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He was the son of Jehoash (Joash) and a member of the Jehu dynasty. His reign is noted for its military successes and economic prosperity, but also for its spiritual decline and moral corruption.<br><br><b>Reign and Achievements:</b> <br>Jeroboam II's reign is recorded in <a href="/2_kings/14-23.htm">2 Kings 14:23-29</a>. He ascended to the throne in Samaria and ruled for 41 years. His reign is marked by significant territorial expansion and economic growth. Under his leadership, Israel regained territories that had been lost to neighboring nations. The Bible states, "He restored the boundaries of Israel from Lebo-hamath to the Sea of the Arabah, according to the word of the LORD, the God of Israel, spoken through His servant Jonah son of Amittai, the prophet from Gath-hepher" (<a href="/2_kings/14-25.htm">2 Kings 14:25</a>).<br><br>Jeroboam II's military campaigns were successful in restoring Israel's borders, and his reign brought a period of relative peace and prosperity. This prosperity, however, was not accompanied by spiritual renewal or adherence to the covenant with Yahweh.<br><br><b>Religious and Moral Climate:</b> <br>Despite his political and military achievements, Jeroboam II's reign was characterized by spiritual decline. The prophet Amos, who ministered during Jeroboam's reign, condemned the social injustices and idolatry prevalent in Israel. <a href="/amos/6-4.htm">Amos 6:4-6</a> highlights the complacency and indulgence of the wealthy, who "lie on beds inlaid with ivory and lounge on their couches," while neglecting the plight of the poor and the call to righteousness.<br><br>Hosea, another prophet of the time, also spoke against the moral and spiritual corruption in Israel. <a href="/hosea/4.htm">Hosea 4:1-2</a> declares, "There is no truth, no loving devotion, and no knowledge of God in the land. Cursing and lying, murder and stealing, and adultery are rampant; one act of bloodshed follows another."<br><br><b>Prophetic Warnings:</b> <br>The prophets Amos and Hosea warned of impending judgment due to Israel's unfaithfulness. <a href="/amos/5-24.htm">Amos 5:24</a> calls for justice and righteousness: "But let justice roll on like a river, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream." Despite these warnings, Jeroboam II did not lead the nation in repentance or reform.<br><br><b>Legacy:</b> <br>Jeroboam II's reign is a paradox of external success and internal failure. While he achieved significant political and economic gains, his failure to address the spiritual and moral decay of the nation set the stage for Israel's eventual downfall. The prosperity experienced during his reign was short-lived, as the Assyrian threat loomed on the horizon, leading to the eventual exile of the northern kingdom.<br><br>Jeroboam II's account serves as a reminder of the importance of spiritual integrity and obedience to God's covenant, highlighting the consequences of neglecting these in favor of temporal success.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/j/jeroboam.htm">Jeroboam</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/jeroboam--first_king_of_israel_after_the_revolt--ahijah's_prophecy_concerning.htm">Jeroboam: First King of Israel After the Revolt: Ahijah's Prophecy Concerning</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/jeroboam--first_king_of_israel_after_the_revolt--death_of.htm">Jeroboam: First King of Israel After the Revolt: Death of</a></p><p class="pspc"><a 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