Jehoahaz
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jehoahaz in the Bible?
Son of Jehu and the 11th king of Israel, Jehoahaz reigned for 17 years, inheriting a kingdom weakened by the military campaigns of Hazael and Ben-hadad of Aram.
SIGNIFICANCE
His reign illustrates the biblical theme of divine judgment through foreign oppression, showing how the Israelites' reliance on political alliances rather than covenantal fidelity led to subjugation under Assyria and Aram.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jehoahaz reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jehoahaz in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jehoahaz clarify?
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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
"Jehoahaz." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jehoahaz/