2 Chronicles 26:9 net — Uzziah built and fortified towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, Valley Gate, and at the Angle.

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"Uzziah built and fortified towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, Valley Gate, and at the Angle."

— 2 Chronicles 26:9, NET Bible

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2 Chronicles 26 — Context

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Uzziah attacked the Philistines and broke down the walls of Gath, Jabneh, and Ashdod. He built cities in the region of Ashdod and throughout Philistine territory.

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God helped him in his campaigns against the Philistines, the Arabs living in Gur Baal, and the Meunites.

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The Ammonites paid tribute to Uzziah and his fame reached the border of Egypt, for he grew in power.

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Uzziah built and fortified towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, Valley Gate, and at the Angle.

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He built towers in the wilderness and dug many cisterns, for he owned many herds in the foothills and on the plain. He had workers in the fields and vineyards in the hills and in Carmel, for he loved agriculture.

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Uzziah had an army of skilled warriors trained for battle. They were organized by divisions according to the muster rolls made by Jeiel the scribe and Maaseiah the officer under the authority of Hananiah, a royal official.

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The total number of family leaders who led warriors was 2,600.

2 Chronicles 26:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 26:9 say?
2 Chronicles 26:9 in the NET Bible reads: “Uzziah built and fortified towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, Valley Gate, and at the Angle.”
Where is 2 Chronicles 26:9 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 26:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 26, verse 9.
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 26:9.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 26:9 in?
2 Chronicles 26:9 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 26:9?
2 Chronicles 26:9 reads (NET): “Uzziah built and fortified towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, Valley Gate, and at the Angle.” 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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