And these are the numbers of them according to the house of their fathers: Of Judah, the captains of thousands; Adnah the chief, and with him mighty men of valour three hundred thousand.
Here are the numbers of soldiers organized by their family groups: From the tribe of Judah, the commanders of thousands included Adnah as the chief commander, and he led three hundred thousand brave and skilled warriors.
This verse is listing the military organization of King Jehoshaphat's army, showing that Adnah commanded 300,000 courageous soldiers from the tribe of Judah.
📚 Historical Context
During the reign of King Jehoshaphat in the 9th century BC, Judah was undergoing a time of spiritual renewal and military strengthening as the king sought to honor God and defend his people from surrounding threats. This verse is part of a detailed account in 2 Chronicles that lists the organized forces of Judah, including Adnah as a chief commander with 300,000 valiant men, to demonstrate the nation's readiness and God's favor on faithful leadership. It reflects the broader biblical narrative of how obedience to God led to prosperity and protection for the kingdom.
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