2-chronicles 17:5
Translations
King James Version (KJV)
Therefore the LORD established the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought to Jehoshaphat presents; and he had riches and honor in abundance.
American King James Version (AKJV)
Therefore the LORD established the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought to Jehoshaphat presents; and he had riches and honor in abundance.
American Standard Version (ASV)
Therefore Jehovah established the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought to Jehoshaphat tribute; and he had riches and honor in abundance.
Basic English Translation (BBE)
So the Lord made his kingdom strong; and all Judah gave offerings to Jehoshaphat, and he had great wealth and honour.
Webster's Revision
Therefore the LORD established the kingdom in his hand: and all Judah brought to Jehoshaphat presents; and he had riches and honor in abundance.
World English Bible
Therefore Yahweh established the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought to Jehoshaphat tribute; and he had riches and honor in abundance.
English Revised Version (ERV)
Therefore the LORD stablished the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought to Jehoshaphat presents; and he had riches and honour in abundance.
Barnes's 2-chronicles 17:5 Bible Commentary
Presents - i. e. "free-will offerings," in addition to the regular taxes. See 1 Samuel 10:27.
Wesley's 2-chronicles 17:5 Bible Commentary
17:5 Brought presents - As subjects in those times used to do to their kings, as a token of their respect and subjection to them.
