The term "Jezreelite" refers to an inhabitant of Jezreel, a city and region of significant historical and biblical importance in ancient Israel. The name "Jezreel" means "God sows" or "May God make fruitful," reflecting the fertile nature of the valley in which it is located. The Jezreel Valley, also known as the Plain of Esdraelon, is a large, fertile plain in the northern part of Israel, stretching from the Mediterranean Sea to the Jordan Valley.

Biblical References:

1. Naboth the Jezreelite: One of the most notable Jezreelites mentioned in the Bible is Naboth. His account is found in 1 Kings 21. Naboth owned a vineyard in Jezreel, which was coveted by King Ahab. When Naboth refused to sell or exchange his vineyard, Queen Jezebel orchestrated a plot to have him falsely accused and executed. This act of injustice led to a prophetic judgment against Ahab and his house. The account highlights themes of covetousness, injustice, and divine retribution. The Berean Standard Bible states: "But Naboth replied, 'The LORD forbid that I should give you the inheritance of my fathers.'" (1 Kings 21:3).

2. Jezreel in Prophecy: The city of Jezreel is also significant in prophetic literature. Hosea uses the name symbolically to convey messages of judgment and restoration. In Hosea 1:4-5, God commands Hosea to name his son Jezreel, as a sign of impending judgment on the house of Jehu for the bloodshed at Jezreel. Yet, later in Hosea 2:22, Jezreel becomes a symbol of hope and restoration: "And the earth will respond to the grain, the new wine, and oil, and they will respond to Jezreel." (Hosea 2:22).

3. Jezreel in the Reign of Jehu: Jezreel was a royal city during the reign of King Ahab and later became the site of significant events during the reign of Jehu. Jehu's rise to power involved the execution of Joram, king of Israel, and Ahaziah, king of Judah, at Jezreel (2 Kings 9:14-29). This fulfilled the prophecy of Elijah concerning the house of Ahab.

Historical and Geographical Context:

Jezreel was strategically located, serving as a crossroads for trade and military routes. Its fertile land made it an agricultural hub, contributing to its economic and strategic importance. The city itself was fortified and served as a royal residence during the reign of Ahab and Jezebel.

Cultural and Theological Significance:

The narrative of Naboth the Jezreelite underscores the biblical principles of justice, the sanctity of inheritance, and the consequences of sin. The account serves as a moral lesson on the dangers of covetousness and the abuse of power. The prophetic use of Jezreel in Hosea illustrates God's sovereignty in judgment and mercy, emphasizing themes of repentance and restoration.

In summary, the term "Jezreelite" encapsulates a rich tapestry of historical, geographical, and theological elements within the biblical narrative, offering insights into the life and times of ancient Israel.JEZREELITE

jez'-re-el-it, jez'-rel-it ha-yizre`e'li): applied to Naboth, a native of Jezreel (1) (1 Kings 21:1, etc.).

5022. Naboth -- a Jezreelite
... 5021, 5022. Naboth. 5023 . a Jezreelite. Transliteration: Naboth Phonetic
Spelling: (naw-both') Short Definition: Naboth. Word Origin ...
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3158. Yizreeli -- an inhabitant of Jezreel
... an inhabitant of Jezreel. Transliteration: Yizreeli Phonetic Spelling:
(yiz-reh-ay-lee') Short Definition: Jezreelite. ... of Jezreel NASB Word Usage Jezreelite ( ...
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Royal Murderers
... THE FIRST BOOK OF KINGS ROYAL MURDERERS. 'And it came to pass after these things,
that Naboth the Jezreelite had a vineyard, which was in Jezreel, hard by the ...
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The Fall of the House of Ahab
... still a prophet in Israel. Hard by the palace of the king was a vineyard
belonging to Naboth, a Jezreelite. Ahab set his heart on ...
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The End of Ahab's Selfish Family
... Then Joram said, "Get my chariot ready," and when it was ready he went to meet
Jehu and found him in the field of Naboth the Jezreelite. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/sherman/the childrens bible/the end of ahabs selfish.htm

Ahab the Thief
... THE OLD TESTAMENT AHAB THE THIEF. Now Naboth, the Jezreelite, had a vineyard
in Jezreel next to the palace of Ahab, who ruled at Samaria. ...
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CHAP. I. -II. 3 (II. 1).
... When Jehu approached Jezreel, Joram the son of Ahab went out against him,
and met him in the portion of Naboth the Jezreelite, ver.21. ...
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Jezreelite (9 Occurrences)
...JEZREELITE. jez'-re-el-it, jez'-rel-it ha-yizre`e'li): applied to Naboth, a native
of Jezreel (1) (1 Kings 21:1, etc.). ...Jezreelite (9 Occurrences). ...
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Naboth (18 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Fruits, "the Jezreelite," was the owner of a portion of
ground on the eastern slope of the hill of Jezreel (2 Kings 9:25, 26). ...
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Vine-garden (43 Occurrences)
... it. (BBE). 1 Kings 21:1 Now Naboth the Jezreelite had a vine-garden in
Jezreel, near the house of Ahab, king of Samaria. (BBE). 1 ...
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Vineyard (69 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 21:1 It happened after these things, that Naboth the Jezreelite had a vineyard,
which was in Jezreel, hard by the palace of Ahab king of Samaria. ...
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Jez'ebel (19 Occurrences)
... of Israel? arise, and eat bread, and let thy heart be merry; I will give
thee the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite.' (See RSV). 1 ...
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Rode (22 Occurrences)
... king of Israel and Ahaziah king of Judah went out, each in his chariot, and they
went out to meet Jehu, and found him in the portion of Naboth the Jezreelite. ...
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Jezebel (20 Occurrences)
... Thus was the prophecy fulfilled. (Some commentaries hold that Naboth's vineyard
and Ahab's garden were in Samaria, and Naboth a Jezreelite. ...
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Jezreelitess (5 Occurrences)

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Sell (58 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 21:6 He said to her, "Because I spoke to Naboth the Jezreelite, and said
to him,'Give me your vineyard for money; or else, if it pleases you, I will ...
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Jezreel (37 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 21:1 It happened after these things, that Naboth the Jezreelite had a vineyard,
which was in Jezreel, hard by the palace of Ahab king of Samaria. ...
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