Moreover, Uzziah prepared for all the army shields, spears, helmets, body armor, bows, and slingstones.
Parallel translations
- WEB Uzziah prepared for them, even for all the army, shields, spears, helmets, coats of mail, bows, and stones for slinging.
- KJV And Uzziah prepared for them throughout all the host shields, and spears, and helmets, and habergeons, and bows, and slings to cast stones.
- BSB Uzziah supplied the entire army with shields, spears, helmets, armor, bows, and slingstones.
- NKJV Then Uzziah prepared for them, for the entire army, shields, spears, helmets, body armor, bows, and slings to cast stones.
- NLT Uzziah provided the entire army with shields, spears, helmets, coats of mail, bows, and sling stones.
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Quick answer
Uzziah equipped his entire army with shields, spears, helmets, armor, bows, and slingstones. He provided his forces with comprehensive weaponry.
Overview
The thorough provision of arms for the whole army reflected careful preparation and ample resources. Uzziah's diligence in equipping his troops showcased the prosperity of his reign. These military strengths form the backdrop against which his proud overreach in the temple stands in sharp contrast.
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Cross-references · 2
- 1 Sam 17:49David put his hand in his bag, took a stone, and slung it, and struck the Philistine in his forehead. The stone sank into his forehead, and he fell on his face to the earth.
- Judg 20:16Among all these soldiers there were seven hundred chosen men who were left-handed. Every one of them could sling a stone at a hair and not miss.
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