Abiah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Abiah in the Bible?
Abiah is a Hebrew personal name meaning 'Yahweh is my father'. It appears in the Old Testament as a name for several individuals, including a king of Judah.
SIGNIFICANCE
The name reflects the common ancient Israelite practice of theophoric naming to denote divine kinship or protection. It helps historians track genealogical lineages and royal successions in biblical narratives.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Abiah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Abiah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does 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
"Abiah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/abiah/