Azubah is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the genealogical and historical narratives of the Kings of Judah. Her name, Azubah, means "forsaken" or "desolate" in Hebrew, which may reflect cultural or familial circumstances surrounding her life or lineage.

1. Azubah, Wife of Caleb:

Azubah is first mentioned as the wife of Caleb, the son of Hezron, from the tribe of Judah. This Caleb is distinct from the more widely known Caleb, son of Jephunneh, who was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. The reference to Azubah as Caleb's wife is found in 1 Chronicles 2:18-19:

"Caleb son of Hezron had children by his wife Azubah and by Jerioth. These were her sons: Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon. When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur."

Azubah's role in the biblical narrative is primarily genealogical, contributing to the lineage of the tribe of Judah. Her children with Caleb are part of the ancestral line that would eventually lead to King David, underscoring her importance in the Davidic lineage.

2. Azubah, Mother of Jehoshaphat:

Another Azubah is mentioned as the mother of Jehoshaphat, the fourth king of the Kingdom of Judah. She was the wife of King Asa, one of the few kings of Judah noted for his faithfulness to God. This Azubah is referenced in 1 Kings 22:42 and 2 Chronicles 20:31:

"Jehoshaphat was thirty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem for twenty-five years. His mother’s name was Azubah daughter of Shilhi."

Azubah's mention in the context of her son Jehoshaphat's reign highlights her position within the royal family of Judah. Jehoshaphat is remembered for his efforts to follow the ways of the Lord, continuing the religious reforms initiated by his father, Asa. While the biblical text does not provide extensive details about Azubah's life or character, her inclusion in the royal genealogy signifies her role in the spiritual and political heritage of Judah.

Cultural and Theological Significance:

The name Azubah, meaning "forsaken," may carry symbolic weight, reflecting themes of redemption and restoration that are prevalent throughout the biblical narrative. In the context of the genealogies, Azubah's descendants played significant roles in the unfolding of God's covenantal promises to Israel, particularly through the line of Judah leading to the Messiah.

Azubah's presence in the biblical record, though brief, serves as a reminder of the often-overlooked contributions of women in the biblical genealogies and narratives. Her legacy is preserved through her descendants, who were instrumental in the history of Israel and the fulfillment of God's promises.Azubah

forsaken

Azubah

(forsaken).

1. Wife of Caleb, son of Hezron. (1 Chronicles 2:18,19)
2. Mother of King Jehoshaphat. (1 Kings 22:42; 2 Chronicles 20:31) (B.C. 950.)

Deserted.

(1.) The wife of Caleb (1 Chronicles 2:18, 19).

(2.) The daughter of Shilhi, and mother of king Jehoshaphat (1 Kings 22:42).

AZUBAH

a-zu'-ba (`azubhah, "desolation"):

(1) A wife of Caleb, by whom she had three sons (1 Chronicles 2:18f).

(2) The daughter of Shilhi and mother of King Jehoshaphat (1 Kings 22:42 2 Chronicles 20:31).

5806. Azubah -- two Israelite women
... Azubah. 5807 . two Israelite women. Transliteration: Azubah Phonetic Spelling:
(az-oo-baw') Short Definition: Azubah. ... women NASB Word Usage Azubah (4). Azubah. ...
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5805. azubah -- forsakenness, desolation
... 5804b, 5805. azubah. 5806 . forsakenness, desolation. Transliteration: azubah
Phonetic Spelling: (az-oo-baw') Short Definition: places. ... azubah. 5806 . ...
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How Zerah, King of the Ethiopians, was Beaten by Asa; and How Asa ...
... his son Jehoshaphat succeeded him in the government. He was born of Asa's
wife Azubah. And all men allowed that he followed the ...
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Azubah (4 Occurrences)
...AZUBAH. a-zu'-ba (`azubhah, "desolation"): (1) A wife of Caleb, by whom she
had three sons (1 Chronicles 2:18f). ...Azubah (4 Occurrences). ...
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Azu'bah (4 Occurrences)
Azu'bah. Azubah, Azu'bah. Azur . Multi-Version Concordance Azu'bah (4 Occurrences). ...
And his mother's name was Azubah the daughter of Shilhi. (See RSV). ...
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Jerioth (1 Occurrence)
... In 1 Chronicles 2:18, where Massoretic Text is corrupt, Kittel in his commentary
and in Biblical Hebrew reads "Caleb begat (children) of Azubah his wife ...
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Ardon (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Descendant, the last of the three sons of Caleb by his
first wife Azubah (1 Chronicles 2:18). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ARDON. ...
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Shilhi (2 Occurrences)
... Shilhim" (Joshua 15:32), and is therefore the name of place rather than that of
a person; he holds it to be the name of the birthplace of Azubah, the king's ...
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Jesher (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Uprightness, the first of the three sons of Caleb by Azubah
(1 Chronicles 2:18). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. JESHER. ...
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Thirty-five (9 Occurrences)
... twenty-five years in Jerusalem. His mother's name was Azubah the daughter
of Shilhi. (WEB BBE DBY NAS RSV NIV). 2 Chronicles 3:15 ...
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Twenty-five (36 Occurrences)
... reigned twenty-five years in Jerusalem. His mother's name was Azubah the daughter
of Shilhi. (WEB BBE DBY NAS RSV NIV). 2 Kings 14:2 He ...
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Reigning (57 Occurrences)
... is' a son of thirty and five years in his reigning, and twenty and five years he
hath reigned in Jerusalem, and the name of his mother 'is' Azubah daughter of ...
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Caleb (39 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 2:18 Caleb the son of Hezron became the father of children of Azubah
his wife, and of Jerioth; and these were her sons: Jesher, and Shobab, and ...
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