KJV ORIGINAL
And Jehoshaphat stood in the congregation of Judah and Jerusalem, in the house of the LORD, before the new court,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jehoshaphat stood before the people of Judah and Jerusalem in the LORD's temple, in front of the new courtyard.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
King Jehoshaphat positioned himself in God's temple before his people to address a national crisis through prayer.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place during King Jehoshaphat's reign over Judah (around 870-848 BC) when enemy armies were approaching to attack. The 'new court' refers to a courtyard that had been recently built or renovated in Solomon's temple. Jehoshaphat chose to gather the nation at their most sacred place to seek God's help in this desperate situation.
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