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and next to him Amasiah the son of Zichri, who willingly offered himself to Yahweh; and with him two hundred thousand mighty men of valor.

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The Heart of Willing Service

Commentators emphasize the unique description of Amasiah as one who "willingly offered himself unto Jehovah." This phrase, echoed in passages like Judges 5, points to a special act of voluntary consecration. Scholars suggest this could have meant he served without pay or made a significant financial offering, modeling a service that stems from a devoted heart rather than mere obligation.

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2 Chronicles

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 17:16

19th Century

Bishop

Amasiah.Iah carrieth (Isaiah 40:11); different from Amaziah (Iah is strong).

Who wi…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 17:16

17th Century

Pastor

And next him was Amasiah the son of Zichri
He encamped next to him, as the Targum:

who willingly …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 17:1–19

17th Century

Minister

Jehoshaphat found his people generally very ignorant, and therefore endeavoured to have them well taught. The public teaching of the word of God fo…