2 Chron. 26 [The Message]

Uzziah did not end the way he started. Evidently his successes went to his head and he became presumptive and arrogant. Although he was forbidden by the Law, he arrogantly began burning incense on the altar in the Temple. This job was ONLY for the Levitical priests. They tried to warn and stop him, but he wouldn’t listen. God showed His disapproval by immediately striking Uzziah with visible leprosy on his forehead.

Sadly, he spent the rest of his days in isolation and quarantine. In effect, his pride robbed him of his ability to be an effective leader. Proud leaders can be taken down at any moment by a God Who demands humility and submission to Him.