2 Chronicles 15:16 · KJV

"And also concerning Maachah the mother of Asa the king, he removed her from being queen, because she had made an idol in a grove: and Asa cut down her idol, and stamped it, and burnt it at the brook Kidron."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁴And they sware unto the LORD with a loud voice, and with shouting, and with trumpets, and with cornets.

¹⁵And all Judah rejoiced at the oath: for they had sworn with all their heart, and sought him with their whole desire; and he was found of them: and the LORD gave them rest round about.

¹⁶And also concerning Maachah the mother of Asa the king, he removed her from being queen, because she had made an idol in a grove: and Asa cut down her idol, and stamped it, and burnt it at the brook Kidron.

¹⁷But the high places were not taken away out of Israel: nevertheless the heart of Asa was perfect all his days.

¹⁸And he brought into the house of God the things that his father had dedicated, and that he himself had dedicated, silver, and gold, and vessels.

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Reflection Questions

How do you handle conflicts between family loyalty and faith?

What does it mean for you to stand firm in your beliefs?

When have you had to make a difficult choice for your faith?

Life Application

family

Reflect on how your faith influences your family relationships and decisions.

faith

Be prepared to make tough choices that align with your commitment to God.

People in This Verse

AsaOT

Asa was the third king of Judah, known for his religious reforms and efforts to eradicate idolatry from the kingdom.

First appearance: 1 Kings 15:8

MaachahOT

Maachah was the wife of King Rehoboam and the mother of Abijah. Her lineage ties back to the family of David, indicating the importance of her role in the royal succession.

First appearance: 1 Kings 15:2

Places in This Verse

Kidron

A valley near Jerusalem, significant for its association with various biblical events and rituals.

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