And he did not humble himself before LORD, as Manasseh his father had humbled himself, but this same Amon trespassed more and more.

Also he built towers in the desert, and dug many wells: for he had many cattle, both in the low country, and in the plains: farmers also, and vine dressers in the mountains, and in Carmel: for he loved the soil.

Then the whole assembly decided to make seven more days [of feasting], so they made seven [more] days with joy,

As a result, Jehoshaphat grew more and more powerful, and built up fortresses and storage centers throughout Judah.