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2 Chronicles 31:20

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And thus did Hezekiah throughout all Judah, and wrought that which was good and right and truth before the LORD his God.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

This is what Hezekiah did throughout all of Judah - he did what was good, right, and true in the sight of the LORD his God.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse summarizes that King Hezekiah consistently did what was good, right, and truthful before God throughout his entire kingdom.

📚 Historical Context

In the Old Testament, King Hezekiah of Judah is portrayed as a faithful leader who ascended to the throne during a period of idolatry and spiritual neglect under his predecessors. He launched extensive reforms to purify the nation, including restoring the temple, reinstating proper worship, and removing pagan influences, as detailed in 2 Chronicles chapters 29-31. This verse specifically underscores his dedication to living out God's standards of goodness, righteousness, and truth across all of Judah.

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