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2 Chronicles 17:1

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Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his place, and strengthened himself against Israel.

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The Kingdoms of Israel and JudahThe divided monarchy, showing the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah.

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Jerusalem was the capital of Judah, the southern kingdom centered on David’s royal line and the temple of the Lord. In this passage, Jehoshaphat’s accession concerns Judah’s security and covenant leadership, even though Jerusalem itself is not named in the verse.

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2 Chronicles 17:1 mentions Jerusalem.

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