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A Royal Introduction
The verse provides standard biographical details for a king: his age at ascension (35), the length of his reign (25 years), and his mother's name. Commentator John Gill notes this establishes his lifespan at 60 years. This formulaic opening sets the stage for the summary of his reign that follows.
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John Gill
On 1 Kings 22:42
17th Century
Pastor
Jehoshaphat was thirty five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and five years in Jerusal…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 22:41–50
17th Century
Minister
Jehoshaphat's reign appears to have been one of the best, both as to piety and prosperity. He pleased God, and God blessed him.