Jecoliah
LocationsGeographical Setting
Jecoliah is a biblical toponym identified in the Hebrew Bible as a settlement within the territory of Judah.
What is the meaning of Jecoliah in the Bible?
A city mentioned in 2 Kings 15:2 and 2 Chronicles 26:3, which is also referred to as Jechiliah and Jehoahaz.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Jecoliah helps readers understand the specific administrative or territorial divisions of the Kingdom of Judah during the reigns of kings such as Azariah and Uzziah.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Jecoliah held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jecoliah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jecoliah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
2 Kings 15:22 Chronicles 26:3
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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
"Jecoliah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jecoliah/