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An Ancient Prophecy Fulfilled
Commentators highlight that Edom's successful revolt was not a random political event. It was the fulfillment of Isaac's ancient prophecy to Esau, the ancestor of the Edomites, in Genesis 27:40. This prophecy stated that his descendants would eventually break free from his brother's (Jacob/Judah's) rule, showing God's sovereign hand in history.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 8:20
18th Century
Theologian
Edom, which had been subdued by David (2 Samuel 8:14; 1 Kings 11:15–16) but had apparently revolted from Solomon ([Referenc…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 8:20
19th Century
Bishop
In his days Edom revolted. —The connection of ideas is this: Although Jehovah was not willing to destroy Judah completely…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 8:20
17th Century
Pastor
In his days Edom revolted from under the hand of Judah
Who had been tributary to Judah ever since the times of David…
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 8:16–24
17th Century
Minister
A general idea is given of Jehoram's badness. His father, no doubt, had him taught the true knowledge of the Lord, but did wrong to marry him to th…