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A Fully Equipped Force
Commentators note that Uzziah's provision of weapons was comprehensive and strategic. He supplied both defensive gear (shields, helmets, coats of mail) and offensive weapons (spears, bows, slings). This detailed list shows a well-organized military with distinct roles for heavy-armed and light-armed soldiers, reflecting a kingdom at the height of its power and preparedness.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Chronicles 26:14
18th Century
Theologian
The sling was used in war by the Assyrians, the Egyptians, the Persians, the Greeks, Romans, and others. Its use by the Benjamites is shown in Judg…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Chronicles 26:6–15
19th Century
Bishop
UZZIAH’S CAMPAIGNS, PUBLIC WORKS, AND MILITARY STRENGTH
(2 Chronicles 26:6–15).
This section is peculiar t…
John Gill
On 2 Chronicles 26:14
17th Century
Pastor
And Uzziah prepared for them throughout all the host
For every soldier in the army:
shields and s…
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Chronicles 26:1–15
17th Century
Minister
As long as Uzziah sought the Lord and was devoted to religion, God made him prosper. Only those prosper whom God makes to prosper, for prosperity i…