Bible Dictionary
Jeconiah
Jeconiah is another name for Jehoiachin, king of Judah. He was taken captive to Babylon and is also called Coniah in Jeremiah.
Definition
Jeconiah is another name for Jehoiachin, king of Judah. Its meaning is given as “whom Jehovah establishes.” He is also called Coniah in Jeremiah.
Biblical Usage
The name appears in genealogical and prophetic references to Jehoiachin.
Historical Background
Jeconiah is treated in the supplied material as an alternate form of the royal name Jehoiachin.
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom Jehovah establishes). [See Jehoiachin]
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>jek-o-ni'-a.</p><p>See JEHOIACHIN.</p>