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Now the destruction of Ahaziah was of God, in that he went to Joram: for when he was come, he went out with Jehoram against Jehu the son of Nimshi, whom Yahweh had anointed to cut off the house of Ahab.
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God's Sovereign Providence
All the commentators agree that the verse's explicit statement, "the destruction of Ahaziah was of God," highlights divine sovereignty. Scholars explain this was not a random tragedy but an event orchestrated by God's providence. The timing of Ahaziah's visit to Joram, coinciding perfectly with Jehu's rebellion, is presented as clear evidence of God's overruling plan to execute His judgment.
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2 Chronicles
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The destruction of Ahaziah was of God - that is, his untimely end was a judgment upon him for his idolatry.
19th Century
Anglican
And the destruction of Ahaziah was of God. — Literally, And from God came the downtreading of Ahaziah, so that he wen…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the destruction of Ahaziah was of God by coming to Joram , &c.] Of his appointing; it was according to his purpo…
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The counsel of the ungodly ruins many young persons when they are setting out in the world. Ahaziah gave himself up to be led by evil men. Those wh…
