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In his days Edom revolted from under the hand of Judah, and made a king over themselves.
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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
Edom, which had been subdued by David (2 Samuel 8:14; 1 Kings 11:15–16) but had apparently revolted from Solomon ([Referenc…
19th Century
Anglican
In his days Edom revolted. —The connection of ideas is this: Although Jehovah was not willing to destroy Judah completely…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
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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