And he made in Jerusalem engines, invented by cunning men, to be on the towers and upon the bulwarks, to shoot arrows and great stones withal. And his name spread far abroad; for he was marvellously helped, till he was strong.
In Jerusalem, he built war machines designed by skilled engineers to be placed on the towers and walls, capable of shooting arrows and large stones. His reputation spread to distant lands because God helped him in amazing ways, until he became very powerful.
This verse describes how King Uzziah became famous and powerful through God's help, using advanced military technology and fortifications to strengthen Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
This verse refers to King Uzziah (also called Azariah) of Judah, who ruled from about 792-740 BC during a time of relative peace and prosperity. He was known for his military innovations and building projects that strengthened Jerusalem's defenses. Archaeological evidence suggests that siege engines and advanced fortification systems were indeed developing during this period in the ancient Near East.
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