And he built fenced cities in Judah: for the land had rest, and he had no war in those years; because the LORD had given him rest.
He built fortified cities in Judah because the land was at peace, and he had no wars during those years, since the LORD had given him rest.
This verse shows that God blessed King Asa with a time of peace, allowing him to strengthen his kingdom by building fortified cities instead of fighting wars.
📚 Historical Context
This refers to King Asa of Judah (around 910-870 BC), who ruled during a period of relative peace after removing idols and calling his people back to worshiping God. The 'fenced cities' were fortified towns with walls and defenses that could protect the people during times of conflict. This peaceful period allowed Asa to focus on building infrastructure and strengthening his kingdom rather than constantly defending against enemies.
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