Jotham was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name also was Jerushah, the daughter of Zadok.
Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he ruled for sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother's name was Jerushah, and she was the daughter of Zadok.
This verse introduces King Jotham of Judah, telling us his age when he became king, how long he ruled, and his mother's family background.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical books of the Bible, 2 Chronicles continues the narrative of Judah's kings after the division of Israel from Judah, focusing on their faithfulness or unfaithfulness to God. Jotham was the son of King Uzziah and ascended to the throne at a young age, with this verse providing key details about his reign and family background to establish his legitimacy. His mother's name and lineage were significant in ancient Judah, as they connected him to respected figures and underscored the importance of heritage in royal succession.
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