So the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat the king of Judah went up to Ramothgilead.
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Interpretation
Ahab basely intended to betray Johoshaphat to danger, that he might secure himself. See what they get that join with wicked men.
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This thought runs through 1 Kings 22:29-33.
Glossary
- Jehoshaphat Person
- Jehovah-judged. (1. ) One of David’s body-guard ( 1 Chr. 11:43 ). (2. ) One of the priests who accompanied the removal of the ark to Jerusalem ( 1 Chr. 15:24 ).
- Ramoth-gilead Place
- Heights of Gilead, a city of refuge on the east of Jordan; called “Ramoth in Gilead” ( Deut. 4:43 ; Josh. 20:8 ; 21:38 ). Modern identification: Tall er Rumeith.