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The Ammonites gave tribute to Uzziah: and his name spread abroad even to the entrance of Egypt; for he grew exceeding strong.

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Blessing Follows Faithfulness

Commentators like Matthew Henry emphasize a core principle from Uzziah's life: his extraordinary strength and fame were a direct result of God's blessing. The verse notes he 'waxed exceeding strong,' and commentators connect this prosperity directly to his earlier commitment to seek the Lord. This serves as a powerful reminder that true and lasting success is a gift from God, often linked to our faithfulness.

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2 Chronicles

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Charles Ellicott

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

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 26:8

17th Century

Pastor

And the Ammonites gave gifts to Uzziah
As tributaries to him, or; however, as desirous to live in friendship with hi…

Matthew Henry

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…