2 Chronicles 27:5 · KJV
"He fought also with the king of the Ammonites, and prevailed against them. And the children of Ammon gave him the same year an hundred talents of silver, and ten thousand measures of wheat, and ten thousand of barley. So much did the children of Ammon pay unto him, both the second year, and the third."
King James Version
What does 2 Chronicles 27:5 mean? →Passage Context
3He built the high gate of the house of the LORD, and on the wall of Ophel he built much.
4Moreover he built cities in the mountains of Judah, and in the forests he built castles and towers.
5He fought also with the king of the Ammonites, and prevailed against them. And the children of Ammon gave him the same year an hundred talents of silver, and ten thousand measures of wheat, and ten thousand of barley. So much did the children of Ammon pay unto him, both the second year, and the third.
6So Jotham became mighty, because he prepared his ways before the LORD his God.
7Now the rest of the acts of Jotham, and all his wars, and his ways, lo, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you respond to challenges in your life?
2
What does victory look like for you?
3
When have you felt supported by others during a struggle?
Life Application
faith
Trusting in God during difficult times can lead to unexpected victories.
relationships
Support from others can be crucial in overcoming challenges.
People in This Verse
JothamOT
Jotham was the son of Uzziah and served as king of Judah. He ruled during his father's leprosy and was known for his righteousness.
First appearance: 2 Chronicles 27:1
Places in This Verse
Ammonites(Jordan today)
An ancient kingdom located east of the Jordan River, known for its conflicts with Israel and Judah.
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