2 Chronicles 24:2 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Joash did that which was right in the sight of the LORD all the days of Jehoiada the priest.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And Joash did what was right in the LORD's eyes for as long as Jehoiada the priest was alive.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

King Joash followed God and did what was right, but only while his mentor priest Jehoiada was still around to guide him.

📚 Historical Context

Joash became king of Judah at age seven after his evil grandmother Athaliah was overthrown. Jehoiada the priest had rescued young Joash as a baby, raised him, and served as his wise counselor throughout his early reign. This verse hints at what would later happen - when Jehoiada died, Joash would turn away from God and make terrible decisions.

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