2 Chronicles 36:18

Dutch 1939 (De Heilige Schrift, Petrus Canisiusvertaling, 1939)

Alle vaten uit het Godshuis, grote en kleine, alle schatten uit de tempel van Jahweh, alle schatten van den koning en zijn voormannen nam hij mee naar Babel.

Wat betekent dit?

This verse describes how the Babylonians took all the valuable items from the temple and from the palace in Jerusalem. They transported these treasures to Babylon. It is a historical account from 2 Chronicles.

Uitgelegd voor kinderen

Imagine if someone came and took all your toys and your piggy bank money and carried it all away to their house. That's kind of what happened here, but with the important things from God's house and the king's house.

Historische achtergrond

The Book of 2 Chronicles was written by the Chronicler, likely around the 4th century BC. It is aimed at the returning exiles from Babylon, reminding them of their history and the importance of the temple.

Toepassing voor vandaag

Today, we can think about the value of our belongings and how they compare to the value of spiritual treasures. Just like the Babylonians took physical treasures, we should prioritize keeping our spiritual treasures safe.

Onderwerpen

• history
• exile
• temple
• treasure
• Babylon
• Jerusalem

Gerelateerde verzen

• 2 Kings 25:13-17
• Jeremiah 52:17-23
• Daniel 1:1-2
• Ezekiel 1:1-2
• Psalm 137:1-6

Aanbevolen literatuur

Commentaar Commentaren op 2 Chronicles → Deze Bijbel Studiebijbel (De Heilige Schrift, Petrus Canisiusvertaling, ) →

Veelgestelde vragen

Who took the treasures mentioned in 2 Chronicles 36:18?

The Babylonians, led by King Nebuchadnezzar, took the treasures from Jerusalem during the Babylonian invasion.

What kind of treasures were taken?

The treasures included both spiritual and personal valuables, such as the temple vessels and the wealth from the king and princes of Judah.

Why is the focus on Babylon in this verse?

Babylon is the destination to which the treasures were taken, reflecting the conquest and exile of the people of Judah by the Babylonian empire.

How does this verse relate to the broader narrative of the Bible?

This verse is part of the historical account leading up to the exile and restoration of Israel, highlighting the consequences of turning away from God and the eventual hope of return.