The Story of Man - Jonah and the "Whale" - Basil Wolverton - February 1970

Basil Wolverton

KING AMAZIAH of Judah and King Joash of the ten-tribed nation of Israel, accompanied by their respective armies, had a surprise meeting about ten miles from Jerusalem. (II Kings 14:1-11; 11 Chronicles 25:17-21 .) "Why have you brought your men to the soil of Judah?" asked Amaziah haughtily. The Jews Fight Israel "TO keep your army off the soil of my kingdom," Joash sternly replied. The inevitable battle was only minutes old when it was evident which side would win. The soldiers of Judah lacked the desire to fight. What started as a large fray ended in a massive rout of Amaziah's men, many of whom escaped to the south. Amaziah and his top officers had no choice but to hastily follow. - Information Supplied By: Herbert W Armstrong Library