What is the meaning of 2 Kings 15:6? As for the rest of the acts of Azariah Azariah—better known by his throne name, Uzziah (2 Chronicles 26:1)—reigned for fifty-two years in Jerusalem (2 Kings 15:2). That single statement invites us to remember: • A reign that long is rare in the books of Kings, suggesting God’s favor on Judah during a politically unstable era (cf. 2 Kings 14:23). • His “acts” include a mixture of military successes, economic growth, and spiritual missteps. 2 Chronicles 26:6-15 fills in the details: fortified cities, a well-equipped army, and inventive defenses. • Yet even the best résumé can be overshadowed by a proud heart; 2 Chronicles 26:16 tells how Azariah’s arrogance in the temple led to leprosy and lifelong isolation (2 Kings 15:5). along with all his accomplishments The Holy Spirit highlights that what we see in Kings is only the headline version. Behind the scenes: • Agricultural expansion—“he loved the soil” (2 Chronicles 26:10). • Technological innovation—machines for shooting arrows and hurling stones (26:15). • International influence—his fame “spread all the way to the border of Egypt” (26:8). These accomplishments remind us that God equips His servants with creativity and skill, yet calls them to humble obedience (Proverbs 22:4; James 4:6). are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Judah? This recurring phrase in Kings (cf. 1 Kings 14:29; 2 Kings 20:20) does two things: • It reassures us that Scripture stands on a solid historical foundation. The inspired writer confidently points to public records available to his first readers. • It underscores selectivity. God has given us everything we need for life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3), but not every possible detail. What is preserved in Scripture is precisely what the Lord deems essential for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness (2 Timothy 3:16-17). summary 2 Kings 15:6 briefly pauses the narrative to remind us that Azariah’s life was far fuller than the compressed account offers. His long reign testifies to God’s blessing, his achievements display God-given abilities, and his recorded story—though incomplete in Kings—stands on verifiable history. Above all, the verse invites us to trust that the Lord has given us exactly the portion of Azariah’s life that serves His redemptive purposes and our growth in faith today. |
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