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II Kings Chapter 22

THE PROPHETS

II KINGS

MELACHIM II

The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. It provides insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during those periods. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.

Chapter 22

II Kings Chapter 22 When G-d’s Commandment is set aside chances are it will be completely forgotten

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Because the sentence for wrongdoing is not executed quickly — that is why men are encouraged to do evil,
Koheles (Ecclesiastes) 8:11

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No acknowledgment. No thanking. No prayer. No reading. No learning.

If your answer is, “yes,” think again.

“King Josiah, A Righteous King”
“Scroll of the Torah”

Josiah was eight years old when he became king, and he reigned for thirty-one years in Jerusalem. HIs mother’s name was Jedidah daughter of Adaiah, of Bozkath.
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He did what was proper in the eyes of Hashem, following the ways of his forefather David; he did not veer right or left.
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“Go up to Hilkiah the Kohen Gadol, and [tell him] that he should collect the money that is brought to the Temple of Hashem, which the gatekeepers have collected from the people.
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and they should give it over to the workmen-in-charge in the Temple of Hashem, and they should give it to the workmen in the Temple of Hashem, to repair the deterioration of the Temple,
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However, no accounting shall be made with them for the money given over into their hand, for they act with integrity.”
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Hilkiah, the Kohen Gadol, said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found a Scroll of the Torah in the Temple of Hashem.” Hilkiah gave the Scroll to Shaphan, and he read it.
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Shaphan the scribe then told the king, saying, “Hilkiah the Kohen has given me a Scroll.” Shapan then read it before the king.
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It happened that when the king heard the words of the Scroll of the Torah, he rent his garment.
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“Go and inquire of Hashem on my behalf, and on behalf of the people and on behalf of all of Judah, concerning the words of this Scroll that was found; for great is the wrath of Hashem that has been incited against us, because our fathers have not listened to the words of this Scroll, to fulfill all that was written for us.”
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She said to them, “Thus said Hashem, God of Israel: Say to the man who sent you to me, ‘Thus said Hashem: Behold, I am bringing evil upon this place and upon its inhabitants — [namely] all the words of the Scroll that the king of Judah read —
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because they have forsaken Me and burned offerings to the gods of others, in order to anger Me with all their handiwork; My wrath has been incited against this place, and it will not be extinguished.’
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because your heart is soft and you humbled yourself before Hashem when you heard that which I have spoken about this place and its inhabitants, …
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Therefore, behold, I will gather you in to your forefathers — you will be gathered to your grave in peace — and your eyes will not see all the evil that I am bringing upon this place.’” They brought this report back to the king.
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1 Josiah was eight years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem thirty-one years. His mother’s name was Jedidah the daughter of Adaiah of Bozkath.
2 And he did what was right in the eyes of the Lord, and he walked in all the ways of David his father, and he turned away neither right nor left.
3 And it was in the eighteenth year of King Josiah, that the king sent Shaphan the son of Azaliah the son of Meshullam the scribe to the house of the Lord, saying:
4 “Go up to Hilkiah the high priest and let him gather up all the silver that was brought to the house of the Lord, that the keepers of the utensils collected from the people.
5 And let them give it into the hands of the foremen of the work, who are appointed in the house of the Lord, and let them give it to the workers who are in the house of the Lord, to repair the damage of the Temple.
6 To the carpenters and to the builders and to the masons, and to purchase wood and quarried stones, to strengthen the Temple.
7 However, no reckoning shall be made with them of the silver that is given into their hands, for they deal honestly.”
8 And Hilkiah the high priest said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the Scroll of the Law in the house of the Lord,” and Hilkiah gave the scroll to Shaphan, and he read it.
9 And Shaphan the scribe came to the king and brought back word to the king, and said, “Your servants have melted the silver that was found in the Temple, and they have given it into the hands of the foremen of the work who were appointed over the house of the Lord.
10 And Shaphan the scribe told the king, saying, “Hilkiah the priest gave me a scroll,” And Shaphan read it before the king.
11 And it was when the king heard the words of the scroll of the Law, that he rent his garments.
12 And the king commanded Hilkiah the priest and Ahikam the son of Shaphan and Achbor the son of Micaiah and Shaphan the scribe and Asaiah the king’s servant, saying,
13 “Go, inquire of the Lord on my behalf and on the behalf of the people and on behalf of all of Judah concerning the words of this scroll which has been found, for great is the Lord’s wrath which is kindled against us, since our forefathers did not obey the words of this scroll, to do according to all that is written concerning us.”
14 And Hilkiah the priest and Ahikam and Achbor and Shaphan and Asaiah went to Huldah the prophetess, the wife of Shallum the son of Tikvah the son of Harhas, the keeper of the raiment, and she was sitting in Jerusalem in the study-hall, and they spoke to her.
15 And she said to them, “So has the Lord God of Israel spoken, ‘Say to the man who sent you to me,
16 “So has the Lord said, ‘Behold I bring calamity to this place and upon its inhabitants-all the words of the scroll that the king of Judah read.
17 Because they have forsaken Me and have burned incense to pagan deities, in order to provoke Me with all the deeds of their hands, My wrath is kindled against this place, and it shall not be quenched.’
18 And concerning the king of Judah who has sent you to inquire of the Lord, so shall you say to him, ‘So has the Lord God of Israel said, “The words are what you heard.
19 Since your heart has become soft, and you have humbled yourself before the Lord, when you heard what I spoke about this place and about its inhabitants, to become a desolation and a curse, and you rent your garments and wept before Me, I, too, have heard [it],’ says the Lord.
20 Therefore, behold I gather you in to your forefathers, and you shall be gathered into your graves in peace, and your eyes shall not see any of the calamity that I am bringing upon this place.” And they brought back word to the king.

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The Book of Joshua, in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible, narrates the entry of the Children of Israel into the Promised Land of Canaan and their conquest and partition of the land under the leadership of Joshua, as Moses’ successor. It details the Israelites’ miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, the fall of Jericho, the battles of Ai and Gibeon, and the division of the land among the twelve tribes. Joshua resonates with Moses, in which he exhorts the Israelites to remain faithful to G-d and His commandments.
Judges chronicles the history of the Israelites during the period between the conquest of the Land of Israel and the establishment of the monarchy. It contains accounts of the heroic deeds of various judges who led and rescued the Israelites from their enemies. The book also provides valuable insights into the spiritual and moral challenges faced by the Israelites during that time. The cycle of sin is clearly seen in the book of Judges (Shoftim in Hebrew).
The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.
The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.

The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.

The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.

A known prophetic book in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible is the book of Isaiah (Yeshayahu in Hebrew). It contains the written prophecies during the 8th century BCE throughout his life. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel (the suffering servant) and other nations, the coming of the Messiah, and the establishment of G-d’s kingdom on earth. Isaiah is known for his poetic and eloquent language, and his prophecies have had a profound influence on Jewish and Christian thought throughout history.
The prophecies of the prophet Jeremiah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the coming destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Jeremiah (Yirmiyahu in Hebrew) is known as “The suffering or lamenting prophet,” for his emotional and passionate prophecies, and his book accounts the tragic details as it happens right before his eyes in his lifetime.
The Book of Ezekiel (Yechezkel in Hebrew) contains the prophecies of the prophet Ezekiel, who lived during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Ezekiel is known for his vivid and symbolic prophecies, and his book reveals the key to salvation. That is repentance and righteousness.
The Book of Hosea (Hoshea in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), shares the prophecies of the prophet Hosea, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses themes such as the unfaithfulness of the Israelites, G-d’s judgment and mercy, and the promise of redemption. G-d’s “estranged wife,” is how Israel was identified in this book. Nonetheless, Israel remains G-d’s chosen people despite their sins and shortcomings.
The Book of Joel (Yoel in Hebrew) is another prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Joel, who lived during a time of locust infestation and drought. The empires of Babylonia, Persian, Greeks and Romans are God’s judgment on Israel for their sins; likened to the locusts swarms in succession. Moreover, the coming Day of the Lord, and the restoration of Israel is mentioned as well.
A prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Amos, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses social justice, the condemnation of injustice, and the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins. Amos’s prophecies are known for their powerful and direct language.
The Book of Obadiah (Ovadiah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Obadiah, who lived during the 6th century BCE, primarily addresses the destruction of Edom and the judgment of G-d upon them for their hostility towards Israel. Obadiah’s prophecies are known for its powerful condemnation of Edom’s arrogance and cruelty.
The Book of Jonah (Yonah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible) is a narrative prophetic book that tells the story of the prophet Jonah, who is reluctant to fulfill G-d’s command to prophesy against the city of Nineveh. Instead, Jonah flees to Tarshish, but a great storm arises and the sailors throw Jonah overboard to appease the storm. Jonah is swallowed by a large fish, where he prays to G-d. After three days and three nights, the fish vomits Jonah onto dry land. Jonah then goes to Nineveh and delivers God’s message of repentance, leading to the city’s repentance and God’s mercy. The book highlights matters of God’s sovereignty, mercy, and the importance of obedience.
The Book of Micah (Michah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Micah, who lived during the 8th century BCE during the reigns of the kings of Judah and Israel. Micah’s prophecies address social justice, the condemnation of injustice, the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins, and the promise of a future restoration and redemption. Micah’s prophecies are known for its powerful outlook and emotional intensity.
The Book of Nahum (Nachum in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible).
Prophet Nahum, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book primarily addresses the judgment of G-d upon the city of Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian Empire, for its arrogance, cruelty, and violence. Nahum’s prophecies are known for their vivid descriptions of Nineveh’s destruction and their emphasis on G-d’s justice and sovereignty.
The Book of Habakkuk (Chavakuk in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Habakkuk, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses themes such as the suffering of the righteous, the coming judgment of G-d on the wicked, and the assurance of G-d’s ultimate victory. Habakkuk’s prophecies are known for their powerful and poetic language, and his book has been a source of inspiration and comfort to many throughout history.
The Book of Zephaniah (Tzefaniah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zephaniah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The coming judgment of G-d on Judah and Jerusalem for their sins, the destruction of the wicked, and the promise of restoration for the righteous are accounts written in Zephaniah. The book of Zephaniah has been a source of comfort and encouragement for generations of believers.
The Book of Haggai (Chaggai in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Haggai, who lived during the 6th century BCE during the time of the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. Haggai’s prophecies focused on encouraging the Jewish people to complete the rebuilding of the Temple, and he emphasized the importance of faith, obedience, and the blessings that would come from serving G-d wholeheartedly.
The Book of Zechariah is a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zechariah, who lived during the 6th century BCE. The rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, the coming of the Messiah, and the ultimate redemption of G-d’s people are important details described in the book. The book of Zechariah mentions the truth about the Jewish people as the people favored by G-d.
Malachi, who lived during the 5th century BCE. The book addresses the corruption of the priesthood, the neglect of religious practices, and the coming judgment of G-d upon those who have strayed from His ways. Emphasis on the importance of faithfulness to G-d and His covenant are topics where the book of Malachi is remembered frequently.
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