8 In his days Edom revolted against e e the rule of Judah and set up a king over themselves. 9 Then Jehoram crossed over with his commanders and all his chariots with him. And he arose by night and struck down the Edomites who were surrounding him and the commanders of the chariots . 10 So Edom revolted against e e Judah to this day . Then Libnah revolted at the same time against e his rule , because he had forsaken the Lord God of his fathers .
Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 21:8-10
Commentary on 2 Chronicles 21:1-11
(Read 2 Chronicles 21:1-11)
Jehoram hated his brethren, and slew them, for the same reason that Cain hated Abel, and slew him, because their piety condemned his impiety. In the mystery of Providence such men sometimes prosper for a time; but the Lord has righteous purposes in permitting such events, part of which may now be made out, and the rest will be seen hereafter.