2 Chronicles 25:20 Meaning and Explanation
“But Amaziah would not hear; for it came of God, that he might deliver them into the hand of their enemies, because they sought after the gods of Edom.”
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Read Full Chapter →Amaziah ignored the warning; God permitted his defeat to punish Judah's idolatry.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 25:20
God's permission of Amaziah's defeat as judgment for idolatry.
What Does 2 Chronicles 25:20 Mean?
Amaziah refused to listen to Joash's counsel or to recognize the danger of his position. His refusal to hear was allowed by God as part of a larger divine purpose and judgment.
God's hand was in Amaziah's determination to fight. Because Judah had turned to the gods of Edom, God permitted them to be delivered into the hand of their enemies. Defeat would be the consequence of their spiritual rebellion.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 25:20
What does 2 Chronicles 25:20 mean?
Amaziah ignored the warning; God permitted his defeat to punish Judah's idolatry.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 25:20?
God's permission of Amaziah's defeat as judgment for idolatry.