2 Chronicles 11:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Adoraim, and Lachish, and Azekah,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And Adoraim, and Lachish, and Azekah,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse lists three of the fortified cities that King Rehoboam built to strengthen and defend his kingdom of Judah.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of a passage in 2 Chronicles where King Rehoboam of Judah fortified several cities to strengthen his kingdom after the nation of Israel split into two following Solomon's death. It lists specific cities like Adoraim, Lachish, and Azekah, which were key defensive locations in Judah to protect against potential attacks from the northern kingdom. This occurred during a period of political tension and division in ancient Israel around the 10th century BC.

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