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2 Chronicles 17:5

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Therefore Yahweh established the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought to Jehoshaphat tribute; and he had riches and honor in abundance.

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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 and the site of the temple, the center of covenant worship. In this passage, tribute from throughout Judah strengthened King Jehoshaphat’s rule, whose authority was centered in Jerusalem under the Lord’s favor.

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2 Chronicles 17:5 mentions Jerusalem.

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