5 pairs
2 Chronicles 21:6 notes that Jehoram walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, like the house of Ahab, which is paralleled in 1 Kings 16:31 where Ahab is described as doing evil in the sight of the Lord, following the sins of Jeroboam.
Thematic focusIdolatry, Influence of Evil Leadership.
2 Chronicles 21:7 highlights God's promise to maintain David's lineage despite Jehoram's wickedness, reflecting the covenant made with David in 2 Samuel 7:12-16, where God promises to establish David's throne forever.
Thematic focusDavidic Covenant, God's Faithfulness.
2 Chronicles 21:12 mentions a letter from Elijah to Jehoram, which is significant as Elijah was a prophet during the time of Ahab, as seen in 1 Kings 19:2, where Elijah confronts Ahab and Jezebel.
Thematic focusProphetic Warning, Judgment.
2 Chronicles 21:16 describes the Lord stirring up the Philistines and Arabians against Jehoram, contrasting with 2 Chronicles 17:10 where Jehoshaphat, Jehoram's father, had peace with surrounding nations due to his faithfulness.
Thematic focusDivine Retribution, Consequences of Unfaithfulness.
2 Chronicles 21:20 notes that Jehoram departed without being desired, similar to 2 Chronicles 24:25 where Joash is not honored at his death due to his unfaithfulness.
Thematic focusLegacy, Consequences of Leadership.