5 pairs
2 Chronicles 31:1 describes the destruction of idols and high places by the people of Judah, which parallels the reforms initiated by King Hezekiah in 2 Kings 18:4, where he removed high places, broke the pillars, and cut down the Asherah.
Thematic focusIdolatry, Reform, Obedience to God.
2 Chronicles 31:4 commands the people to give portions to the priests and Levites, echoing the instructions in Numbers 18:21 where the Levites are given tithes as their inheritance for their service in the tent of meeting.
Thematic focusProvision for Priests, Tithing, Worship.
2 Chronicles 31:5 describes the people bringing in the firstfruits and tithes abundantly, which is similar to the exhortation in Malachi 3:10 to bring the full tithe into the storehouse, promising blessings from God.
Thematic focusTithing, Blessing, Faithfulness.
2 Chronicles 31:10 highlights the abundance of offerings and the resulting blessings, which aligns with Proverbs 3:9-10 that promises plenty and abundance when honoring the Lord with one's wealth and firstfruits.
Thematic focusAbundance, Honor, God's Provision.
2 Chronicles 31:20-21 describes Hezekiah's faithfulness and success in all his works for the Lord, which is mirrored in 2 Kings 18:5-6, where Hezekiah is noted for his trust in the Lord and adherence to His commandments.
Thematic focusFaithfulness, Success, Trust in God.