And in the fourteenth year came Chedorlaomer, and the kings that were with him, and smote the Rephaims in Ashteroth Karnaim, and the Zuzims in Ham, and the Emims in Shaveh Kiriathaim,
In the fourteenth year, Chedorlaomer and the kings who were with him came and defeated the Rephaites in Ashteroth Karnaim, the Zuzites in Ham, and the Emites in Shaveh Kiriathaim.
This verse describes how a coalition of eastern kings led by Chedorlaomer conquered various giant tribes in different cities during their military campaign.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of Genesis 14, Chedorlaomer, the king of Elam, led a coalition of eastern kings to attack and subdue rebellious territories in the ancient Near East, as a response to the local kings in the Jordan Valley ceasing their tribute payments after 12 years. This event reflects the power struggles and military campaigns common in that era, where regional alliances were formed to maintain control over trade routes and resources. The verse specifically details the conquest of certain peoples, setting the stage for Abram's later involvement in the story.
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