2 Kings Chapter 10 · Verse 34
Now the rest of the acts of Jehu, and all that he did, and all his might, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel?
Original Language Analysis
וְיֶ֨תֶר
Now the rest
H3499
וְיֶ֨תֶר
Now the rest
Strong's:
H3499
Word #:
1 of 17
properly, an overhanging, i.e., (by implication) a small rope (as hanging free)
דִּבְרֵ֥י
of the acts
H1697
דִּבְרֵ֥י
of the acts
Strong's:
H1697
Word #:
2 of 17
a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
וְכָל
H3605
וְכָל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
4 of 17
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
H834
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
Strong's:
H834
Word #:
5 of 17
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
עָשָׂ֖ה
and all that he did
H6213
עָשָׂ֖ה
and all that he did
Strong's:
H6213
Word #:
6 of 17
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
וְכָל
H3605
וְכָל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
7 of 17
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
גְּבֽוּרָת֑וֹ
and all his might
H1369
גְּבֽוּרָת֑וֹ
and all his might
Strong's:
H1369
Word #:
8 of 17
force (literally or figuratively); by implication, valor, victory
הֲלוֹא
H3808
הֲלוֹא
Strong's:
H3808
Word #:
9 of 17
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
כְּתוּבִ֗ים
are they not written
H3789
כְּתוּבִ֗ים
are they not written
Strong's:
H3789
Word #:
11 of 17
to grave, by implication, to write (describe, inscribe, prescribe, subscribe)
עַל
H5921
עַל
Strong's:
H5921
Word #:
12 of 17
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
סֵ֛פֶר
in the book
H5612
סֵ֛פֶר
in the book
Strong's:
H5612
Word #:
13 of 17
properly, writing (the art or a document); by implication, a book
דִּבְרֵ֥י
of the acts
H1697
דִּבְרֵ֥י
of the acts
Strong's:
H1697
Word #:
14 of 17
a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
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
Now the rest of the acts of Jehu, and all that he did, and all his might, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel?
This verse contributes to the overall theme of chapter 10: Zeal for God without heart transformation. The reference to kingship reminds readers that all human authority is subordinate to God's ultimate kingship. 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.