For the LORD brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he made Judah naked, and transgressed sore against the LORD.
The LORD humbled Judah because of King Ahaz of Israel. Ahaz had left Judah defenseless and committed serious sins against the LORD.
This verse explains that God allowed Judah to be defeated and weakened because their king Ahaz had abandoned God and led the nation into serious sin.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 2 Chronicles, King Ahaz ruled Judah during a time of widespread idolatry and moral decay, which was a departure from God's covenant with Israel. His leadership led to military defeats by neighboring nations, as Ahaz's unfaithfulness provoked God's judgment and weakened the kingdom. This verse highlights how Ahaz's personal sins as king brought humiliation upon the entire nation of Judah.
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