And Amaziah strengthened himself, and led forth his people, and went to the valley of salt, and smote of the children of Seir ten thousand.
Key themes
PrayerJustice and mercyTempleReform
Glossary
- Amaziah Person
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Strengthened by Jehovah. (1. ) A Levite, son of Hilkiah, of the descendants of Ethan the Merarite ( 1 Chr. 6:45 ). (2. ) The son and successor of Joash, and eighth king of the separate kingdom of Judah ( 2 Kings 14:1-4 ).
- Mount Seir Place
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Biblical mountain range. Modern identification: Jebel esh Shera.
- Valley of Salt Place
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Biblical special. Modern identification: Es Sebkha.