Bible Dictionary
Jehoahaz
Jehoahaz was the name of several kings and royal figures. It refers especially to a king of Israel who was oppressed by Syria and to Josiah’s son, who ruled Judah briefly before being taken to Egypt.
Biblical Usage
The Israelite Jehoahaz followed the evil ways of Jeroboam, suffered under Syrian oppression, and sought the Lord in distress. The Judean Jehoahaz, son of Josiah, reigned three months, was deposed by Pharaoh-necho, carried to Egypt, and died there.
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