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Now therefore, behold, Yahweh has put a lying spirit in the mouth of these your prophets; and Yahweh has spoken evil concerning you.
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God's Sovereign Judgment
Commentators view this story as a powerful illustration of God's sovereignty. Despite Ahab's disguise and armor, he was killed, while Jehoshaphat was kept safe. This highlights that God ultimately protects whom He will protect and brings judgment on those He has decreed against, showing that no human scheme can thwart His divine plan.
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2 Chronicles
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19th Century
Anglican
Now therefore. — And now.
Of these. — Kings, of all these. So some Hebrew manuscripts, Vu…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 18:2).
Presbyterian
This history we read in 1 Kings 22. Abundant riches and honor give large opportunities of doing good, but they are attended with many snares and te…
