That were found. — This expression seems to hint that there was not much treasure to carry off. (Comp. 2 Kings 13:18.)
Hostages. — Literally, the sons of sureties. Having humbled the pride of Amaziah, Jehoash left him in possession of his throne, taking hostages for his future good behaviour. Similar acts of clemency are recorded of themselves by the Assyrian kings of the dynasty of Sargon.