2Ki 15:5 | MHM | STEP | v. 5 : God struck Azariah with leprosy as a punishment for his pride when he tried to take over the priest’s work in the temple. He had to live in a separate house, away from people, as the law required for lepers (2 Chronicles 26:16-21 ). His son ruled as co-king and judged the people while Azariah lived in isolation. This was both a lesson in humility for Azariah and a blessing for Judah, since his son was able to help lead the kingdom (2 Kings 15:5 ).

‏ 2 Kings 15:5

v. 5: God struck Azariah with leprosy as a punishment for his pride when he tried to take over the priest’s work in the temple. He had to live in a separate house, away from people, as the law required for lepers (2 Chronicles 26:16-21 ^a). His son ruled as co-king and judged the people while Azariah lived in isolation. This was both a lesson in humility for Azariah and a blessing for Judah, since his son was able to help lead the kingdom (2 Kings 15:5 ^b).