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◄ 2 Chronicles 34:15►

New International Version
Hilkiah said to Shaphan the secretary, “I have found the Book of the Law in the temple of the LORD.” He gave it to Shaphan.

New Living Translation
Hilkiah said to Shaphan the court secretary, “I have found the Book of the Law in the LORD’s Temple!” Then Hilkiah gave the scroll to Shaphan.

English Standard Version
Then Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the secretary, “I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD.” And Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan.

Berean Standard Bible
And Hilkiah said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD!” And he gave it to Shaphan.

King James Bible
And Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe, I have found the book of the law in the house of the LORD. And Hilkiah delivered the book to Shaphan.

New King James Version
Then Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD.” And Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan.

New American Standard Bible
Hilkiah responded and said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD.” And Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan.

NASB 1995
Hilkiah responded and said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the book of the law in the house of the LORD.” And Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan.

NASB 1977
And Hilkiah responded and said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the book of the law in the house of the LORD.” And Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan.

Legacy Standard Bible
So Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the book of the law in the house of Yahweh.” And Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan.

Amplified Bible
Hilkiah told Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD.” And he gave the book to Shaphan.

Christian Standard Bible
Consequently, Hilkiah told the court secretary Shaphan, “I have found the book of the law in the LORD’s temple,” and he gave the book to Shaphan.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Consequently, Hilkiah told Shaphan the court secretary, “I have found the book of the law in the LORD’s temple,” and he gave the book to Shaphan.

American Standard Version
And Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe, I have found the book of the law in the house of Jehovah. And Hilkiah delivered the book to Shaphan.

Contemporary English Version
Hilkiah handed the book to Shaphan the official and said, "Look what I found here in the temple--The Book of God's Law."

English Revised Version
And Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe, I have found the book of the law in the house of the LORD. And Hilkiah delivered the book to Shaphan.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Hilkiah told the scribe Shaphan, "I have found the book of the Teachings in the LORD's temple." Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan.

Good News Translation
He said to Shaphan, "I have found the book of the Law here in the Temple." He gave Shaphan the book,

International Standard Version
Hilkiah reported his finding to Shaphan the scribe, telling him, "I found the Book of the Law in the LORD's Temple. Then he gave the book to Shaphan.

NET Bible
Hilkiah informed Shaphan the scribe, "I found the law scroll in the LORD's temple." Hilkiah gave the scroll to Shaphan.

New Heart English Bible
Hilkiah answered Shaphan the scribe, "I have found the scroll of the law in the house of the LORD." Hilkiah delivered the scroll to Shaphan.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe, I have found the book of the law in the house of the LORD. And Hilkiah delivered the book to Shaphan.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
And Hilkiah said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD!” And he gave it to Shaphan.

World English Bible
Hilkiah answered Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the book of the law in Yahweh’s house.” So Hilkiah delivered the book to Shaphan.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
and Hilkiah answers and says to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found [the] Scroll of the Law in the house of YHWH”; and Hilkiah gives the scroll to Shaphan,

Young's Literal Translation
and Hilkiah answereth and saith unto Shaphan the scribe, 'A book of the law I have found in the house of Jehovah;' and Hilkiah giveth the book unto Shaphan,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Hilkiah will answer and say to Shaphan the scribe, I found a book of the law in the house of Jehovah. And Hilkiah will give the book to Shaphan.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And he said to Saphan the scribe: I have found the book of the law in the house of the Lord: and he delivered it to him.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he said to Shaphan, the scribe: “I have found the book of the law in the house of the Lord.” And he delivered it to him.

New American Bible
He reported this to Shaphan the scribe, saying, “I have found the book of the law in the house of the LORD.” Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan,

New Revised Standard Version
Hilkiah said to the secretary Shaphan, “I have found the book of the law in the house of the LORD”; and Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And Hilkiah the priest said to Shaphan the scribe, I have found the book of the law in the house of the LORD. And Hilkiah the priest gave the book to Shaphan.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Khelqia the Priest answered and said to Shaphan the Scribe: “I have found a scroll of the Torah in the house of LORD JEHOVAH!” And Khelqia the Priest gave the scroll to Shaphan.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
and Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe: 'I have found the book of the Law in the house of the LORD.' And Hilkiah delivered the book to Shaphan.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Chelcias answered and said to Saphan the scribe, I have found a book of the law in the house of the Lord. And Chelcias gave the book to Saphan.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Hilkiah Finds the Book of the Law
14While they were bringing out the money that had been taken into the house of the LORD, Hilkiah the priest found the Book of the Law of the LORD written by Moses.15And Hilkiah said to Shaphan the scribe,“I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD!”And he gave it to Shaphan.16Then Shaphan brought the book to the king and reported, “Your servants are doing all that has been placed in their hands.…

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Cross References

2 Kings 22:8
Then Hilkiah the high priest said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD!” And he gave it to Shaphan, who read it.

2 Kings 22:10-11
Moreover, Shaphan the scribe told the king, “Hilkiah the priest has given me a book.” And Shaphan read it in the presence of the king. / When the king heard the words of the Book of the Law, he tore his clothes

2 Kings 23:2
And he went up to the house of the LORD with all the people of Judah and Jerusalem, as well as the priests and the prophets—all the people small and great—and in their hearing he read all the words of the Book of the Covenant that had been found in the house of the LORD.

Deuteronomy 31:24-26
When Moses had finished writing in a book the words of this law from beginning to end, / he gave this command to the Levites who carried the ark of the covenant of the LORD: / “Take this Book of the Law and place it beside the ark of the covenant of the LORD your God, so that it may remain there as a witness against you.

2 Chronicles 35:3
To the Levites who taught all Israel and were holy to the LORD, Josiah said: “Put the holy ark in the temple built by Solomon son of David king of Israel. It is not to be carried around on your shoulders. Now serve the LORD your God and His people Israel.

Nehemiah 8:1-3
At that time all the people gathered together in the square before the Water Gate, and they asked Ezra the scribe to bring out the Book of the Law of Moses, which the LORD had commanded for Israel. / On the first day of the seventh month, Ezra the priest brought the Law before the assembly of men and women and all who could listen and understand. / So Ezra read it aloud from daybreak until noon as he faced the square before the Water Gate, in front of the men and women and those who could understand. And all the people listened attentively to the Book of the Law.

Nehemiah 8:8
So they read from the Book of the Law of God, explaining it and giving insight, so that the people could understand what was being read.

Jeremiah 36:21-23
Then the king sent Jehudi to get the scroll, and he took it from the chamber of Elishama the scribe. And Jehudi read it in the hearing of the king and all the officials who were standing beside him. / Since it was the ninth month, the king was sitting in his winter quarters with a fire burning before him. / And as soon as Jehudi had read three or four columns, Jehoiakim would cut them off with a scribe’s knife and throw them into the firepot, until the entire scroll had been consumed by the fire.

Psalm 119:18
Open my eyes that I may see wondrous things from Your law.

Psalm 119:162
I rejoice in Your promise like one who finds great spoil.

Matthew 5:17-18
Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets. I have not come to abolish them, but to fulfill them. / For I tell you truly, until heaven and earth pass away, not a single jot, not a stroke of a pen, will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished.

Matthew 22:29
Jesus answered, “You are mistaken because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God.

Luke 4:16-17
Then Jesus came to Nazareth, where He had been brought up. As was His custom, He entered the synagogue on the Sabbath. And when He stood up to read, / the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to Him. Unrolling it, He found the place where it was written:

Luke 24:44
Jesus said to them, “These are the words I spoke to you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about Me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms.”

John 5:39
You pore over the Scriptures because you presume that by them you possess eternal life. These are the very words that testify about Me,

Treasury of Scripture

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2 Chronicles 34

1.Josiah's good reign
3.He destroys idolatry
8.He takes order for the repair of the temple
14.Hilkiah, having found a book of the law,
21.Josiah sends to Huldah to enquire of the Lord
23.Huldah prophesies the destruction of Jerusalem, but respite thereof in Josiah's time
29.Josiah, causing it to be read in a solemn assembly, renews the covenant with God

Study Bible

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And Hilkiah said to Shaphan the scribe
Hilkiah was the high priest during the reign of King Josiah, a time marked by religious reform and a return to the worship of Yahweh. Shaphan, the scribe, was a royal secretary or official, responsible for recording and managing the king's affairs. This interaction highlights the collaboration between religious and governmental authorities in Judah. The role of the scribe was crucial in maintaining records and ensuring the king's decrees were followed, reflecting the importance of literacy and documentation in ancient Israelite society.

“I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD!”
The "Book of the Law" likely refers to a portion of the Torah, possibly Deuteronomy, which had been neglected or lost during previous reigns. Its discovery in the temple signifies a pivotal moment in Judah's history, as it catalyzed significant religious reforms under Josiah. The temple, the central place of worship in Jerusalem, had suffered from neglect and idolatrous practices, making this find both surprising and providential. This event underscores the theme of rediscovery and renewal of God's covenant with His people, emphasizing the importance of Scripture in guiding the nation.

And he gave it to Shaphan.
Hilkiah's decision to give the Book of the Law to Shaphan indicates the trust and responsibility placed on the scribe to convey this significant discovery to King Josiah. This act of passing the book symbolizes the transmission of divine revelation from the religious leaders to the political leaders, ensuring that the king would be informed and could act upon this newfound knowledge. It also highlights the role of intermediaries in the communication of God's word, a theme that resonates throughout the Bible, pointing to the ultimate mediator, Jesus Christ, who bridges the gap between God and humanity.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Hilkiah
The high priest during the reign of King Josiah, responsible for the spiritual oversight of the temple and its activities.

2.Shaphan
A scribe and secretary to King Josiah, tasked with administrative duties and communication between the king and the temple.

3.The Book of the Law
Likely a scroll containing the Torah, the foundational legal and ethical texts of Israel, which had been lost or neglected.

4.The House of the LORD
Refers to the temple in Jerusalem, the central place of worship for the Israelites.

5.King Josiah
The king of Judah who initiated religious reforms and sought to restore the worship of Yahweh.

Teaching Points

The Importance of God's Word
The rediscovery of the Book of the Law underscores the necessity of Scripture in guiding personal and communal life. It serves as a reminder to prioritize regular engagement with the Bible.

Spiritual Renewal and Reform
Josiah's response to the discovery of the Book of the Law illustrates the transformative power of God's Word. It calls believers to seek spiritual renewal and reform in their own lives and communities.

The Role of Leadership in Spiritual Matters
Hilkiah and Shaphan's roles highlight the responsibility of spiritual and administrative leaders to ensure the Word of God is central in worship and governance.

The Consequences of Neglecting Scripture
The fact that the Book of the Law was lost or neglected serves as a warning against the dangers of ignoring God's Word, leading to spiritual decline.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 34:15?

2.How does finding "the Book of the Law" impact Josiah's leadership decisions?

3.What steps can we take to rediscover God's Word in our lives?

4.How does 2 Chronicles 34:15 connect with Deuteronomy 31:24-26 about preserving Scripture?

5.Why is it crucial to prioritize Scripture in personal and communal worship today?

6.How can we ensure our actions align with God's Word like Josiah's reforms?

7.What significance does finding the Book of the Law in 2 Chronicles 34:15 hold for believers?

8.How does 2 Chronicles 34:15 demonstrate the importance of scripture in spiritual renewal?

9.Why was the Book of the Law lost before its discovery in 2 Chronicles 34:15?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 34?

11.How can 2 Chronicles 15:3-4 claim that Israel was without the true God yet still functioned as a nation with established worship practices?

12.(2 Chronicles 34:8-18) How credible is the claim that a long-lost book of the Law was rediscovered in the Temple after being forgotten for generations?

13.(2 Chronicles 34:22-28) Why would King Josiah consult the prophetess Huldah instead of better-known prophets like Jeremiah, if both were contemporaries?

14.How credible is the sudden discovery of the 'Book of the Law' in 2 Kings 23:2 given the lack of external historical records?

What Does 2 Chronicles 34:15 Mean

Hilkiah said to Shaphan the scribe

“Shaphan, I have something to tell you.” That is the sense of the quiet but history-shaping conversation between the high priest and the royal record-keeper.

• Hilkiah, as high priest (2 Chronicles 34:9), was responsible for the spiritual life of Judah—yet even he did not fully realize what lay hidden in the temple storerooms until this moment.

• Shaphan served King Josiah as his chief scribe, a trusted civil servant who would carry news straight to the throne (2 Kings 22:3;Jeremiah 36:10).

• The pairing of priest and scribe shows God using both religious and governmental channels to bring His word back to the nation, echoing earlier partnerships like Moses and Joshua (Exodus 33:11).

I have found the Book of the Law

The exclamation is simple but electric: “I have found the Book of the Law.”

• “Found” suggests something precious had been lost. Generations of idolatrous kings had neglected the Scriptures, and copies were scarce (2 Chronicles 33:1–9).

• “Book of the Law” likely refers to the Pentateuch that Moses wrote and commanded to be read publicly (Deuteronomy 31:24-26;Joshua 8:34-35).

• Discovery becomes rediscovery: God’s people come face-to-face again with His covenant, fulfillingPsalm 119:105, “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”

In the house of the LORD!

Hilkiah emphasizes where the scroll was found—“in the house of the LORD!”

• The temple was meant to safeguard the testimony of God (Exodus 25:16, 22), yet the Law lay buried under years of dust and disrepair.

• God allowed His word to re-emerge precisely where worship was being renewed (2 Chronicles 34:8). The place of sacrifice becomes the place of revelation.

• The scene previews later moments when Scripture is read in sacred spaces—Ezra’s pulpit inNehemiah 8:1-3, or Jesus reading Isaiah in the synagogue (Luke 4:16-21).

And he gave it to Shaphan

Hilkiah does not keep the scroll to himself; he hands it to the messenger who can get it to the king.

• Scripture moves from priest to scribe to monarch to nation (2 Chronicles 34:16-19). God’s word is never meant to be hoarded; it travels.

• Shaphan reads it personally before bringing it to Josiah, modeling the pattern of hearing, understanding, then sharing (Romans 10:17;Acts 8:30-35).

• The physical transfer hints at the spiritual one: responsibility now rests on every listener to respond in obedience (James 1:22-25).

summary

2 Chronicles 34:15 records a turning point wrapped in a single sentence. A faithful priest, a diligent scribe, and a neglected scroll converge by God’s design. The Law once lost is rediscovered in the very house built to honor it, setting in motion a nationwide revival. The verse reminds every generation that when God’s word is uncovered and passed along, hearts and histories are changed.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

And Hilkiah
חִלְקִיָּ֗הוּ(ḥil·qî·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2518:Hilkiah -- 'my portion is Yah', the name of several Israelites

said to
וַיַּ֣עַן(way·ya·‘an)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6030:To answer, respond

Shaphan
שָׁפָ֣ן(šā·p̄ān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8227:A species of rockrabbit, the hyrax

the scribe,
הַסּוֹפֵ֔ר(has·sō·w·p̄êr)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5608:To count, recount, relate

“I have found
מָצָ֖אתִי(mā·ṣā·ṯî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 4672:To come forth to, appear, exist, to attain, find, acquire, to occur, meet, be present

the Book
סֵ֧פֶר(sê·p̄er)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 5612:A missive, document, writing, book

of the Law
הַתּוֹרָ֛ה(hat·tō·w·rāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8451:Direction, instruction, law

in the house
בְּבֵ֣ית(bə·ḇêṯ)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004:A house

of the LORD!”
יְהוָ֑ה(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

And he
חִלְקִיָּ֛הוּ(ḥil·qî·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2518:Hilkiah -- 'my portion is Yah', the name of several Israelites

gave
וַיִּתֵּ֧ן(way·yit·tên)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414:To give, put, set

[it]
הַסֵּ֖פֶר(has·sê·p̄er)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5612:A missive, document, writing, book

to
אֶל־(’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413:Near, with, among, to

Shaphan.
שָׁפָֽן׃(šā·p̄ān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8227:A species of rockrabbit, the hyrax

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OT History: 2 Chronicles 34:15 Hilkiah answered Shaphan the scribe I have (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr)