He hired also an hundred thousand mighty men of valour out of Israel for an hundred talents of silver.
He also hired 100,000 brave and skilled warriors from Israel for 100 talents of silver.
The writer is describing how King Amaziah paid a large sum of money to hire 100,000 skilled soldiers from Israel to strengthen his army.
📚 Historical Context
In the divided kingdom period of ancient Israel, around the 8th century BC, King Amaziah of Judah was preparing for a military campaign against the Edomites to reclaim territory and assert his rule. He hired 100,000 experienced warriors from the northern kingdom of Israel, paying them 100 talents of silver, which was a significant sum reflecting the economic and political realities of hiring mercenaries during times of conflict. This action occurred in a context of strained relations between Judah and Israel, highlighting how kings often sought human alliances despite God's warnings in Scripture.
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