Who was Joram?

King of Judah

The story of Joram

Joram - King
Joram - King
King

Joram was a biblical figure who was the son of Ahab, King of Israel, and Jezebel, Queen of Israel. He was the brother of Ahaziah, King of Judah, and the half-brother of Jehoram, King of Israel. He was the grandson of Omri, King of Israel. Joram was best known for his role in the Battle of Ramoth-Gilead, where he was killed by Jehu, the commander of the army of Israel. He was also known for his wickedness and idolatry, which led to the destruction of the kingdom of Israel. Joram was a wicked king who led the people of Israel into idolatry and sin. He was known for his cruelty and for his persecution of the prophets of God. He was also known for his alliance with the King of Syria, which led to the destruction of the kingdom of Israel. Joram was eventually killed by Jehu, the commander of the army of Israel, in the Battle of Ramoth-Gilead. His death marked the end of the kingdom of Israel and the beginning of the kingdom of Judah. Joram was a biblical figure who was best known for his wickedness and idolatry, which led to the destruction of the kingdom of Israel. He was also known for his role in the Battle of Ramoth-Gilead, where he was killed by Jehu, the commander of the army of Israel.

Name meaning

Yahweh is exalted

Name origin

Hebrew

Role

King

First mention

2 Samuel 8:10

Appearances in the Bible

22 mentions

Family

Relatives of Joram

Joram in the Bible

Explore all 8 chapters where Joram appears

Matthew

Chapter 1

The Genealogy and Birth of Jesus

Matthew lists the genealogy of Jesus, showing that He is the promised Messiah and the son of Abraham and David.

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2 Samuel

Chapter 8

David's Military Campaigns

David continues to expand his kingdom through military conquest.

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2 Kings

Chapter 8

Jehoram's Reign and Death in Israel

Jehoram becomes king of Israel and leads the people into idolatry, eventually dying a painful death.

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2 Kings

Chapter 9

Jehu Anointed King of Israel

Jehu is anointed king of Israel by one of the sons of the prophet Elisha.

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2 Kings

Chapter 11

Athaliah Overthrown

Athaliah becomes queen of Judah and promotes idolatry, leading to her eventual overthrow and death.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 3

Sons of David

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 26

Duties of Gatekeepers, Treasurers, and Other Levites

The division of the priests and Levites into groups for the service of the temple, including the organization of musicia...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 22

Athaliah's Usurpation

The narrative unfolds the turbulent period of Athaliah's usurpation, highlighting the struggles faced by the legitimate ...

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