2Ch 28:6 | MHM | STEP | The King of Israel Defeats Ahaz This section describes a serious conflict between Judah and Israel. Judah, led by Ahaz, faces God’s punishment because of their sins. The defeat is harsh and shocking, bringing much suffering. At the same time, Israel, though victorious, is warned by God not to be proud or cruel. Through a prophet’s message, God teaches both nations important lessons about justice, mercy, and humility. v. 6 : Judah is severely punished by God. The king of Israel becomes the instrument of this punishment. The battle results in a huge loss for Judah—about 120,000 brave men are killed in one day ( v. 6 , 2 Chronicles 28:6 ). Even important people, like the king’s son and close advisors, are killed. This is seen as a just result, because Ahaz had even sacrificed some of his sons to idols. The defeat happens not because Israel is strong, but because God allows it. The men of Judah are so discouraged and guilty that they cannot stand against their enemies. They are described as being like sheep for the slaughter, because they have turned away from the Lord ( because they had forsaken the Lord God of their fathers , 2 Chronicles 28:6 ).

‏ 2 Chronicles 28:6

The King of Israel Defeats Ahaz

This section describes a serious conflict between Judah and Israel. Judah, led by Ahaz, faces God’s punishment because of their sins. The defeat is harsh and shocking, bringing much suffering. At the same time, Israel, though victorious, is warned by God not to be proud or cruel. Through a prophet’s message, God teaches both nations important lessons about justice, mercy, and humility.

v. 6: Judah is severely punished by God. The king of Israel becomes the instrument of this punishment. The battle results in a huge loss for Judah—about 120,000 brave men are killed in one day (v. 6, 2 Chronicles 28:6 ^a). Even important people, like the king’s son and close advisors, are killed. This is seen as a just result, because Ahaz had even sacrificed some of his sons to idols. The defeat happens not because Israel is strong, but because God allows it. The men of Judah are so discouraged and guilty that they cannot stand against their enemies. They are described as being like sheep for the slaughter, because they have turned away from the Lord (because they had forsaken the Lord God of their fathers, 2 Chronicles 28:6 ^b).