Jehoash

Jehoash (Yahweh has given) was the 12th king of Israel and reigned for 16 years. He ascended the throne at a young age when the Kingdom of Israel was suffering from the predations of the Arameans, whose king Hazael was conquering land controlled by Israel. Jehoash was a courageous and capable leader. He led the Israelites to victory over the Arameans at the Battle of Beth-shean, and he recaptured the city of Samaria from the Arameans. Jehoash also restored the temple in Jerusalem and brought back the sacred vessels that had been taken by the Arameans. Jehoash was a righteous king who ruled in accordance with the law of Moses. He was a great military leader and a successful king. He restored Israel to its former glory and brought peace to the land.