2 Kings 14:10
Thou hast indeed smitten Edom, and thine heart hath lifted thee up: glory of this, and tarry at home: for why shouldest thou meddle to thy hurt, that thou shouldest fall, even thou, and Judah with thee?
Original Language Analysis
הִכִּ֙יתָ֙
Thou hast indeed
H5221
הִכִּ֙יתָ֙
Thou hast indeed
Strong's:
H5221
Word #:
1 of 16
to strike (lightly or severely, literally or figuratively)
הִכִּ֙יתָ֙
Thou hast indeed
H5221
הִכִּ֙יתָ֙
Thou hast indeed
Strong's:
H5221
Word #:
2 of 16
to strike (lightly or severely, literally or figuratively)
אֶת
H853
אֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
3 of 16
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
אֱד֔וֹם
Edom
H123
אֱד֔וֹם
Edom
Strong's:
H123
Word #:
4 of 16
edom, the elder twin-brother of jacob; hence the region (idumaea) occupied by him
וּֽנְשָׂאֲךָ֖
hath lifted thee up
H5375
וּֽנְשָׂאֲךָ֖
hath lifted thee up
Strong's:
H5375
Word #:
5 of 16
to lift, in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, absolute and relative
לִבֶּ֑ךָ
and thine heart
H3820
לִבֶּ֑ךָ
and thine heart
Strong's:
H3820
Word #:
6 of 16
the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the center of anything
הִכָּבֵד֙
glory
H3513
הִכָּבֵד֙
glory
Strong's:
H3513
Word #:
7 of 16
to be heavy, i.e., in a bad sense (burdensome, severe, dull) or in a good sense (numerous, rich, honorable); causatively, to make weighty (in the same
וְשֵׁ֣ב
of this and tarry
H3427
וְשֵׁ֣ב
of this and tarry
Strong's:
H3427
Word #:
8 of 16
properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry
בְּבֵיתֶ֔ךָ
at home
H1004
בְּבֵיתֶ֔ךָ
at home
Strong's:
H1004
Word #:
9 of 16
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
וְלָ֤מָּה
H4100
וְלָ֤מָּה
Strong's:
H4100
Word #:
10 of 16
properly, interrogative what? (including how? why? when?); but also exclamation, what! (including how!), or indefinitely what (including whatever, and
תִתְגָּרֶה֙
for why shouldest thou meddle
H1624
תִתְגָּרֶה֙
for why shouldest thou meddle
Strong's:
H1624
Word #:
11 of 16
properly, to grate, i.e., (figuratively) to anger
וְנָ֣פַלְתָּ֔ה
that thou shouldest fall
H5307
וְנָ֣פַלְתָּ֔ה
that thou shouldest fall
Strong's:
H5307
Word #:
13 of 16
to fall, in a great variety of applications (intransitive or causative, literal or figurative)
Cross References
Deuteronomy 8:14Then thine heart be lifted up, and thou forget the LORD thy God, which brought thee forth out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage;2 Chronicles 26:16But when he was strong, his heart was lifted up to his destruction: for he transgressed against the LORD his God, and went into the temple of the LORD to burn incense upon the altar of incense.2 Chronicles 32:25But Hezekiah rendered not again according to the benefit done unto him; for his heart was lifted up: therefore there was wrath upon him, and upon Judah and Jerusalem.Proverbs 15:18A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.Proverbs 3:30Strive not with a man without cause, if he have done thee no harm.Proverbs 16:18Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.Proverbs 20:3It is an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling.
Historical Context
Historical Setting: 2 Kings 14 takes place during the declining years of the northern kingdom, 8th century BCE, culminating in exile in 722 BCE. The chapter's theme (Amaziah of Judah and Jeroboam II) reflects the historical reality of progressive political instability and external threats, particularly from Aram (Syria) and later Assyria. 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 14 regarding pride leads to downfall; god's mercy continues?
- 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
Thou hast indeed smitten Edom, and thine heart hath lifted thee up: glory of this, and tarry at home: for why shouldest thou meddle to thy hurt, that thou shouldest fall, even thou, and Judah with thee?
This verse contributes to the overall theme of chapter 14: Pride leads to downfall; God's mercy continues. This passage occurs during the decline toward Israel's exile, demonstrating how persistent covenant unfaithfulness leads to national disaster.
The narrative demonstrates God's justice in judging covenant unfaithfulness while maintaining His ultimate purposes for redemption.