Key Figures — 2 Chronicles 27

2 figures

1. Jotham

   King of Judah

   Jotham was the son of Uzziah and reigned as king of Judah. He is noted for doing what was right in the eyes of the Lord, continuing the construction work on the temple, and strengthening the kingdom. His reign was marked by military success and prosperity because he ordered his ways before the Lord.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings 15:32-38 (Parallel account of Jotham's reign)
   • Isaiah 1:1 (Jotham's reign during the time of the prophet Isaiah)

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2. Uzziah

   Father of Jotham and former King of Judah

   Uzziah was the father of Jotham and his reign is noted for both prosperity and his downfall due to pride. Jotham's reign is often contrasted with Uzziah's, as Jotham did not repeat his father's mistakes.

   Related passages

   • 2 Chronicles 26 (Uzziah's reign and downfall)
   • Isaiah 6:1 (The year of Uzziah's death)

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   • #Pride

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