2 Chronicles 14:15 Meaning and Explanation
“They smote also the tents of cattle, and carried away sheep and camels in abundance, and returned to Jerusalem.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Asa's forces seize livestock and return to Jerusalem with their spoils.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 14:15
The conclusion of the campaign with return to Jerusalem and livestock plunder.
What Does 2 Chronicles 14:15 Mean?
The final phase of the campaign targets pastoral wealth. Asa's army destroys the tents (temporary structures and settlements) of herders and captures enormous quantities of livestock—sheep and camels—which are both valuable and essential to ancient economy. The phrase 'in abundance' emphasizes the scale of acquisition. This pastoral wealth will enrich Judah and its people.
The campaign concludes with a return to Jerusalem, the capital, bringing with them all the spoils of war. Asa's reign, which began with spiritual reform and peace, has now been tested by military crisis and vindicated through divine victory. The people return home with tangible evidence of God's favor: military victory, captured cities, and material wealth.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 14:15
What does 2 Chronicles 14:15 mean?
Asa's forces seize livestock and return to Jerusalem with their spoils.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 14:15?
The conclusion of the campaign with return to Jerusalem and livestock plunder.