John Gill's Bible Commentary Ver. 8. And the Ammonites gave gifts to Uzziah , etc.] As tributaries to him, or; however, as desirous to live in friendship with him: and his name spread abroad, even to the entering in of Egypt ; so far he carried his arms, and conquered the countries that lay between Palestine and Egypt: for he strengthened himself exceedingly ; his kingdom and its coasts from the force of enemies.
Matthew Henry Commentary
Verses 1-15 - As long as Uzziah sought the Lord, and minded religion, God made him to prosper. Those only prosper whom God makes to prosper; for prosperit is his gift. Many have owned, that as long as they sought the Lord, an kept close to their duty, they prospered; but when they forsook God every thing went cross. God never continues either to bless the indolent or to withhold his blessing from the diligent. He will neve suffer any to seek his face in vain. Uzziah's name was famed throughou all the neighbouring countries. A name with God and good people make truly honourable. He did not delight in war, nor addict himself to sports, but delighted in husbandry.
Original Hebrew ויתנו5414 העמונים5984 מנחה4503 לעזיהו5818 וילך1980 שׁמו8034 עד5704 לבוא935 מצרים4714 כי3588 החזיק2388 עד5704 למעלה׃4605
