2 Chronicles 26:8 nasb — The Ammonites also gave tribute to Uzziah, and his fame extended to the border of Egypt, for he became very strong.

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"The Ammonites also gave tribute to Uzziah, and his fame extended to the border of Egypt, for he became very strong."

— 2 Chronicles 26:8, NASB

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2 Chronicles 26 — Context

5

He continued to seek God in the days of Zechariah, who had understanding through the vision of God; and as long as he sought the LORD, God prospered him.

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Now he went out and warred against the Philistines, and broke down the wall of Gath and the wall of Jabneh and the wall of Ashdod; and he built cities in the area of Ashdod and among the Philistines.

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God helped him against the Philistines, and against the Arabians who lived in Gur-baal, and the Meunites.

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The Ammonites also gave tribute to Uzziah, and his fame extended to the border of Egypt, for he became very strong.

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Moreover, Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate and at the Valley Gate and at the corner buttress and fortified them.

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He built towers in the wilderness and hewed many cisterns, for he had much livestock, both in the lowland and in the plain. He also had plowmen and vinedressers in the hill country and the fertile fields, for he loved the soil.

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Moreover, Uzziah had an army ready for battle, which entered combat by divisions according to the number of their muster, prepared by Jeiel the scribe and Maaseiah the official, under the direction of Hananiah, one of the king's officers.

2 Chronicles 26:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 26:8 say?
2 Chronicles 26:8 in the NASB reads: “The Ammonites also gave tribute to Uzziah, and his fame extended to the border of Egypt, for he became very strong.”
Where is 2 Chronicles 26:8 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 26:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 26, verse 8.
Who wrote 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 2 Chronicles about?
2 Chronicles narrates Solomon's reign and the kings of Judah down to the exile, with particular emphasis on the temple and faithful worship. It ends with Cyrus's decree authorizing the return — a note of hope for a people just home from Babylon.
What are the major themes of 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles explores themes including Temple, Worship, Faithful Kings, Reform, Return. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Chronicles 26:8.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 26:8 in?
2 Chronicles 26:8 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Chronicles 26:8?
2 Chronicles 26:8 reads (NASB): “The Ammonites also gave tribute to Uzziah, and his fame extended to the border of Egypt, for he became very strong.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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