Shilhi
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Shilhi in the Bible?
Shilhi is the father of Azubah, mother of King Jehoshaphat, mentioned in 1 Kings 22:42 and 2 Chronicles 20:31. Some scholars suggest Shilhi may be a textual variant for Shilhim, a place name, rather than a person.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Shilhi clarifies the maternal lineage of King Jehoshaphat, offering context for the royal family's connections and the historical reliability of the biblical genealogies.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Shilhi reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shilhi in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shilhi clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Kings 22:422 Chronicles 20:31
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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
"Shilhi." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shilhi/