Moreover Uzziah had an host of fighting men, that went out to war by bands, according to the number of their account by the hand of Jeiel the scribe and Maaseiah the ruler, under the hand of Hananiah, one of the king’s captains.
King Uzziah also had an army of soldiers who went out to battle in organized groups. They were counted and organized by Jeiel the secretary and Maaseiah the officer, who served under Hananiah, one of the king's military commanders.
This verse shows that King Uzziah had a well-organized military with proper leadership and record-keeping for his fighting forces.
📚 Historical Context
During the reign of King Uzziah of Judah in the 8th century BC, the kingdom enjoyed a period of military strength and expansion as he fortified cities and organized his forces effectively. This verse highlights the administrative details of his army, showing how it was carefully counted and managed by officials like Jeiel the scribe, Maaseiah the ruler, and Hananiah the captain, reflecting the importance of structured leadership in ancient warfare. Uzziah's successes in these areas demonstrated his role in strengthening Judah against external threats.
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