2 Chronicles 32:28
New International Version
He also made buildings to store the harvest of grain, new wine and olive oil; and he made stalls for various kinds of cattle, and pens for the flocks.

New Living Translation
He also constructed many storehouses for his grain, new wine, and olive oil; and he made many stalls for his cattle and pens for his flocks of sheep and goats.

English Standard Version
storehouses also for the yield of grain, wine, and oil; and stalls for all kinds of cattle, and sheepfolds.

Berean Standard Bible
He also made storehouses for the harvest of grain and new wine and oil, stalls for all kinds of livestock, and pens for the flocks.

King James Bible
Storehouses also for the increase of corn, and wine, and oil; and stalls for all manner of beasts, and cotes for flocks.

New King James Version
storehouses for the harvest of grain, wine, and oil; and stalls for all kinds of livestock, and folds for flocks.

New American Standard Bible
also storehouses for the produce of grain, wine, and oil; stalls for all kinds of cattle, and sheepfolds for the flocks.

NASB 1995
storehouses also for the produce of grain, wine and oil, pens for all kinds of cattle and sheepfolds for the flocks.

NASB 1977
storehouses also for the produce of grain, wine and oil, pens for all kinds of cattle and sheepfolds for the flocks.

Legacy Standard Bible
storehouses also for the produce of grain, wine, and oil, stalls for all kinds of cattle, and sheepfolds for the flocks.

Amplified Bible
and storehouses for the produce of grain, new wine, and [olive] oil, and stalls for all kinds of cattle, and sheepfolds for the flocks.

Christian Standard Bible
He made warehouses for the harvest of grain, new wine, and fresh oil, and stalls for all kinds of cattle, and pens for flocks.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
He made warehouses for the harvest of grain, new wine, and oil, and stalls for all kinds of cattle, and pens for flocks.

American Standard Version
store-houses also for the increase of grain and new wine and oil; and stalls for all manner of beasts, and flocks in folds.

Contemporary English Version
Storehouses were also built for his supply of grain, wine, and olive oil; barns were built for his cattle, and pens were put up for his sheep.

English Revised Version
storehouses also for the increase of corn and wine and oil; and stalls for all manner of beasts, and flocks in folds.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He made sheds to store his harvests of grain, new wine, and fresh olive oil, and he made barns for all his cattle and stalls for his flocks.

Good News Translation
In addition, he had storehouses built for his grain, wine, and olive oil; barns for his cattle; and pens for his sheep.

International Standard Version
along with storage facilities for grain, wine, oil, stalls for all sorts of cattle, and sheepfolds for his flocks.

Majority Standard Bible
He also made storehouses for the harvest of grain and new wine and oil, stalls for all kinds of livestock, and pens for the flocks.

NET Bible
He made storerooms for the harvest of grain, wine, and olive oil, and stalls for all his various kinds of livestock and his flocks.

New Heart English Bible
storehouses also for the increase of grain and new wine and oil; and stalls for all kinds of animals, and flocks in folds.

Webster's Bible Translation
Store-houses also for the increase of corn, and wine, and oil; and stalls for all manner of beasts, and cotes for flocks.

World English Bible
also storehouses for the increase of grain, new wine, and oil; and stalls for all kinds of animals, and flocks in folds.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and storehouses for the increase of grain, and new wine, and oil, and stalls for all kinds of livestock, and herds for stalls;

Young's Literal Translation
and storehouses for the increase of corn, and new wine, and oil, and stalls for all kinds of cattle, and herds for stalls;

Smith's Literal Translation
And stores for produce of grain and new wine, and new oil, and stalls for all cattle, and cattle and flocks for the stalls.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Storehouses also of corn, of wine, and of oil, and stalls for all beasts, and folds for cattle.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and also repositories of grain, wine, and oil, and stalls for every beast of burden, and fencing for cattle.

New American Bible
also storehouses for the harvest of grain, for wine and oil, and barns for the various kinds of cattle and flocks.

New Revised Standard Version
storehouses also for the yield of grain, wine, and oil; and stalls for all kinds of cattle, and sheepfolds.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Storehouses also for the increase of grain and wine and oil; and stalls for all kinds of beasts;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And storehouses for crops of grain and of wine and oil and green vegetation for all the animals.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
store-houses also for the increase of corn, and wine, and oil; and stalls for all manner of beasts, and flocks in folds.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and cities for the produce of corn, and wine, and oil; and stalls and mangers for every kind of cattle, and folds for flocks;

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Hezekiah's Illness and Recovery
27Hezekiah had very great riches and honor, and he made treasuries for his silver, gold, precious stones, spices, shields, and all kinds of valuable articles. 28He also made storehouses for the harvest of grain and new wine and oil, stalls for all kinds of livestock, and pens for the flocks. 29He made cities for himself, and he acquired herds of sheep and cattle in abundance, for God gave him very great wealth.…

Cross References
Genesis 41:48-49
During those seven years, Joseph collected all the excess food in the land of Egypt and stored it in the cities. In every city he laid up the food from the fields around it. / So Joseph stored up grain in such abundance, like the sand of the sea, that he stopped keeping track of it; for it was beyond measure.

1 Kings 4:22-23
Solomon’s provisions for a single day were thirty cors of fine flour, sixty cors of meal, / ten fat oxen, twenty range oxen, and a hundred sheep, as well as deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened poultry.

1 Kings 10:26-27
Solomon accumulated 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem. / The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills.

1 Kings 9:19
as well as all the store cities that Solomon had for his chariots and horses—whatever he desired to build in Jerusalem, Lebanon, and throughout the land of his dominion.

2 Chronicles 9:25-27
Solomon had 4,000 stalls for horses and chariots, and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem. / He reigned over all the kings from the Euphrates to the land of the Philistines, as far as the border of Egypt. / The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills.

2 Chronicles 11:11-12
He strengthened their fortifications and put officers in them, with supplies of food, oil, and wine. / He also put shields and spears in all the cities and strengthened them greatly. So Judah and Benjamin belonged to him.

2 Chronicles 17:12-13
Jehoshaphat grew stronger and stronger, and he built fortresses and store cities in Judah / and kept vast supplies in the cities of Judah. He also had warriors in Jerusalem who were mighty men of valor.

2 Chronicles 26:10
Since he had much livestock in the foothills and in the plain, he built towers in the desert and dug many cisterns. And since he was a lover of the soil, he had farmers and vinedressers in the hill country and in the fertile fields.

Nehemiah 9:25
They captured fortified cities and fertile land and took houses full of all goods, wells already dug, vineyards, olive groves, and fruit trees in abundance. So they ate and were filled; they grew fat and delighted in Your great goodness.

Psalm 144:13-14
Our storehouses will be full, supplying all manner of produce; our flocks will bring forth thousands, tens of thousands in our fields. / Our oxen will bear great loads. There will be no breach in the walls, no going into captivity, and no cry of lament in our streets.

Proverbs 3:9-10
Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your crops; / then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine.

Isaiah 39:2
And Hezekiah welcomed the envoys gladly and showed them what was in his treasure house—the silver, the gold, the spices, and the precious oil, as well as his entire armory—all that was found in his storehouses. There was nothing in his palace or in all his dominion that Hezekiah did not show them.

Jeremiah 41:8
But ten of the men among them said to Ishmael, “Do not kill us, for we have hidden treasure in the field—wheat, barley, oil, and honey!” So he refrained from killing them with the others.

Ezekiel 27:17
Judah and the land of Israel traded with you; they exchanged wheat from Minnith, cakes and honey, oil and balm for your merchandise.

Matthew 6:19-21
Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. / But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. / For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.


Treasury of Scripture

Storehouses also for the increase of corn, and wine, and oil; and stalls for all manner of beasts, and cotes for flocks.

Storehouses

2 Chronicles 26:10
Also he built towers in the desert, and digged many wells: for he had much cattle, both in the low country, and in the plains: husbandmen also, and vine dressers in the mountains, and in Carmel: for he loved husbandry.

stalls

1 Kings 4:26
And Solomon had forty thousand stalls of horses for his chariots, and twelve thousand horsemen.

cotes

2 Samuel 7:8
Now therefore so shalt thou say unto my servant David, Thus saith the LORD of hosts, I took thee from the sheepcote, from following the sheep, to be ruler over my people, over Israel:

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2 Chronicles 32
1. Sennacherib invading Judah, Hezekiah fortifies himself, and encourages his people
9. Hezekiah and Isaiah pray against the blasphemies of Sennarchib
21. An angel destroys the host of the Assyrians
24. Hezekiah praying in his sickness, God gives him a sign of recovery
25. His proud heart is humbled by God
27. His wealth and works
31. His error in the ambassage of Babylon
32. He dying, Manasseh succeeds him














He also made storehouses for the harvest of grain and new wine and oil
This phrase highlights the importance of preparation and stewardship in ancient Israel. Storehouses were essential for preserving the harvest, ensuring food security during times of scarcity. Grain, new wine, and oil were staples in the diet and economy of Israel, symbolizing sustenance, joy, and anointing, respectively. The construction of storehouses reflects a period of prosperity and foresight under King Hezekiah's reign. Biblically, this mirrors Joseph's actions in Egypt (Genesis 41:48-49), where he stored grain during years of plenty to prepare for famine. Spiritually, it can be seen as a call to store up spiritual treasures (Matthew 6:19-21).

stalls for all kinds of livestock
Livestock was a sign of wealth and blessing in the ancient Near East. The mention of stalls indicates organized and systematic care for animals, which were vital for agriculture, transportation, and religious sacrifices. This reflects Hezekiah's commitment to maintaining and expanding the kingdom's resources. The care for livestock is reminiscent of the patriarchs, such as Abraham and Job, who were also blessed with abundant flocks and herds (Genesis 13:2, Job 1:3). It underscores the biblical principle of responsible stewardship over God's creation (Proverbs 27:23).

and pens for the flocks
Flocks, particularly sheep and goats, were central to the agrarian lifestyle of ancient Israel. Pens provided protection from predators and harsh weather, ensuring the well-being of the animals. This phrase suggests a well-organized and prosperous kingdom under Hezekiah's leadership. The imagery of shepherding is prevalent throughout Scripture, often used to describe God's care for His people (Psalm 23, John 10:11). It also foreshadows Christ as the Good Shepherd, who tends to His flock with diligence and love. The preparation of pens signifies the importance of safeguarding and nurturing what has been entrusted to one's care.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Hezekiah
The king of Judah during whose reign this verse is set. He is known for his faithfulness to God and his efforts to reform the religious practices of Judah.

2. Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, where Hezekiah reigned. It was a time of both spiritual revival and political challenges.

3. Storehouses
These were built by Hezekiah to store the abundance of resources, indicating a time of prosperity and wise management.

4. Grain, Wine, and Oil
These were essential commodities in ancient Israel, representing sustenance, celebration, and anointing.

5. Cattle and Flocks
Livestock was a sign of wealth and provision, crucial for the economy and daily life in Judah.
Teaching Points
Wise Stewardship
Hezekiah's actions demonstrate the importance of managing resources wisely. As Christians, we are called to be good stewards of what God has entrusted to us, whether it be time, talents, or treasures.

Preparation and Planning
The building of storehouses reflects the value of planning and preparing for the future. This principle can be applied to both physical and spiritual aspects of life.

Trust in God's Provision
While Hezekiah prepared for the future, his ultimate trust was in God's provision. We should also balance our efforts with faith in God's care and provision.

Community and Responsibility
The resources stored were not just for Hezekiah but for the community. This teaches us about the responsibility to care for others and share our blessings.

Spiritual Abundance
Just as Hezekiah stored physical resources, we should seek to store spiritual treasures, growing in faith, knowledge, and love.(28) storehouses also.--And magazines (2Chronicles 8:4; Exodus 1:11).

Stalls.--'Ur?woth (Syriac, '-rawotho). (Comp. -ryoth, 2Chronicles 9:25; and '?w?roth, "cotes," a word only found here.)

All manner of beasts.--Every kind of cattle.

Cotes for flocks.--Heb., and flocks for folds. The words appear to have been transposed by some copyist. (Comp. LXX., ??? ??????? ??? ?? ???????, "and folds for the flocks." So Vulg., "et caulas pecorum." Syriac omits.)

Verse 28. - Cotes for flocks should be tendered, conversely, flocks to the stalls, i.e. stalls full of flocks.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
He also made storehouses
וּמִ֨סְכְּנ֔וֹת (ū·mis·kə·nō·wṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 4543: Supply, storage

for the harvest
לִתְבוּאַ֥ת (liṯ·ḇū·’aṯ)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 8393: Product, revenue

of grain
דָּגָ֖ן (dā·ḡān)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1715: Corn, grain (of cereals)

and new wine
וְתִיר֣וֹשׁ (wə·ṯî·rō·wōš)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8492: Must, fresh grape-juice, fermented wine

and oil,
וְיִצְהָ֑ר (wə·yiṣ·hār)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3323: Oil, anointing

stalls
וְאֻֽרָוֺת֙ (wə·’u·rā·wōṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 723: A herding-place for, an animal

for all kinds
לְכָל־ (lə·ḵāl)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

of livestock,
בְּהֵמָ֣ה (bə·hê·māh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 929: A dumb beast, any large quadruped, animal

and pens
לָאֲוֵרֽוֹת׃ (lā·’ă·wê·rō·wṯ)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 220: A stall -- cote

for the flocks.
וַעֲדָרִ֖ים (wa·‘ă·ḏā·rîm)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5739: An arrangement, muster


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