Who was Zedekiah?
Last King of Judah
Zedekiah was the last king of Judah, ruling from 597 to 586 BC. He was the son of King Josiah and the successor to King Jehoiachin.
The story of Zedekiah
According to the Bible, he was made king of Judah by the Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar II. He was known for his rebellion against Babylon, which led to the destruction of the city of Jerusalem and the end of the kingdom of Judah. Zedekiah was captured by the Babylonians, and his sons were killed in front of him before his eyes were put out and he was taken captive to Babylon.
The exact date of his death is unknown, but it is believed to have occurred some time after 586 BC.
- Name meaning
- The Lord is my justice
- Name origin
- Hebrew
- Role
- King of Judah
- First mention
- 1 Kings 22:11
- Appearances in the Bible
- 61 mentions
Zedekiah in the Bible
Chapters that mention Zedekiah
Questions about Zedekiah
Who was Zedekiah in the Bible?
Zedekiah was the last king of Judah, ruling from 597 to 586 BC. He was the son of King Josiah and the successor to King Jehoiachin. According to the Bible, he was made king of Judah by the Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar II. He was known for his rebellion against Babylon, which led to the destruction of the city of Jerusalem and the end of the kingdom of Judah. Zedekiah was captured by the Babylonians, and his sons were killed in front of him before his eyes were put out and he was taken captive to Babylon. The exact date of his death is unknown, but it is believed to have occurred some time after 586 BC.
What does the name Zedekiah mean?
The name Zedekiah means “The Lord is my justice”. Origin: Hebrew.
Where is Zedekiah first mentioned in the Bible?
Zedekiah is first mentioned in 1 Kings 22:11.
How many times is Zedekiah mentioned in the Bible?
Number of mentions in the Bible: 61.
Who were the parents of Zedekiah?
Parents: Josiah and Hamutal.
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