Jehu son of Hanani the seer confronted Jehoshaphat upon his return, rebuking him for helping the wicked and loving those who hate the Lord, but acknowledging that good was found in him because he removed the Asherim and set his heart to seek God. Jehoshaphat dwelt in Jerusalem but went out among the people from Beersheba to the hill country of Ephraim, bringing them back to the Lord, and he appointed judges throughout the fortified cities of Judah. He charged them to judge not for man but for the Lord who is with them in judgment, warning them that there is no injustice, partiality, or bribery with the Lord, and established Amariah the chief priest over religious matters and Zebadiah over the king's affairs in Jerusalem, commanding them to act faithfully and with a whole heart.
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Characters in This Chapter
Builder of the temple and Israel's most glorious king
Reforming king who restored temple worship and trusted God against Assyria
Young king who led the greatest revival, rediscovered the Law
Godly king known for his prayer and trust in God during battle
Son of Jacob, Ancestor of David and Christ
Joseph's Younger Son, Blessed with the Right Hand
Son of Abraham and Hagar
Places in This Chapter
Beersheba, meaning "Well of the Oath," was the southernmost major city of Israel. Abraham and Isaac both dug wells and made covenants here. It marked the traditional southern boundary of Israel in the phrase "from Dan to Beersheba." Hagar wandered in its wilderness, and Elijah fled here.
Position in Book
Alternating faithful and unfaithful kings, with special attention to reformers like Hezekiah and Josiah.