1. Jehoram, King of Israel

Jehoram, also known as Joram, was the son of Ahab and Jezebel and the brother of Ahaziah. He reigned as the king of Israel in Samaria for twelve years, approximately from 852 to 841 BC. His reign is recorded in 2 Kings 3-9. Jehoram ascended to the throne after the death of his brother Ahaziah, who had no son to succeed him.

Jehoram's reign was marked by a continuation of the idolatrous practices initiated by his parents, although he did remove the sacred pillar of Baal that his father had made (2 Kings 3:2). Despite this, he persisted in the sins of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat, who led Israel into sin by establishing golden calves at Bethel and Dan (2 Kings 3:3).

During his reign, Jehoram faced military challenges, notably from Moab. He allied with Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, and the king of Edom to fight against Mesha, king of Moab. The campaign is detailed in 2 Kings 3, where the prophet Elisha plays a crucial role by providing divine guidance and ensuring victory for the allied forces.

Jehoram's reign ended violently when he was killed by Jehu, the son of Jehoshaphat, as part of a divinely ordained judgment against the house of Ahab (2 Kings 9:24-26). This fulfilled the prophecy given by Elijah concerning the destruction of Ahab's lineage.

2. Jehoram, King of Judah

Jehoram, also known as Joram, was the son of Jehoshaphat and the king of Judah. He reigned for eight years, approximately from 848 to 841 BC. His reign is chronicled in 2 Kings 8:16-24 and 2 Chronicles 21.

Jehoram's rule was characterized by a departure from the godly ways of his father, Jehoshaphat. He married Athaliah, the daughter of Ahab and Jezebel, which led to the introduction of Baal worship in Judah (2 Chronicles 21:6). His reign was marked by significant moral and spiritual decline.

One of Jehoram's first acts as king was to secure his throne by killing all his brothers and some of the princes of Israel (2 Chronicles 21:4). This act of fratricide was a stark departure from the righteous leadership of his father.

Jehoram faced several adversities during his reign, including revolts by Edom and Libnah (2 Kings 8:20-22). Additionally, he received a letter from the prophet Elijah, condemning his idolatry and predicting severe judgment upon him and his household (2 Chronicles 21:12-15).

Jehoram's reign ended in tragedy as he suffered from a painful and incurable disease, as prophesied by Elijah. He died in great agony, and his people did not honor him with a burial in the tombs of the kings (2 Chronicles 21:18-20).

3. Theological Significance

The accounts of Jehoram, both in Israel and Judah, serve as a sobering reminder of the consequences of turning away from God and embracing idolatry. Their reigns illustrate the destructive influence of ungodly alliances and the importance of adhering to the covenantal faithfulness expected by God. The narratives of Jehoram highlight the prophetic role in calling leaders to account and the fulfillment of divine judgment against unfaithfulness.

Ahaziah
... AHAZIAH. BY REV. JG GREENHOUGH, MA. "And the destruction of Ahaziah was of God,
by coming to Joram; for, when he was come, he went out with Jehoram against Jehu ...
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The Fall of the House of Ahab
... power. As Ahaziah had no son, he was succeeded by Jehoram, his brother, who
reigned over the ten tribes for twelve years. Throughout ...
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Jehoram's (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Jehoram's (3 Occurrences). 2 Kings ... the eldest. So
Ahaziah the son of Jehoram king of Judah reigned. (See NIV). ...
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Jeho'ram (21 Occurrences)
Jeho'ram. Jehoram, Jeho'ram. Jehoram's . ... He was the son of Ahab. (2.) Jehoram,
the son and successor of Jehoshaphat on the throne of Judah (2 Kings 8:24). ...
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Qir-hareseth
... In Jehoram's invasion of Moab it alone withstood his attack; and on the city
wall the king of Moab sacrificed his son (2 Kings 3:25). ...
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Qirhareseth
... In Jehoram's invasion of Moab it alone withstood his attack; and on the city
wall the king of Moab sacrificed his son (2 Kings 3:25). ...
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Kirhareseth (2 Occurrences)
... In Jehoram's invasion of Moab it alone withstood his attack; and on the city
wall the king of Moab sacrificed his son (2 Kings 3:25). ...
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Kir-hareseth (3 Occurrences)
... In Jehoram's invasion of Moab it alone withstood his attack; and on the city
wall the king of Moab sacrificed his son (2 Kings 3:25). ...
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Kir-heres (3 Occurrences)
... In Jehoram's invasion of Moab it alone withstood his attack; and on the city
wall the king of Moab sacrificed his son (2 Kings 3:25). ...
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Kirheres (3 Occurrences)
... In Jehoram's invasion of Moab it alone withstood his attack; and on the city
wall the king of Moab sacrificed his son (2 Kings 3:25). ...
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Jehosaphat (1 Occurrence)

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Jehoram (27 Occurrences)
... brother. Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, assisted Jehoram in this effort. He
was further helped by his ally the king of Edom. Elisha ...
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