Charles Ellicott Commentary 2 Chronicles 26:8

"And the Ammonites gave tribute to Uzziah: and his name spread abroad even to the entrance of Egypt; for he waxed exceeding strong." — 2 Chronicles 26:8 (ASV)

The Ammonites. —Old enemies of Judab (2 Chronicles 20:1).

Gave gifts. — Paid tribute. Literally, gave a present, or offering (min c hâh) .

His name spread abroad even to the entering in of Egypt. —See margin. His name and influence, like Solomon’s, extended to the Egyptian border.

He strengthened himself exceedingly. — He showed strength, prevailed, made head (Daniel 11:7; Daniel 11:32).

Exceedingly. —See the Notes on 1 Chronicles 14:2; 1 Chronicles 29:25. Syriac, “because he made much war.”