Among these are Azariah’s successes in war against the Philistines, Arabians, and Mehunimites, the extension of his power over Ammon, the strengthening of the fortifications of Jerusalem, his interest in cattle breeding and agriculture, the building of protective towers in desert areas, the reorganization and re-equipment of his army, the construction of engines for shooting weapons, his endeavor to offer incense in the Temple, resulting in the stroke of leprosy, and the details of his burial (2 Chron. 26:1-23).