2 Chronicles 26:22 (KJV)

What does 2 Chronicles 26:22 mean?

2 Chronicles 26:22 says that the rest of King Uzziah’s deeds, from the beginning to the end of his reign, were written down by Isaiah the prophet, who was the son of Amoz. This verse points readers to another written record for more details about Uzziah’s life.

The Chronicler is summarizing Uzziah’s story and letting readers know that Isaiah, a well-known prophet, documented Uzziah’s reign. This helps show that the account is trustworthy and that more information can be found in Isaiah’s writings. The verse comes near the end of Uzziah’s story, just before his death is recorded.

The Hebrew behind 2 Chronicles 26:22

• "rest" (יֶתֶר, yether): This word means “the remainder” or “what is left.” Here, it refers to all the other events in Uzziah’s life not detailed in this chapter.
• "acts" (דָּבָר, davar): Often means “words” or “matters,” but here it refers to Uzziah’s deeds or actions. It emphasizes that the record includes both what Uzziah did and what happened during his reign.
• "write" (כָּתַב, kathav): This verb means “to write.” It shows that Isaiah made a written record, not just an oral tradition, giving weight to the historical account.

Why 2 Chronicles 26:22 matters

• This verse clarifies that the biblical account is not the only source for Uzziah’s reign; Isaiah’s writings also serve as a historical record, which adds credibility and invites readers to seek more information.
• By naming Isaiah the prophet, the Chronicler connects the story of Uzziah to the larger prophetic tradition in Israel, showing that kings and prophets were closely linked in the nation’s history.
• The mention of “first and last” highlights that Isaiah’s account was thorough, covering the entire span of Uzziah’s life, not just selected events.