Topical Encyclopedia Name and Meaning: Jehoi'achin, also known as Jeconiah or Coniah, was the nineteenth king of Judah. His name means "Yahweh establishes" or "Yahweh will uphold."Biblical References: Jehoi'achin's account is primarily found in 2 Kings 24:8-17, 2 Chronicles 36:9-10, and Jeremiah 22:24-30. He is also mentioned in the genealogies of Jesus in Matthew 1:11-12. Historical Context: Jehoi'achin ascended to the throne of Judah at the age of eighteen, following the reign of his father, Jehoiakim. His reign was during a tumultuous period marked by the Babylonian threat under King Nebuchadnezzar II. Jehoi'achin's rule lasted for only three months and ten days before he was deposed and taken into Babylonian captivity. Reign and Captivity: Jehoi'achin's brief reign is characterized by the continuation of the idolatrous practices of his predecessors, which provoked the LORD's anger. The Berean Standard Bible states, "Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem three months. His mother’s name was Nehushta daughter of Elnathan; she was from Jerusalem. And he did evil in the sight of the LORD, just as his father had done" (2 Kings 24:8-9). During his short reign, Nebuchadnezzar besieged Jerusalem, leading to Jehoi'achin's surrender. He, along with his family, officials, and many of the elite of Judah, were exiled to Babylon. The BSB records, "At that time the servants of Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon marched to Jerusalem, and the city came under siege. And King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon came to the city while his servants were besieging it. Then King Jehoiachin of Judah, his mother, his servants, his officials, and his eunuchs surrendered to the king of Babylon" (2 Kings 24:10-12). Prophetic Significance: The prophet Jeremiah pronounced a curse on Jehoi'achin, declaring that none of his descendants would prosper on the throne of David. Jeremiah 22:30 states, "This is what the LORD says: 'Record this man as childless, a man who will not prosper in his lifetime. None of his descendants will succeed in sitting on the throne of David or ruling again in Judah.'" Later Life and Release: Jehoi'achin spent thirty-seven years in Babylonian captivity. However, his fortunes changed when Evil-Merodach (Amel-Marduk), the successor of Nebuchadnezzar, released him from prison. The BSB notes, "In the thirty-seventh year of the exile of Jehoiachin king of Judah, in the year Evil-Merodach became king of Babylon, he released Jehoiachin king of Judah from prison on the twenty-seventh day of the twelfth month" (2 Kings 25:27). Jehoi'achin was given a place of honor at the Babylonian court for the remainder of his life. Genealogical Importance: Despite the curse pronounced by Jeremiah, Jehoi'achin's lineage continued, and he is listed in the genealogy of Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Matthew. This inclusion highlights the fulfillment of God's promises through the Davidic line, despite human failures and divine judgments. Theological Implications: Jehoi'achin's life serves as a testament to the consequences of disobedience to God and the enduring nature of divine judgment. Yet, his eventual release from captivity and inclusion in the Messianic line underscore God's grace and the ultimate fulfillment of His redemptive plan through Jesus Christ. Concordance Jehoi'achin's (1 Occurrence)2 Kings 24:17 Thesaurus Jehoi'achin's (1 Occurrence)Jehoi'achin's. Jehoiachin's, Jehoi'achin's. Jehoiada . Multi-Version Concordance Jehoi'achin's (1 Occurrence). 2 Kings 24:17 And ... /j/jehoi'achin's.htm - 6k Jehoiachin's (3 Occurrences) Jehoiada (51 Occurrences) Resources Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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