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A Leader's Impact
Commentators unanimously agree that God "brought Judah low" specifically because of King Ahaz's actions. His personal idolatry and unfaithfulness led the entire nation astray, demonstrating the profound spiritual influence a leader has on their people. As Matthew Henry notes, God justly humbles those who refuse to follow His word.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Chronicles 28:19
18th Century
Theologian
Ahaz king of Israel - This is an instance of the lax use of the word “Israel” (2 Chronicles 12:6; 2 Chronicles 21:2)…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Chronicles 28:19
19th Century
Bishop
Ahaz king of Israel.—Most commentators see an irony in this expression. But, as has been stated before, the southern kingdom w…
Charles Spurgeon
On 2 Chronicles 28:18–20
19th Century
Preacher
Had invaded the cities of the low country, and of the south of Judah, and had taken Bethshemesh, and Ajalon, and Gederoth, and Shocho with the …
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John Gill
On 2 Chronicles 28:19
17th Century
Pastor
For the Lord brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel ,
&c.] Because of his impieties and idolatries, which …
Matthew Henry
On 2 Chronicles 28:1–27
17th Century
Minister
Israel gained this victory because God was wrathful with Judah and made Israel His rod of indignation. He reminds them of their own sins. It is unb…