Abia; Abiah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Abia; Abiah in the Bible?
A variant spelling of the name Abijah, referring to multiple biblical figures including a son of Eli, a son of Jeroboam, and a son of Jehoiada.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Abiah as a variant of Abijah aids in identifying specific lineage and historical context for characters in the books of Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Abia; Abiah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Abia; Abiah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Abia; Abiah clarify?
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Abia; Abiah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/abia-abiah/