2 Chronicles 25:10 Meaning and Explanation
“Then Amaziah separated them, to wit, the army that was come to him out of Ephraim, to go home again: wherefore their anger was greatly kindled against Judah, and they returned home in great anger.”
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Read Full Chapter →Amaziah sent the Israelite soldiers home, and they left angry, bearing a grudge against Judah.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 25:10
The consequences of obedience: creating enemies through rejection.
What Does 2 Chronicles 25:10 Mean?
Following the prophet's command, Amaziah made the difficult choice to disband the Ephraimite troops. These hired warriors, who expected to share in plunder and glory, were instead sent home without participating in battle.
Their anger at Judah was immediate and intense. Humiliated and unpaid for the campaign they would not fight, these soldiers nursed a deep resentment as they returned northward—a resentment that would soon bear bitter fruit.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 25:10
What does 2 Chronicles 25:10 mean?
Amaziah sent the Israelite soldiers home, and they left angry, bearing a grudge against Judah.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 25:10?
The consequences of obedience: creating enemies through rejection.