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A Biblical Historian's Note
Commentators observe that this verse is a standard formula used by the author of Kings to conclude a king's reign. It shows the biblical writer was acting as a historian, referencing official state records—in this case, "the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel," which is a separate source from the biblical book of Chronicles.
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18th Century
Theologian
According to the ordinary principles of historical composition, these verses should form the closing paragraph of this chapter.
19th Century
Bishop
And the rest. —This is repeated, 2 Kings 14:15–16.
Wherewith he fought. —Or,…
19th Century
Preacher
Now, here is a story about this Joash that has been preserved for us.
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17th Century
Pastor
And the rest of the acts of Joash, and all that he did
Though none of his acts as yet are recorded, but his sinful o…
17th Century
Minister
Jehoash, the king, came to Elisha to receive his dying counsel and blessing. It can be of great benefit to our spiritual lives to visit the sickbed…