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2 Kings 14:10

King James Version (KJV)

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2 Kings 14:10

Verse 10 of 29

Scripture focus

Thou hast indeed smitten Edom, and thine heart hath lifted thee up: glory [of this], and tarry at home: for why shouldest thou meddle to [thy] hurt, that thou shouldest fall, [even] thou, and Judah with thee?

2 Kings 14:10 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 2 Kings 14:10

Theological / Devotional

Lifted thee up. Jehoash was here calling attention to the real facts in the matter. Amaziah’s victory over Edom had gone to his head. Having been successful in his war against Edom without the assistance of the forces of Israel, Amaziah felt he could easily humble Jehoash.

Why shouldest thou meddle? Men’s troubles are often of their own making. There was no reason for Judah now to engage in war with Israel. Jehoash did well not to take up the challenge and to warn Amaziah that he was courting trouble for himself and his nation.

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