Joe: So what do we got here? 2 Chronicles 27?

Bible Expert: Indeed, Joe. This chapter is about King Jotham of Judah. He was twenty-five years old when he became king and reigned for sixteen years in Jerusalem.

Joe: Interesting. So he was a good king?

Bible Expert: Yes, he was. He lived according to the commandments of the Lord, following in the footsteps of his father, King Uzziah. He built cities and fortified them and was successful in the wars he fought.

Joe: Wow. So what else did he do?

Bible Expert: Well, he also made sure that the people of Judah followed the laws of God. He set up judges and officers to ensure that the commandments were obeyed. He also strengthened the army and increased the number of people who were willing to serve in it.

Joe: Woah. That's impressive.

Jamie: Hey Joe, I just Googled it and it looks like he also taxed the people to pay for the expenses of the army and the repairs of the cities.

Joe: Wow, so he was really organized!

Bible Expert: Yes, he was. He was a wise and just king and God blessed him for his efforts. He died at the age of forty-one and was succeeded by his son Ahaz.

Joe: That's incredible. So he was a great king!