Jehudijah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jehudijah in the Bible?
Jehudijah was a female descendant of the tribe of Judah mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:18, identified as the daughter of Shelomith and wife of Henadad, with her name appearing in variant forms such as Ha-Jehudijah.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Jehudijah clarifies the complex genealogical records of post-exilic Judah, illustrating how biblical authors preserved specific familial lines to establish tribal identity and continuity after the Babylonian exile.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jehudijah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jehudijah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jehudijah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 4:18
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
"Jehudijah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jehudijah/