Jehoiachin
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jehoiachin in the Bible?
Jehoiachin ruled Judah for three months in 597 BC before surrendering to the Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar II and being exiled to Babylon, where he remained a prisoner for thirty-seven years before being released by Amel-Marduk.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding Jehoiachin's exile clarifies the historical context of the Babylonian captivity, illustrating the fulfillment of prophetic warnings regarding the consequences of covenant unfaithfulness and providing the backdrop for the later return of exiles.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jehoiachin reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jehoiachin in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jehoiachin 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
"Jehoiachin." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jehoiachin/