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Go you, inquire of Yahweh for me, and for the people, and for all Judah, concerning the words of this book that is found; for great is the wrath of Yahweh that is kindled against us, because our fathers have not listened to the words of this book, to do according to all that which is written concerning us.
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Responding to God's Word
When confronted with the rediscovered Law, King Josiah didn't just read it; he immediately sought divine guidance. Commentators explain that "inquiring of the Lord" in this context meant consulting a prophet. This demonstrates a crucial step for believers: when God's Word convicts us, we should actively seek wisdom and understanding on how to respond.
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2 Kings
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 22:13
18th Century
Theologian
Enquire of the Lord - As inquiry by Urim and Thummim had ceased—apparently because it was superseded by prophecy—this order was equivalent t…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 22:13
19th Century
Bishop
Enquire of the Lord. —Or, seek you Jehovah. Josiah wished to know whether any hope remained for himself and his …
John Gill
On 2 Kings 22:13
17th Century
Pastor
Go you, inquire of the Lord
Of some of his prophets, as Jeremiah, who began to prophesy in the thirteenth year of Jo…
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 22:11–20
17th Century
Minister
The book of the law is read before the king. Those best honor their Bibles who study them, daily feed on that bread, and walk by that light. Convic…