2 Kings 24:13
And he carried out thence all the treasures of the house of the LORD, and the treasures of the king's house, and cut in pieces all the vessels of gold which Solomon king of Israel had made in the temple of the LORD, as the LORD had said.
Original Language Analysis
וַיּוֹצֵ֣א
And he carried out
H3318
וַיּוֹצֵ֣א
And he carried out
Strong's:
H3318
Word #:
1 of 25
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
מִשָּׁ֗ם
H8033
מִשָּׁ֗ם
Strong's:
H8033
Word #:
2 of 25
there (transferring to time) then; often thither, or thence
אֶת
H853
אֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
3 of 25
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
כָּל
H3605
כָּל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
4 of 25
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
בֵּ֣ית
house
H1004
בֵּ֣ית
house
Strong's:
H1004
Word #:
6 of 25
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
יְהוָֽה׃
as the LORD
H3068
יְהוָֽה׃
as the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
7 of 25
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
בֵּ֣ית
house
H1004
בֵּ֣ית
house
Strong's:
H1004
Word #:
9 of 25
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
וַיְקַצֵּ֞ץ
and cut in pieces
H7112
וַיְקַצֵּ֞ץ
and cut in pieces
Strong's:
H7112
Word #:
11 of 25
to chop off (literally or figuratively)
אֶת
H853
אֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
12 of 25
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
כָּל
H3605
כָּל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
13 of 25
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
כְּלֵ֣י
all the vessels
H3627
כְּלֵ֣י
all the vessels
Strong's:
H3627
Word #:
14 of 25
something prepared, i.e., any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon)
הַזָּהָ֗ב
of gold
H2091
הַזָּהָ֗ב
of gold
Strong's:
H2091
Word #:
15 of 25
gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e., yellow), as oil, a clear sky
אֲשֶׁ֨ר
H834
אֲשֶׁ֨ר
Strong's:
H834
Word #:
16 of 25
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
עָשָׂ֜ה
had made
H6213
עָשָׂ֜ה
had made
Strong's:
H6213
Word #:
17 of 25
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
יִשְׂרָאֵל֙
of Israel
H3478
יִשְׂרָאֵל֙
of Israel
Strong's:
H3478
Word #:
20 of 25
he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity
בְּהֵיכַ֣ל
in the temple
H1964
בְּהֵיכַ֣ל
in the temple
Strong's:
H1964
Word #:
21 of 25
a large public building, such as a palace or temple
יְהוָֽה׃
as the LORD
H3068
יְהוָֽה׃
as the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
22 of 25
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
כַּֽאֲשֶׁ֖ר
H834
כַּֽאֲשֶׁ֖ר
Strong's:
H834
Word #:
23 of 25
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
Cross References
Isaiah 39:6Behold, the days come, that all that is in thine house, and that which thy fathers have laid up in store until this day, shall be carried to Babylon: nothing shall be left, saith the LORD.2 Kings 20:17Behold, the days come, that all that is in thine house, and that which thy fathers have laid up in store unto this day, shall be carried into Babylon: nothing shall be left, saith the LORD.Jeremiah 20:5Moreover I will deliver all the strength of this city, and all the labours thereof, and all the precious things thereof, and all the treasures of the kings of Judah will I give into the hand of their enemies, which shall spoil them, and take them, and carry them to Babylon.
Historical Context
Historical Setting: 2 Kings 24 takes place during the final collapse of Judah and Babylonian exile, early 6th century BCE, 605-586 BCE. The chapter's theme (Beginning of Babylonian Captivity) reflects the historical reality of the final collapse of Judah, destruction of Jerusalem and the temple, and exile to Babylon as covenant curses are fully realized. 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 24 regarding judgment unfolds progressively?
- 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?
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Analysis & Commentary
And he carried out thence all the treasures of the house of the LORD, and the treasures of the king's house, and cut in pieces all the vessels of gold which Solomon king of Israel had made in the temple of the LORD, as the LORD had said.
This verse contributes to the overall theme of chapter 24: Judgment unfolds progressively. The divine name emphasizes Yahweh's covenant relationship with Israel and His sovereign control over historical events. The reference to kingship reminds readers that all human authority is subordinate to God's ultimate kingship. As Judah approaches exile, these events fulfill prophetic warnings and demonstrate that God's patience with covenant violation is not infinite.
The narrative demonstrates God's justice in judging covenant unfaithfulness while maintaining His ultimate purposes for redemption.