Josaphat
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Josaphat in the Bible?
A king of Judah, mentioned in Matthew's genealogy of Christ.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Josaphat in the genealogy helps readers trace the ancestral lineage of Jesus Christ back through the royal house of David.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Josaphat reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Josaphat in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Josaphat 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
"Josaphat." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/josaphat/