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A King's Military Success
Commentators note that Jeroboam II's reign was marked by significant military success, including the recovery of Damascus and Hamath. This restored Israel's territory to a size not seen since the days of Solomon. Some scholars suggest this success was partly due to Assyria weakening Israel's enemies, showing how God can use even pagan empires to fulfill His purposes for His people.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 14:28
18th Century
Theologian
He recovered Damascus - Jeroboam probably gained certain advantages over Benhadad, which induced the latter to submit and consent to terms l…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 14:28
19th Century
Bishop
How he recovered Damascus, and Hamath. —Jeroboam II was probably contemporary with Rammân-nirâri, king of Assyria (B.C. 812–783). …
John Gill
On 2 Kings 14:28
17th Century
Pastor
Now the rest of the acts of Jeroboam, and all that he did, and
his might, how he warred
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 14:23–29
17th Century
Minister
God raised up the prophet Jonah, and by him declared the purposes of His favor to Israel. It is a sign that God has not cast off His people if He c…