And he did that which was right in the sight of the LORD, according to all that his father Amaziah did.

2 CHRONICLES 26:4KJV
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2 Chronicles 26:4 (KJV)

What does 2 Chronicles 26:4 mean?

2 Chronicles 26:4 says that King Uzziah did what was right in God’s eyes, following the example set by his father Amaziah. The verse highlights Uzziah’s faithfulness to God at the start of his reign, measuring his actions by how God would see them.

This verse is part of a summary about Uzziah, who became king of Judah after his father Amaziah. The writer is describing Uzziah’s character and choices, showing that he continued the pattern of his father by acting in ways that pleased God. The focus is on Uzziah’s early commitment to doing what God considered right, which sets the stage for the rest of his story.

The Hebrew behind 2 Chronicles 26:4

  • “Did” (עָשָׂה, ʿasah) means to do, make, or act. This word points to Uzziah’s actions, not just his intentions or beliefs.
  • “Right” (יָשָׁר, yashar) means straight, upright, or right. In this context, it refers to living in a way that aligns with God’s standards.
  • “Sight” (עַיִן, ʿayin) literally means “eye.” The phrase “in the sight of the LORD” means as God sees things, not just as people might judge.
  • “LORD” (יְהוָה, YHWH) is the personal name for the God of Israel, emphasizing that Uzziah’s actions are measured by God’s standards, not human ones.

Why 2 Chronicles 26:4 matters

  • This verse clarifies that Uzziah’s reign began with faithfulness, which is important because later in his life, he made serious mistakes. The verse helps the reader see the contrast between his early and later years.
  • By mentioning Amaziah, the verse connects Uzziah’s actions to his family history, showing how leadership patterns can be passed down.
  • The focus on God’s perspective (“in the sight of the LORD”) reminds readers that true rightness is defined by God, not by popular opinion or tradition.

Where else these words appear

“Amaziah” Hebrew H558 · used in 39 verses

  • 2 Kings 12:21 For Jozachar the son of Shimeath, and Jehozabad the son of Shomer, his servants, smote him, and he died; and they buried him with his fathers in the city of David: and Amaziah his son reigned in his stead.
  • 2 Kings 15:1 In the twenty and seventh year of Jeroboam king of Israel began Azariah son of Amaziah king of Judah to reign.
  • 2 Chronicles 25:15 Wherefore the anger of the LORD was kindled against Amaziah, and he sent unto him a prophet, which said unto him, Why hast thou sought after the gods of the people, which could not deliver their own people out of thine hand?

“right” Hebrew H3477 · used in 119 verses

  • Exodus 15:26 And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I am the LORD that healeth thee.
  • 2 Chronicles 29:2 And he did that which was right in the sight of the LORD, according to all that David his father had done.
  • Proverbs 2:7 He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly.