2 Kings 12:17
“Then Hazael king of Syria went up, and fought against Gath, and took it: and Hazael set his face to go up to Jerusalem.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For Jozachar the son of Shimeath,.... Said to be an Ammonitess, and this man's name Zabad, Ch2 24:26,
and Jehozabad…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–18702 Kings 12:17-18
There was probably a considerable interval between the conclusion of the arrangement for the repairs and the Syrian…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Hazael - fought against Gath, and took it - This city, with its satrapy or lordship, had been taken from the Philistines…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Kings 12:17-21
When Joash had revolted from God and become both an idolater and a persecutor the hand of the Lord went out against him,…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Hazael threatens to attack Jerusalem, but is bought off by Jehoash. A conspiracy is formed against Jehoash, and he is…
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