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A Renewed Place for Prayer
Commentators note that Jehoshaphat stood "before the new court." While the exact court is debated, scholars agree this likely refers to a part of the temple that had been recently renovated, possibly by Jehoshaphat's father, Asa. This physical renewal of the worship space provides a fitting backdrop for the nation's spiritual renewal in turning to God in a time of crisis.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Chronicles 20:5
18th Century
Theologian
The new court - In Solomon’s Temple there were two courts. One of these had probably been renovated by Jehoshaphat or by his father, Asa ([R…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Chronicles 20:5
19th Century
Bishop
And Jehoshaphat stood. — Compare to 2 Chronicles 6:12–13.
Judah and Jerusalem. — So [Reference 2 Chronicles 20…
Charles Spurgeon
On 2 Chronicles 20:5–12
19th Century
Preacher
What a prayer it is! How argumentative! How it pleads his case as an advocate in a court of law, appealing to the mercy of God as logically as if i…
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John Gill
On 2 Chronicles 20:5
17th Century
Pastor
And Jehoshaphat stood in the congregation of Judah and Jerusalem, in the house of the Lord
In the temple, in the c…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Chronicles 20:1–13
17th Century
Minister
In all dangers, public or personal, our first task should be to seek help from God. This is why days for national fasting and prayer are advantageo…