Jehosheba
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jehosheba in the Bible?
Jehosheba, daughter of King Jehoram of Judah, rescued the infant Jehoash from Queen Athaliah's massacre of the royal heirs by hiding him in the temple, thereby preserving the Davidic line.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding Jehosheba's intervention clarifies the political instability following King Ahaziah's death and highlights the pivotal role of the temple priesthood in restoring legitimate royal authority to the Davidic covenant.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jehosheba reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jehosheba in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jehosheba 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
"Jehosheba." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jehosheba/