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A good king of Judah who trusted God in battle — but kept making bad alliances
Historically Verified
Some scholars think his name may be reconstructed on the Tel Dan Stele as the 'king of the House of David,' though the text is partially damaged. The stele is at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem.
open_in_newOne of Judah's better kings who instituted religious reforms and sent teachers throughout the land (2 Chronicles 17). His finest moment: facing a massive enemy coalition, he said 'We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you' (2 Chronicles 20:12). God won the battle without them lifting a sword. His biggest weakness was allying with wicked kings of Israel — first Ahab, then Ahab's son. Good heart, questionable judgment in friendships.