Jehoram יְהוֹרָם
A Levite sent by Jehoshaphat to teach.
Who is Jehoram in the Bible?
Jehoram was a Levite commissioned by King Jehoshaphat of Judah to teach the Book of the Law throughout the cities of Judah, as recorded in 2 Chronicles 17:8. He served as part of a larger delegation that included other Levites, officials, and priests, all working together to educate the people in God's commandments and covenant requirements. His role demonstrates the importance that Jehoshaphat placed on religious instruction and the spiritual formation of his kingdom during a period of religious reform in Judah.
Biography
Jehoram was a Levite who was sent by King Jehoshaphat of Judah to teach the Book of the Law in the cities of Judah. He was part of a group of Levites, officials, and priests tasked with instructing the people in the ways of the Lord.
In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Chronicles 1 verse
- 2 Chronicles 17:8
"accompanied by certain Levites—Shemaiah, Nethaniah, Zebadiah, Asahel, Shemiramoth, Jehonathan, Adonijah, Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah—along with the priests Elishama and Jehoram."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְהוֹרָם |