KJV ORIGINAL
Jehoram was thirty and two years old when he began to reign, and he reigned eight years in Jerusalem.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jehoram was thirty-two years old when he became king, and he ruled for eight years in Jerusalem.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records the basic facts about King Jehoram's reign - he became king at age 32 and ruled Judah for 8 years.
📚 Historical Context
Jehoram was the son of King Jehoshaphat and ruled the kingdom of Judah from approximately 848-841 BC. He was known as one of the wicked kings who led Israel away from God, even marrying Athaliah, daughter of the infamous King Ahab and Queen Jezebel. His reign was marked by spiritual decline and political troubles.
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