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He brought into the house of God the things that his father had dedicated, and that he himself had dedicated, silver, and gold, and vessels.

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Dedication from Victory

Commentators explain that the treasures Asa brought into the temple were spoils from significant, God-given victories. The items from his father, Abijah, and his own dedicated items came from military triumphs. This act publicly acknowledged that God was the source of their success and was an act of gratitude for His deliverance.

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2 Chronicles

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 15:18

19th Century

Bishop

And he brought into the house of God. —The verse is identical with 1 Kings 15:15, substituting God f…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 15:18

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 15:16).

Matthew Henry

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…