KJV ORIGINAL
Then Amaziah sent messengers to Jehoash, the son of Jehoahaz son of Jehu, king of Israel, saying, Come, let us look one another in the face.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then Amaziah sent messengers to Jehoash, the son of Jehoahaz and grandson of Jehu, who was king of Israel, saying, 'Come, let us meet face to face.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
King Amaziah of Judah is challenging King Jehoash of Israel to meet him directly, essentially issuing a bold challenge for confrontation.
📚 Historical Context
This occurred around 796 BC when the kingdoms of Israel and Judah were separate nations that often had tense relationships. Amaziah had just won a victory against Edom and was feeling confident, while Jehoash ruled the northern kingdom of Israel. The phrase 'look one another in the face' was a diplomatic way of challenging someone to battle or direct confrontation.
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