And he had much business in the cities of Judah: and the men of war, mighty men of valour, were in Jerusalem.
He had many projects and activities going on throughout the cities of Judah, and he kept his brave, skilled warriors stationed in Jerusalem.
The writer is describing how King Jehoshaphat was actively managing his kingdom with various projects while maintaining strong military protection in his capital city.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes King Jehoshaphat's reign over Judah (around 873-848 BC), a time of relative peace and prosperity. Jehoshaphat was known as a reforming king who strengthened both the spiritual and military aspects of his kingdom. He strategically placed his best soldiers in Jerusalem to protect the capital while engaging in building projects and administrative work throughout his territory.
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