2 Chronicles 27:4
Moreover he built cities in the mountains of Judah, and in the forests he built castles and towers.
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
He fought also with the king of the Ammonites, and prevailed against them,.... These were brought into subjection by David; but in later times endeavoured to cast off the yoke, and even invaded the…
Methodist theologian, 1762–1832
Adam Clarke
Castles and towers - These he built for the protection of the country people against marauders.
There is not much more related here concerning Jotham than we had before, Kg2 15:32, etc.
I. He reigned well. He did that which was right in the sight of the Lord; the course of his reign was good,…
Academic commentary, 1882–1921
Cambridge Bible
in the mountains R.V. in the hill country; cp. Luk 1:39 (ἡ ὀρινή).
castles Cp. 2Ch 17:12 (note).
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