2 Kings Chapter 16 · Verse 13
And he burnt his burnt offering and his meat offering, and poured his drink offering, and sprinkled the blood of his peace offerings, upon the altar.
Original Language Analysis
וַיַּקְטֵ֤ר
And he burnt
H6999
וַיַּקְטֵ֤ר
And he burnt
Strong's:
H6999
Word #:
1 of 16
to smoke, i.e., turn into fragrance by fire (especially as an act of worship)
אֶת
H853
אֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
2 of 16
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
עֹֽלָתוֹ֙
his burnt offering
H5930
עֹֽלָתוֹ֙
his burnt offering
Strong's:
H5930
Word #:
3 of 16
a step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke)
וְאֶת
H853
וְאֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
4 of 16
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
מִנְחָת֔וֹ
and his meat offering
H4503
מִנְחָת֔וֹ
and his meat offering
Strong's:
H4503
Word #:
5 of 16
a donation; euphemistically, tribute; specifically a sacrificial offering (usually bloodless and voluntary)
וַיַּסֵּ֖ךְ
and poured
H5258
וַיַּסֵּ֖ךְ
and poured
Strong's:
H5258
Word #:
6 of 16
to pour out, especially a libation, or to cast (metal); by analogy, to anoint a king
אֶת
H853
אֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
7 of 16
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
אֶת
H853
אֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
10 of 16
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
דַּֽם
the blood
H1818
דַּֽם
the blood
Strong's:
H1818
Word #:
11 of 16
blood (as that which when shed causes death) of man or an animal; by analogy, the juice of the grape; figuratively (especially in the plural) bloodshe
הַשְּׁלָמִ֥ים
of his peace offerings
H8002
הַשְּׁלָמִ֥ים
of his peace offerings
Strong's:
H8002
Word #:
12 of 16
properly, requital, i.e., a (voluntary) sacrifice in thanks
אֲשֶׁר
H834
אֲשֶׁר
Strong's:
H834
Word #:
13 of 16
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
Historical Context
Historical Setting: 2 Kings 16 takes place during the declining years of the northern kingdom, 8th century BCE, culminating in exile in 722 BCE. The chapter's theme (Ahaz's Apostasy) reflects the historical reality of desperate political alliances and religious syncretism as Judah faced external threats. 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 16 regarding desperate alliances and religious compromise?
- 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 burnt his burnt offering and his meat offering, and poured his drink offering, and sprinkled the blood of his peace offerings, upon the altar.
This verse contributes to the overall theme of chapter 16: Desperate alliances and religious compromise. 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.