2 Chronicles 25:13 Meaning and Explanation
“But the soldiers of the army which Amaziah sent back, that they should not go with him to battle, fell upon the cities of Judah, from Samaria even unto Bethhoron, and smote three thousand of them, and took much spoil.”
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Read Full Chapter →The rejected Israelite soldiers raided Judah's cities from Samaria to Bethhoron, killing 3,000 and plundering.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 25:13
The human cost of obedience to God's command.
What Does 2 Chronicles 25:13 Mean?
The dismissed Ephraimite troops, now burning with anger at their rejection, turned their military might against Judah itself. They struck swiftly at multiple cities, moving from Samaria in the north to Bethhoron to the southwest.
In these raids, they killed 3,000 of Judah's people and seized much plunder. The rejected mercenaries had become enemies, and Judah's cities and civilians paid the price for Amaziah's obedience to God.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 25:13
What does 2 Chronicles 25:13 mean?
The rejected Israelite soldiers raided Judah's cities from Samaria to Bethhoron, killing 3,000 and plundering.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 25:13?
The human cost of obedience to God's command.