2. at the age of sixteen, and he ruled in Jerusalem for 52 years. His mother was Jecoliah from Jerusalem.
3. Following the example of his father, he did what was pleasing to the Lord.
4. But the pagan places of worship were not destroyed, and the people continued to offer sacrifices and burn incense there.
5. The Lord struck Uzziah with a dreaded skin disease that stayed with him the rest of his life. He lived in a house on his own, relieved of all duties, while his son Jotham governed the country.