And the rest of the acts of Azariah, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?
As for everything else that Azariah accomplished during his reign and all the things he did, aren't they recorded in the official history book of the kings of Judah?
The writer is directing readers to look at the official royal records for more details about King Azariah's complete reign and accomplishments.
📚 Historical Context
Azariah, also known as Uzziah, was a king of Judah who reigned in the 8th century BC and is described in the Bible as generally following God's ways, though his rule ended in personal downfall due to pride. This verse is a typical summary statement in the Books of Kings, pointing readers to external historical records for more details about his actions and reign. It reflects the ancient practice of historians compiling annals to preserve the full scope of a king's legacy.
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