In his days the Edomites revolted from under the dominion of Judah, and made themselves a king.
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Interpretation
Jehoram hated his brethren, and slew them, for the same reason that Cain hated Abel, and slew him, because their piety condemned his impiety.
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This thought runs through 2 Chronicles 21:8-11.
Glossary
- Edom Place
- Biblical region. Modern identification: Buseira.