Old Testament
Adoram
A royal official who oversaw forced labor under King David, Solomon, and Rehoboam.
Adoram served as the official in charge of forced labor during the reigns of David, Solomon, and Rehoboam. His tenure ended tragically when he was sent by Rehoboam to negotiate with the rebellious northern tribes and was stoned to death. His death marks a pivotal moment in the division of the kingdom of Israel.
In the text
- Verses
- 4
- Books
- 3
- First appears
- 2 Samuel 20:24
- Last appears
- 2 Chronicles 10:18
Where Adoram appears
4 verses · 4 chaptersIn the same books
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- Adonijah25 versesThe fourth son of David who attempted to seize the throne of Israel before Solomon was established as king.
- Hiram17 versesThe King of Tyre who provided cedar, gold, and skilled craftsmen for the construction of David and Solomon's palaces.
- Amasa11 versesAmasa was David's nephew and commander of the army who was later betrayed and killed by Joab.
- Jehoshaphat67 versesA godly king of Judah who sought the Lord, reformed the nation's worship, and allied with the house of Ahab.
- Benaiah41 versesA valiant warrior and commander who served as captain of David's bodyguard and later as Solomon's army chief.
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