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He killed of Edom in the Valley of Salt ten thousand, and took Sela by war, and called the name of it Joktheel, to this day.
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A Victory Named for God
After defeating Edom and capturing their capital, Sela (the famous rock-city of Petra), King Amaziah renamed it "Joktheel." Commentators explain this name means "subdued by God" or "the obedience of God." This act shows that Amaziah initially gave God full credit for his military success, publicly acknowledging that the victory was a divine gift.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Amaziah’s war with Edom is described in detail by the writer of Chronicles.
The “Valley of Salt” is usually identified with the broad, open …
19th Century
Anglican
He slew. —Rather, it was he who smote.
The valley of salt. —Compare to 2 Samuel 8:13.…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
He slew of Edom in the valley of Salt ten thousand Of which valley, (See Gill on 2 Samuel 8:13)…
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