Biblical References:
Jotbah is mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in 2 Kings 21:19. The Berean Standard Bible states: "Amon was twenty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem two years. His mother’s name was Meshullemeth daughter of Haruz; she was from Jotbah."

Historical and Geographical Context:
Jotbah is identified as the hometown of Meshullemeth, the mother of King Amon of Judah. The exact location of Jotbah is not definitively known, and it is not frequently mentioned in biblical texts, which suggests it may have been a smaller or less significant settlement during the time of the monarchy in Judah. The lack of additional references in the Bible or other historical records leaves its precise geographical location open to speculation. Some scholars suggest it could have been located in the region of Judah, given its association with the Judean monarchy.

Cultural and Theological Significance:
While Jotbah itself is not a focal point of biblical narrative, its mention provides insight into the familial and maternal lineage of King Amon. The inclusion of Meshullemeth's origin in the biblical text underscores the importance of maternal heritage and family connections in the historical accounts of the kings of Judah. This reflects the broader biblical theme of lineage and heritage, which is significant throughout the Scriptures, particularly in the genealogies that trace the lineage of key figures.

Related Biblical Themes:
The mention of Jotbah in the context of King Amon's reign ties into the broader narrative of the kings of Judah and Israel, where the moral and spiritual conduct of the kings is often highlighted. Amon's reign is characterized by idolatry and evil in the sight of the LORD, as noted in 2 Kings 21:20-22 : "And he did evil in the sight of the LORD, as his father Manasseh had done. He walked in all the ways of his father, and he served and worshiped the idols his father had served. He abandoned the LORD, the God of his fathers, and did not walk in the way of the LORD."

The brief mention of Jotbah serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of personal, familial, and national histories in the biblical narrative. It highlights the importance of understanding the background and influences on the leaders of Israel and Judah, as these factors often played a role in their faithfulness or unfaithfulness to God.

Conclusion:
While Jotbah is a minor reference in the biblical text, its mention contributes to the rich tapestry of historical and familial details that form the backdrop of the biblical narrative. It serves as a reminder of the importance of heritage and the influence of family in the spiritual and moral direction of Israel's leaders.Jotbah

(goodness), the native place of Meshullemeth, the queen of Manasseh. (2 Kings 21:19)

JOTBAH

jot'-ba (yoTbah, "pleasantness"): The home of Meshullemeth, the mother of King Amon, daughter of Haruz (2 Kings 21:19). It may be the same as JOTBATHAH (which see).

3192. Yotbah -- "pleasantness," a city probably in Judah
... 3191, 3192. Yotbah. 3193 . "pleasantness," a city probably in Judah.
Transliteration: Yotbah Phonetic Spelling: (yot-baw') Short Definition: Jotbah. ... Jotbah. ...
/hebrew/3192.htm - 6kJotbah (4 Occurrences)
...JOTBAH. jot'-ba (yoTbah, "pleasantness"): The home of Meshullemeth, the mother of
King Amon, daughter of Haruz (2 Kings 21:19). ...Jotbah (4 Occurrences). ...
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Jot'bathah (3 Occurrences)
... Numbers 33:33 And they journeyed from Hor-haggidgad, and pitched in Jotbah. (See
RSV). Numbers 33:34 And they journeyed from Jotbah, and pitched in Abronah. ...
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Meshullemeth (1 Occurrence)
... She is further designated "daughter of Haruz of Jotbah." This is the earliest instance
of the birthplace being added to the designation of the queen mother. ...
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Jotbath (1 Occurrence)

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Jotapata

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Gud'godah (1 Occurrence)
... Gud'godah (1 Occurrence). Deuteronomy 10:7 From thence they journeyed unto Gudgod;
and from Gudgod to Jotbah, a land of brooks of water.-- (See RSV). ...
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Twenty-two (26 Occurrences)
... was twenty-two years old when he began to reign; and he reigned two years in Jerusalem:
and his mother's name was Meshullemeth the daughter of Haruz of Jotbah. ...
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Meshul'lemeth (1 Occurrence)
... twenty and two years old when he began to reign; and he reigned two years in Jerusalem;
and his mother's name was Meshullemeth the daughter of Haruz of Jotbah. ...
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Abro'nah (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Abro'nah (2 Occurrences). Numbers 33:34 And they
journeyed from Jotbah, and pitched in Abronah. (See RSV). ...
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Hor-haggid'gad (2 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). Numbers 33:33 And they journeyed from Hor-haggidgad, and pitched in Jotbah.
(See RSV). Hor-haggidgad, Hor-haggid'gad. Horhagidgad . Reference Bible
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