2 Kings 14:8-14
14:8 a Amaziah’s challenge to Israel’s King Jehoash may have been provoked by thoughts of revenge (see 2 Chr 25:13 b). Perhaps Amaziah had also become overly confident and proud because of his recent victory over Edom.Summary for 2Kgs 14:9-10: 14:9-10 c Jehoash’s reply came as a parable (see Judg 9:7-15 d). In essence, Amaziah had as much of a chance of defeating Israel in war as a thistle trying to make demands against a mighty cedar tree. Amaziah and Judah would be defeated as easily as a random step would crush the proud thistle.
Summary for 2Kgs 14:11-12: 14:11-12 e Beth-shemesh, a fortress town fifteen miles west of Jerusalem, was a natural place for the battle between Israel and Judah. The city history stretched back to when Judah occupied it after the Danites migrated northward (Josh 21:16 f; see also 1 Sam 6:1-14 g; 2 Chr 28:18 h).
Summary for 2Kgs 14:13-14: 14:13-14 i The extensive demolition of Jerusalem’s wall and the thorough looting of the city testify to Jehoash’s overwhelming victory. Carrying off Temple and palace treasures and taking hostages are often noted in the annals of victorious Assyrian kings. See also 12:17-18 j; 18:13-15 k; 24:13-14 l; 25:8-21 m; 1 Kgs 14:25-26 n.
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