דברי הימים ב, פרק י״ז, פסוק י״א

Even without being strictly under the kingdom's control, neighboring nations recognized Jehoshaphat as a great and powerful ruler. Out of respect for his authority, each nation offered him gifts suited to their unique customs and available resources. This was not a rare occurrence but a steady, annual tribute that reflected their enduring submission [רד״ק]. The resulting political stability provided Jehoshaphat with a secure environment, allowing him to focus on repairing and developing his country both spiritually and materially [ביאור שטיינזלץ].

The nature of these regional tributes varied by nation. The Philistines delivered a contribution that included an extraordinary amount of silver. The primary approach among commentators is that the sheer volume of this wealth was so immense that it required heavy cargo loads to be transported on the backs of animals. Additionally, the Arabians, recognized as a distinct nation [מצודת ציון], paid their taxes in the form of livestock. They delivered large flocks, which specifically consisted of rams and male goats [מצודת דוד].