3. What role did Hilkiah play in Josiah's reforms according to 2 Chronicles 34:20? 4. How can we apply Josiah's response to God's word in our lives? 5. Connect 2 Chronicles 34:20 with Proverbs 11:14 on the value of wise counsel. 6. How does Josiah's leadership in 2 Chronicles 34:20 inspire modern Christian leaders? 7. What role did Josiah's reforms play in the context of 2 Chronicles 34:20? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 34:20 reflect the importance of seeking divine guidance? 9. Why is the consultation with Huldah significant in 2 Chronicles 34:20? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 34? 11. Who was Huldah the Prophetess in the Bible? 12. What was King Abijah's mother's name: Michaiah (2 Chronicles 13:2) or Maachah (2 Chronicles 11:20), given Absalom's only daughter was Tamar (2 Samuel 14:27)? 13. (2 Chronicles 34:22-28) Why would King Josiah consult the prophetess Huldah instead of better-known prophets like Jeremiah, if both were contemporaries? 14. 1 Chronicles 20:5: Why does this text say Elhanan killed Goliath's brother, whereas 2 Samuel 21:19 seems to conflict about who killed Goliath? What Does 2 Chronicles 34:20 Mean and commanded“Then the king gave orders…” (2 Chronicles 34:20). Moments earlier Josiah had torn his clothes in grief at hearing God’s Law (34:19). Now he moves from sorrow to obedience, issuing a clear directive. This pattern—conviction followed by action—echoes themes like Ezra’s immediate reforms after reading the Law (Ezra 10:1–4) and James’ charge to be “doers of the word” (James 1:22). Josiah’s command sets in motion a national inquiry (34:21), showing that genuine repentance seeks God’s guidance, not mere emotion. Hilkiah Hilkiah is the high priest who discovered the lost scroll (34:14). Josiah places him at the front of the delegation because spiritual leadership is essential when confronting divine revelation. As with Aaron before Pharaoh (Exodus 7:1–2) or Jehoiada advising young Joash (2 Chronicles 23:16–17), the priestly office must interpret and apply God’s Word. Hilkiah’s inclusion underscores the ongoing need for faithful, Scripture-centered clergy (Malachi 2:7). Ahikam son of Shaphan Ahikam comes from a family of devoted scribes (2 Kings 22:12). Later he protects Jeremiah from execution (Jeremiah 26:24), proving his courage and loyalty to the prophetic message. By sending Ahikam, Josiah ensures legal and administrative continuity; the same skill set that kept royal records now verifies covenant fidelity, just as Nehemiah relied on skilled officers during Jerusalem’s restoration (Nehemiah 7:1–2). Abdon son of Micah Also called Achbor in 2 Kings 22:12, Abdon is one of Josiah’s counselors. His presence widens the team beyond priests and scribes to trusted lay leaders. Proverbs 11:14 notes that “victory is won through many advisers,” and this mix of voices guards against blind spots. Abdon’s lineage to Micah hints at prophetic heritage (Micah 1:1), reminding the nation that past warnings still apply. Shaphan the scribe Shaphan had read the rediscovered Law aloud to the king (34:18). As palace secretary he managed documents and correspondences, paralleling Ezra’s later role (Ezra 7:6). Shaphan exemplifies how those gifted with administration can advance spiritual renewal: handling texts accurately (Proverbs 25:1) and communicating them plainly (Nehemiah 8:8). Asaiah the servant of the king Asaiah is Josiah’s personal attendant—a position of daily proximity and trust (cf. 1 Kings 10:5). Including him shows that reform is not confined to religious elites. Much like Naaman’s unnamed servant girl who pointed her master toward Elisha (2 Kings 5:2–3), Asaiah’s humble role becomes pivotal. Josiah’s delegation blends high office with everyday service, illustrating the New Testament principle that every member of the body is needed (1 Corinthians 12:21–22). summary 2 Chronicles 34:20 records Josiah’s immediate, practical response to God’s Word: he commissions a carefully chosen team—spiritual leader, legal experts, royal counselors, and a trusted servant—to seek the Lord’s will. The verse teaches that true repentance organizes itself for obedience, values a diversity of God-honoring roles, and moves swiftly from conviction to concrete action. (20-28) The royal message to the prophetess Huldah, and her reply. Comp. 2Kings 22:12-20.Abdon the son of Micah.--Kings, "Achbor the son of Micaiah," which appears right. The Syriac has Abach-r. (See Jeremiah 26:22; Jeremiah 36:12.) Verse 20. - Ahikam the son of Shaphan (see Jeremiah 26:24; Jeremiah 40:5). Abdon the son of Micah. The parallel (2 Kings 22:12) and the Syriac Version have "Achbor the son of Michaiah" (see also Jeremiah 26:22; Jeremiah 36:12).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew [and]הַמֶּ֡לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king commanded וַיְצַ֣ו (way·ṣaw) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order Hilkiah, חִלְקִיָּ֡הוּ (ḥil·qî·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2518: Hilkiah -- 'my portion is Yah', the name of several Israelites Ahikam אֲחִיקָ֣ם (’ă·ḥî·qām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 296: Ahikam -- 'my brother has arisen', an Israelite son בֶּן־ (be·nō·šā-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Shaphan, שָׁ֠פָן (p̄ān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8227: A species of rockrabbit, the hyrax Abdon עַבְדּ֨וֹן (‘aḇ·dō·wn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5658: Abdon -- four Israelites, also a Levitical city son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Micah, מִיכָ֜ה (mî·ḵāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4318: Micah -- the name of several Israelites Shaphan שָׁפָ֣ן (šā·p̄ān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8227: A species of rockrabbit, the hyrax the scribe, הַסּוֹפֵ֗ר (has·sō·w·p̄êr) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5608: To count, recount, relate and Asaiah עֲשָׂיָ֥ה (‘ă·śā·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6222: Asaiah -- four Israelites the servant עֶֽבֶד־ (‘e·ḇeḏ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5650: Slave, servant of the king: הַמֶּ֖לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king Links 2 Chronicles 34:20 NIV2 Chronicles 34:20 NLT 2 Chronicles 34:20 ESV 2 Chronicles 34:20 NASB 2 Chronicles 34:20 KJV 2 Chronicles 34:20 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 34:20 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 34:20 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 34:20 French Bible 2 Chronicles 34:20 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 34:20 The king commanded Hilkiah and Ahikam (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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