Jehoram of Judah

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Biography, Summary & Biblical References

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Jehoram

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King of Judah

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Summary

Jehoram of Judah was a biblical figure who reigned as king of Judah from 848 to 841 BC. He was the son of King Jehoshaphat and the grandson of King Asa. He had four brothers: Ahaziah, Azariah, Jehiel, and Zechariah. Jehoram was known for his wickedness and idolatry. He married Athaliah, the daughter of King Ahab of Israel, and followed in his father-in-law's footsteps by worshipping the false god Baal. He also killed all of his brothers, except for Ahaziah, who escaped to Jerusalem. Jehoram was eventually overthrown by a revolt led by Jehu, a commander in the army of Israel. Jehu killed Jehoram and his family, and destroyed the temple of Baal. Jehoram is best known for his wickedness and idolatry, and for being overthrown by Jehu. He is also remembered for his role in the destruction of the temple of Baal.

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How many times Jehoram of Judah was mentioned in the bible?

Jehoram of Judah appears None times in the bible.

Where is the story of Jehoram of Judah begins in the Bible?

Jehoram of Judah first mention in the bible is in the book of , chapter , verse . Read the full chapter

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Jehoram of Judah was a biblical figure who reigned as king of Judah from 848 to 841 BC. He was the son of King Jehoshaphat and the grandson of King Asa. He had four brothers: Ahaziah, Azariah, Jehiel, and Zechariah. Jehoram was known for his wickedness and idolatry. He married Athaliah, the daughter of King Ahab of Israel, and followed in his father-in-law's footsteps by worshipping the false god Baal. He also killed all of his brothers, except for Ahaziah, who escaped to Jerusalem. Jehoram was eventually overthrown by a revolt led by Jehu, a commander in the army of Israel. Jehu killed Jehoram and his family, and destroyed the temple of Baal. Jehoram is best known for his wickedness and idolatry, and for being overthrown by Jehu. He is also remembered for his role in the destruction of the temple of Baal.