2 Chronicles 26:13
“Under their hand was an army, three hundred seven thousand five hundred, who made war with mighty power, to help the king against the enemy.”
What does 2 Chronicles 26:13 mean?
King Uzziah had assembled an enormous, well-trained military force—over 307,000 soldiers—equipped and ready to defend his kingdom. This verse captures a moment when his power and resources were at their peak, allowing him to protect Judah effectively against surrounding threats. It's worth noting that this same king later became proud because of his strength, which led to his downfall, so the verse reminds us that earthly power and numbers, while impressive, aren't what ultimately sustains us.