The account of Jotham is considerably brief, most likely reflecting the short period he reigns after his father Uzziah’s death. In the introductory summary note in 27:1–2, the Chronicler parallels Jotham with his father in terms of positive accomplishments while distancing him from his father’s breach of the sacred precincts of the temple (see 2 Chron. 2…
Baker Publishing Group, The Baker Illustrated Bible Commentary, by Gary M. Burge