KJV ORIGINAL
And king Jehoram went out of Samaria the same time, and numbered all Israel.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
So King Jehoram left Samaria at that time and gathered together all the soldiers of Israel.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
King Jehoram mobilized his entire army from Israel to prepare for military action.
📚 Historical Context
In the 9th century BC, King Jehoram ruled the northern kingdom of Israel following the death of his father, Ahab, during a time of political instability and rebellion. Moab had revolted against Israelite control, prompting Jehoram to mobilize his army by numbering all Israel, which involved counting and preparing troops for battle. This event reflects the ongoing military conflicts and alliances in the divided kingdom era.
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