Lux Domini
Then Asa brought out silver and gold out of the treasures of the house of the LORD and of the king’s house, and sent to Benhadad king of Syria, that dwelt at Damascus, saying,

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Interpretation

This verse continues the thought already in view and fits the wider themes of temple and reform in 2 Chronicles.

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This thought runs through 2 Chronicles 16:1-5.

Glossary

Asa Person
Physician, son of Abijah and grandson of Rehoboam, was the third king of Judah.
Damascus Place
Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Damascus.
Syria Place
Biblical region. Modern identification: Damascus.