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Empowered by the Spirit
Commentators explain that the phrase "the Spirit of God came upon" signifies a powerful, divine inspiration. This was not Azariah's own idea or opinion, but a direct message from God that he was compelled and equipped to deliver with authority.
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2 Chronicles
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Chronicles 15:1
18th Century
Theologian
Some identify Oded with Iddo, who was the prophet and historian of the two preceding reigns. In Hebrew, the two names differ very slightly.
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Chronicles 15:1
19th Century
Bishop
ASA’S REFORMATION OF RELIGION.
(a) ADDRESS OF THE PROPHET AZARIAH BEN ODED ([Reference 2 Chronicl…
John Gill
On 2 Chronicles 15:1
17th Century
Pastor
And the Spirit of God came upon Azariah the son of Oded
The same with Iddo, as Hillerus F8 thinks; and so…
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Chronicles 15:1–19
17th Century
Minister
The work of complete reformation appeared so difficult that Asa did not have the courage to attempt it until he was assured of Divine assistance an…