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Amaziah took courage, and led forth his people, and went to the Valley of Salt, and struck of the children of Seir ten thousand.
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Courage from Obedience
Commentators note that Amaziah's courage was not self-generated but was a direct result of his obedience to God's prophet. By trusting God and dismissing the hired army, he was 'strengthened' for the battle. This demonstrates that true courage often flows from a heart that first chooses to obey God, even when it seems costly.
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2 Chronicles
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The children of Seir - that is, the Edomites.
19th Century
Anglican
And Amaziah strengthened himself. — He showed himself strong or courageous, took courage; as the prophet had ins…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Amaziah strengthened himself, and led forth his people , &c.] To go to war with the Edomites; not discouraged by…
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