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

Since he had many cattle both in the Judean foothills and the plain, he built towers in the desert and dug many wells. And since he was a lover of the soil, he had farmers and vinedressers in the hills and in the fertile lands.

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

In the midst of his troubles, King Ahaz became more and more unfaithful to the LORD.

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

He wisely placed some of his many sons throughout the regions of Judah and Benjamin in the various fortified cities. He supplied them with abundant provisions and acquired many wives for them.