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Then king Asa made a proclamation to all Judah; none was exempted: and they carried away the stones of Ramah, and the timber of it, with which Baasha had built; and king Asa built therewith Geba of Benjamin, and Mizpah.

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Turning Threats into Fortresses

Commentators explain that Asa didn't just dismantle the enemy fortress; he strategically repurposed the materials. He built two new fortifications, Geba and Mizpah, in stronger, more advantageous locations further north. This shows wise leadership that turns a direct threat into an opportunity to strengthen the kingdom's long-term security.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 1 Kings 15:22

18th Century

Theologian

Geba, situated opposite Michmash (1 Samuel 14:5), is almost certainly “Jeba,” which stands picturesquely on the top of its steep, terra…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Kings 15:22

19th Century

Bishop

Throughout all Judah. —Asa was not content to destroy or occupy the hostile fortress, but pushed his own fortifications further on…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Kings 15:22

17th Century

Pastor

Then King Asa made a proclamation throughout all Judah
Summoned men of all sorts, ranks, and degrees:

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Kings 15:9–24

17th Century

Minister

Asa did what was right in the eyes of the Lord. That is right indeed which is right in God's eyes. Asa's times were times of reformation. He remove…