ESV Reformation Study Bible – 2 Chr 16:12
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2 Chr 16:12

16:12 physicians. Asa continued to turn away from the Lord and rely on human strength. The Old Testament does not hesitate to prescribe medical treatment for physical maladies (2 Kin. 20:5–7 and the use of balm in Jer. 8:22; 51:8), but it never divorces natural remedies from seeking divine assistance (Deut. 32:39).