2 Chronicles 16:5
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 2 Chronicles 16:5 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
2 Chronicles 16:5 is a verse from the book of 2 Chronicles in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And it came to pass, when Baasha heard it, that he left off building of Ramah, and let his work cease." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
2 Chronicles 16:5 — KJV
“And it came to pass, when Baasha heard it, that he left off building of Ramah, and let his work cease.”
— 2 Chronicles 16:5 (KJV)
2 Chronicles 16:5 in Context — About the Book of 2 Chronicles
2 Chronicles follows the kings of Judah from Solomon's temple dedication to the Babylonian exile, spotlighting every revival along the way. Its most quoted promise — if my people humble themselves and pray — remains the Bible's clearest formula for national and personal restoration.
Cross-References for 2 Chronicles 16:5
“And it came to pass, when Baasha heard thereof, that he left off building of Ramah, and dwelt in Tirzah.”
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“And it came to pass, when he saw the earring and bracelets upon his sister's hands, and when he heard the words of Rebekah his sister, saying, Thus spake the man unto me; that he came unto the man; and, behold, he stood by the camels at the well.”
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“And it came to pass, when he heard that I lifted up my voice and cried, that he left his garment with me, and fled, and got him out.”
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“And it came to pass, when the judge was dead, that they returned, and corrupted themselves more than their fathers, in following other gods to serve them, and to bow down unto them; they ceased not from their own doings, nor from their stubborn way. corrupted...: or, were corrupt ceased...: Heb. let nothing fall of their”
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“And it came to pass, when he began to reign, as soon as he sat on his throne, that he slew all the house of Baasha: he left him not one that pisseth against a wall, neither of his kinsfolks, nor of his friends. neither...: or, both his kinsmen and his friends”
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