Who was Jezebel?
Queen of Israel's apostasy
Jezebel was the wife of King Ahab of Israel, according to the Hebrew Bible. She was a Phoenician princess and was known for her strong devotion to the Phoenician god Baal and her opposition to the worship of the God of Israel.
The story of Jezebel
She is often depicted as a wicked queen who used her influence to promote idolatry and wickedness in the kingdom of Israel. Jezebel is also remembered for her persecution of the prophet Elijah and her attempts to eliminate the worship of Yahweh. According to the Bible, Jezebel was ultimately thrown from a window and eaten by dogs, as prophesied by Elijah.
- Name meaning
- I will translate the name meaning of Jezebel into English. The name meaning is: "uncertain, possibly "where is the prince?" or "unexalted
- Name origin
- Hebrew
- Role
- Queen consort
- First mention
- 1 Kings 16:31
- Appearances in the Bible
- 20 mentions
Jezebel in the Bible
Chapters that mention Jezebel
Coloring pages with Jezebel
Questions about Jezebel
Who was Jezebel in the Bible?
Jezebel was the wife of King Ahab of Israel, according to the Hebrew Bible. She was a Phoenician princess and was known for her strong devotion to the Phoenician god Baal and her opposition to the worship of the God of Israel. She is often depicted as a wicked queen who used her influence to promote idolatry and wickedness in the kingdom of Israel. Jezebel is also remembered for her persecution of the prophet Elijah and her attempts to eliminate the worship of Yahweh. According to the Bible, Jezebel was ultimately thrown from a window and eaten by dogs, as prophesied by Elijah.
What does the name Jezebel mean?
The name Jezebel means “I will translate the name meaning of Jezebel into English. The name meaning is: "uncertain, possibly "where is the prince?" or "unexalted”. Origin: Hebrew.
Where is Jezebel first mentioned in the Bible?
Jezebel is first mentioned in 1 Kings 16:31.
How many times is Jezebel mentioned in the Bible?
Number of mentions in the Bible: 20.
Who were the parents of Jezebel?
Parents: Ethbaal.
Who was the spouse of Jezebel?
Spouse: Ahab.
Who were the children of Jezebel?
Children: Ahaziah.
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