Explain Bible

2 Chronicles 17:12

WEB · Bible Passage

Bible Text

Jehoshaphat grew great exceedingly; and he built in Judah castles and cities of store.

No explanation yet for this passage

Ask Explain Bible AI and get a full explanation of 2 Chronicles 17:12 from a Reformed theological perspective.

Get a full Reformed explanation of this passage

Maps for this passage

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

Historical maps are public-domain atlas plates, digitized by Wikimedia Commons.

Jerusalem was the capital of Judah and the center of its worship, where the temple stood. In this passage, Jehoshaphat’s growing strength is shown in part by his building projects in Jerusalem, reinforcing the city’s role as the royal and religious center of the covenant kingdom.

Places in this passage

2 Chronicles 17:12 mentions Jerusalem.

Jerusalem · Godot13

Place data & photos: OpenBible.info (CC BY). Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.