2Ch 30:1-4 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for 2Chr 30:1-27: 30:1-27 This account of Hezekiah’s celebration of Passover reflects the Chronicler’s concern with the unity of Israel, the spiritual preparedness of the people, and the success of following the formula for restoration given by Solomon at the dedication of the Temple (7:14 ).

a30:1-27►

c30:2-3►

dNum 9:9-11►

‏ 2 Chronicles 30:1-4

Summary for 2Chr 30:1-27: 30:1-27 ^a This account of Hezekiah’s celebration of Passover reflects the Chronicler’s concern with the unity of Israel, the spiritual preparedness of the people, and the success of following the formula for restoration given by Solomon at the dedication of the Temple (7:14 ^b).
Summary for 2Chr 30:2-3: 30:2-3 ^c a month later than usual: The law made provision for the delayed observance of the Passover if an individual inadvertently was ceremonially unclean or was away on a long journey (Num 9:9-11 ^d); Hezekiah’s Passover followed the spirit if not the letter of those provisions. The delayed Passover provided opportunity for national unity and spiritual renewal.