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2 Kings 23:28

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Now the rest of the acts of Josiah, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

As for everything else that King Josiah did during his reign, isn't it all recorded in the official history book of the kings of Judah?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is pointing readers to other historical records where they can find more details about King Josiah's accomplishments and reign.

📚 Historical Context

In the books of Kings, which are part of the historical narrative of the Old Testament, 2 Kings 23:28 summarizes the reign of King Josiah of Judah, a reformer who led efforts to purge idolatry and restore covenant faithfulness after rediscovering the Book of the Law. This verse points to the "chronicles of the kings of Judah," which were official records kept by scribes to document the deeds of rulers, reflecting the ancient practice of maintaining detailed historical accounts for future reference. It serves as a bridge to other sources, emphasizing the Bible's reliance on broader historical documentation.

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