And the rest of the acts of Joash, and all that he did, and his might wherewith he fought against Amaziah king of Judah, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel?
The other things that King Joash did, including all his accomplishments and how he fought with his strength against King Amaziah of Judah, aren't these things written down in the official record book of Israel's kings?
This verse is telling us that more details about King Joash's reign and his war with Judah's king can be found in the official historical records of that time.
📚 Historical Context
During the divided kingdom period after Solomon's death, Joash served as king of Israel in the 9th century BC, following a line of rulers who often faced political and military challenges from neighboring Judah. This verse acts as a historical summary in the Books of Kings, pointing readers to the official chronicles for fuller details on Joash's reign, including his battles against Amaziah, king of Judah, which were typical of the ongoing conflicts between the two nations. Such records were essential in ancient Israelite culture to preserve the legacy of kings and God's interactions with His people.
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