2 Chronicles 21:8

Easy To Read Version

In Jehoram’s time, Edom broke away from under Judah’s authority. The people of Edom chose their own king.

Cross References

Genesis 27:40

You will have to fight to live. And you will be a slave to your brother. But you will fight to be free. You will break away from his control.”

1 Kings 22:47

During this time, the land of Edom had no king. The land was ruled by a governor. The governor was chosen by the king of Judah.

2 Kings 3:9

So the king of Israel went with the king of Judah and the king of Edom. They traveled around for seven days. There was not enough water for the army or for their animals.

2 Chronicles 21:10

Since that time and until now the country of Edom has been rebellious against Judah. The people from the town of Libnah also turned against Jehoram. This happened because Jehoram left the Lord God. He is the God Jehoram’s ancestors {\cf2\super [246]} followed.

2 Chronicles 21:9

So Jehoram went to Edom with all his commanders and chariots. {\cf2\super [244]} The Edomite army surrounded Jehoram and his chariot {\cf2\super [245]} commanders. But Jehoram fought his way out at night.