Jehoahaz facts for kids

Jehoahaz or Joachaz was a name used by several important people mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. The name means "Yahweh has held," showing a connection to God. It was a common name for kings in ancient times.

Who Was Jehoahaz?

The name Jehoahaz belonged to different kings from two ancient kingdoms: Israel and Judah. These kingdoms were part of a larger area in the Middle East. Each Jehoahaz had a unique story and ruled during different periods. Understanding who they were helps us learn about the history of these ancient lands.

Jehoahaz, King of Israel

One of the kings named Jehoahaz ruled the northern kingdom of Israel. He was the eleventh king of Israel and the son of Jehu, another famous king. Jehoahaz ruled from around 815 to 801 BC. During his time, Israel faced many challenges, especially from powerful neighboring kingdoms.

Jehoahaz, King of Judah

Another king named Jehoahaz ruled the southern kingdom of Judah. He was the seventeenth king of Judah and the son of Josiah, who was known as a good king. This Jehoahaz ruled for a short time around 609 BC. His reign was during a very difficult period for Judah, as powerful empires like Egypt and Babylon were growing.

Other Important People Named Jehoahaz

The name Jehoahaz was also used for other significant figures:

• Ahaziah of Judah: The youngest son of Jehoram of Judah, another king of Judah, was sometimes called Jehoahaz. He is more commonly known as Ahaziah of Judah. You can find mentions of him in the 2 Chronicles (21:17; 22:1, 6, 8, 9).
• Ahaz of Judah: The full name of Ahaz of Judah was also Jehoahaz. He is mentioned by this name in the records of Tiglath-Pileser III, a powerful Assyrian king.

See also

• In Spanish: Joacaz para niños