Key Figures — 2 Kings 3

4 figures

1. Jehoram

   King of Israel

   Jehoram, son of Ahab, reigned over Israel and sought alliance with Jehoshaphat and the king of Edom to fight against Moab.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings 1 (Jehoram's ascension to the throne)
   • 2 Kings 9 (Jehoram's death)

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2. Jehoshaphat

   King of Judah

   Jehoshaphat, known for his faithfulness to God, joined Jehoram in the battle against Moab, seeking the counsel of the prophet Elisha.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings 22 (Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab)
   • 2 Chronicles 20 (Jehoshaphat's prayer and victory)

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3. Elisha

   Prophet of God

   Elisha provided divine guidance and assurance of victory to the kings of Israel, Judah, and Edom, demonstrating God's power through the miraculous provision of water.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings 2 (Elisha's succession of Elijah)
   • 2 Kings 4 (Elisha's miracles)

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4. Mesha

   King of Moab

   Mesha rebelled against Israel after Ahab's death, leading to the conflict with the allied forces of Israel, Judah, and Edom.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings 1 (Moab's rebellion)
   • Amos 2:1 (Prophecy against Moab)

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