2 Chronicles 25:2references1 Kings 15:14
Both passages describe kings who did what was right in the eyes of the Lord but did not remove the high places, indicating a partial obedience to God.
Thematic focusPartial Obedience, High Places.
Cross-References — 2 Chronicles 25
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2 Chronicles 25:4referencesDeuteronomy 24:16
Amaziah's decision not to put the children of the assassins to death aligns with the law in Deuteronomy 24:16, which states that children should not be put to death for their fathers' sins.
Thematic focusJustice, Law of Moses.
2 Chronicles 25:9referencesMatthew 19:29
Amaziah's concern about the loss of money is addressed by the prophet, who assures him that God can give much more. This is similar to Jesus' teaching in Matthew 19:29 about receiving much more for sacrifices made for the kingdom.
Thematic focusFaith, Divine Provision.
2 Chronicles 25:14referencesExodus 20:3
Amaziah's idolatry, as he worships the gods of Edom, directly violates the first commandment in Exodus 20:3, which commands exclusive worship of the Lord.
Thematic focusIdolatry, Commandments.
2 Chronicles 25:16referencesProverbs 29:1
Amaziah's refusal to listen to the prophet's warning is an example of the principle in Proverbs 29:1, which warns that those who are often reproved and harden their neck will suddenly be destroyed.
Thematic focusReproof, Stubbornness.
2 Chronicles 25:20references1 Samuel 2:25
Amaziah's refusal to heed counsel and his subsequent downfall is reminiscent of the sons of Eli, who did not listen to their father because it was the Lord's will to put them to death.
Thematic focusDivine Judgment, Disobedience.