Thirty and two years old was he when he began to reign, and he reigned in Jerusalem eight years, and departed without being desired. Howbeit they buried him in the city of David, but not in the sepulchres of the kings.
He was thirty-two years old when he became king, and he ruled in Jerusalem for eight years. When he died, no one mourned for him or wanted him back. They buried him in the city of David, but not in the royal tombs where the other kings were laid to rest.
This verse describes how King Jehoram died unloved and unmourned, even being denied burial in the royal cemetery as a final mark of dishonor.
📚 Historical Context
This refers to King Jehoram of Judah, who ruled from about 848-841 BC. He was known for his wickedness, including murdering his own brothers and leading the people into idolatry. His reign was marked by military defeats, disease, and the loss of several territories, making him deeply unpopular with his subjects.
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