2 Kings Chapter 10 · Verse 22
And he said unto him that was over the vestry, Bring forth vestments for all the worshippers of Baal. And he brought them forth vestments.
Original Language Analysis
לַֽאֲשֶׁר֙
H834
לַֽאֲשֶׁר֙
Strong's:
H834
Word #:
2 of 12
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
עַל
H5921
עַל
Strong's:
H5921
Word #:
3 of 12
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
הַמֶּלְתָּחָ֔ה
unto him that was over the vestry
H4458
הַמֶּלְתָּחָ֔ה
unto him that was over the vestry
Strong's:
H4458
Word #:
4 of 12
a wardrobe (i.e., room where clothing is spread)
וַיֹּצֵ֥א
And he brought them forth
H3318
וַיֹּצֵ֥א
And he brought them forth
Strong's:
H3318
Word #:
5 of 12
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
לְב֔וּשׁ
vestments
H3830
לְב֔וּשׁ
vestments
Strong's:
H3830
Word #:
6 of 12
a garment (literally or figuratively); by implication (euphemistically) a wife
לְכֹ֖ל
H3605
לְכֹ֖ל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
7 of 12
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
עֹֽבְדֵ֣י
for all the worshippers
H5647
עֹֽבְדֵ֣י
for all the worshippers
Strong's:
H5647
Word #:
8 of 12
to work (in any sense); by implication, to serve, till, (causatively) enslave, etc
Historical Context
Historical Setting: 2 Kings 10 takes place during Jehu's dynasty and the violent purge of Baal worship, around 841 BCE. The chapter's theme (Jehu's Purge Continues) reflects the historical reality of violent political revolution motivated by zeal for Yahweh but lacking genuine heart transformation. Archaeological evidence from this period includes royal inscriptions, administrative documents, and material culture that corroborate the biblical account while providing additional context for understanding the political and social dynamics at work.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this verse contribute to understanding the theological message of 2 Kings 10 regarding zeal for god without heart transformation?
- What does this passage reveal about God's character, particularly His justice, mercy, and faithfulness to covenant promises?
- In what practical ways should this text shape contemporary Christian thinking about faithfulness, worship, and obedience to God?
Analysis & Commentary
And he said unto him that was over the vestry, Bring forth vestments for all the worshippers of Baal. And he brought them forth vestments.
This verse contributes to the overall theme of chapter 10: Zeal for God without heart transformation. During this period, Israel and Judah struggled with persistent idolatry, particularly Baal worship introduced under Ahab and Jezebel.
The narrative demonstrates God's justice in judging covenant unfaithfulness while maintaining His ultimate purposes for redemption.