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A Complex End
Matthew Henry's commentary presents Josiah's death as complex. On one hand, it was a personal rebuke for his rashness in acting without seeking God's counsel. On the other, it was a judgment on the unfaithful nation of Judah. This reminds believers that events can have multiple layers of divine purpose.
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2 Chronicles
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John Gill
On 2 Chronicles 35:27
17th Century
Pastor
(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 35:26)
Matthew Henry
On 2 Chronicles 35:20–27
17th Century
Minister
The Scripture does not condemn Josiah's conduct in opposing Pharaoh. Yet Josiah seems to deserve blame for not inquiring of the Lord after he was w…