Jehozabad is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, known for his role in the events surrounding the reigns of the kings of Judah. His name, Jehozabad, means "Yahweh has bestowed" or "Yahweh has given," reflecting the theocentric nature of Hebrew names during the period.

1. Jehozabad, the Son of Shomer

Jehozabad, the son of Shomer, is most notably recognized for his involvement in the assassination of King Joash of Judah. This event is recorded in 2 Kings 12:20-21 and 2 Chronicles 24:25-26. Jehozabad, along with another conspirator named Jozacar, son of Shimeath, struck down Joash in a plot that arose due to the king's departure from the ways of the Lord and his subsequent actions against the prophet Zechariah, son of Jehoiada the priest. The Berean Standard Bible recounts this incident as follows:

"His servants conspired against him and killed Joash at the house of Millo, on the road that goes down to Silla. His servants Jozacar the son of Shimeath and Jehozabad the son of Shomer struck him down, and he died. And they buried him with his fathers in the City of David, and his son Amaziah reigned in his place." (2 Kings 12:20-21)

This act of regicide was seen as divine retribution for Joash's apostasy and his murder of Zechariah, highlighting the biblical theme of divine justice.

2. Jehozabad, a Levite

Another individual named Jehozabad is mentioned in the context of King Jehoshaphat's reign. This Jehozabad was a Levite who played a role in the religious reforms initiated by Jehoshaphat. In 2 Chronicles 17:7-9, Jehoshaphat sent officials, Levites, and priests throughout the cities of Judah to teach the people the Book of the Law of the Lord. Jehozabad was among those Levites, indicating his involvement in the spiritual education and revival of the nation.

"In the third year of his reign, Jehoshaphat sent his officials... and with them the Levites... and Jehozabad... to teach in the cities of Judah. They taught throughout Judah, taking with them the Book of the Law of the LORD. They went throughout the towns of Judah and taught the people." (2 Chronicles 17:7-9)

This Jehozabad's participation in the dissemination of God's Law underscores the importance of religious instruction and adherence to divine commandments in maintaining the covenant relationship between God and His people.

3. Jehozabad, a Warrior

A third mention of a Jehozabad occurs in the context of King David's mighty warriors. In 1 Chronicles 12:4, Jehozabad is listed among the valiant men who joined David at Ziklag while he was fleeing from King Saul. These warriors were instrumental in supporting David's rise to power and establishing his kingdom.

"Ismaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the Thirty and a leader over the Thirty; Jeremiah, Jahaziel, Johanan, Jozabad the Gederathite..." (1 Chronicles 12:4)

This Jehozabad, identified as a Gederathite, is noted for his bravery and loyalty, qualities that were essential in the turbulent period of David's ascent to the throne.

Conclusion

The various individuals named Jehozabad in the Bible illustrate different aspects of service and loyalty, whether in the context of political intrigue, religious reform, or military allegiance. Each Jehozabad played a role in the unfolding narrative of Israel's history, reflecting the complex interplay of faith, leadership, and divine providence.Jehozabad

the Lord's dowry; having a dowry

Jehozabad

(whom Jehovah gave).

1. A Korhite Levite, second son of Obed-edom, and one of the porters of the south gate of the temple and of the storehouse there in the time of David. (1 Chronicles 26:4,15) compared with Nehe 12:25 (B.C. 1014.)
2. A Benjamite, captain of 180,000 armed men, in the days of King Jehoshaphat. (2 Chronicles 17:18) (B.C. 910.)
3. Son of Shomer or Shimrith, a Moabitish woman, who with another conspired against King Joash and slew him in his bed. (2 Kings 2:21; 2 Chronicles 24:26) (B.C. 837.)

Jehovah-given.

(1.) The son of Obed-edom (1 Chronicles 26:4), one of the Levite porters.

(2.) The son of Shomer, one of the two conspirators who put king Jehoash to death in Millo in Jerusalem (2 Kings 12:21).

(3.) 2 Chronicles 17:18.

JEHOZABAD

je-hoz'-a-bad (yehozabhadh, "Yahweh has bestowed"):

(1) A servant of King Jehoash of Judah. According to 2 Kings 12:21 (22), he was a son of Shomer, but 2 Chronicles 24:26 makes him "son of Shimrith the Moabitess."

(2) A Korahite doorkeeper, son of Obed-edom (1 Chronicles 26:4).

(3) A Benjamite, one of King Jehoshaphat's warriors (2 Chronicles 17:18).

3075. Yehozabad -- "the LORD has bestowed," name of a number of ...
... Transliteration: Yehozabad Phonetic Spelling: (yeh-ho-zaw-bawd') Short Definition:
Jehozabad. ... NASB Word Usage Jehozabad (4). Jehozabad. ...
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Concerning Jehoshaphat the King of Jerusalem and How Ahab Made an ...
... under him. There was another chief, whose name was Jehozabad, who had a
hundred and fourscore thousand armed men. This multitude ...
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Jehozabad (4 Occurrences)
...JEHOZABAD. je-hoz'-a-bad (yehozabhadh, "Yahweh has bestowed"): (1) A servant of
King Jehoash of Judah. ... Multi-Version Concordance Jehozabad (4 Occurrences). ...
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Jeho'zabad (2 Occurrences)
... Jehozabad, Jeho'zabad. Jehoz'abad . ... 2 Chronicles 17:18 and next to him Jehozabad,
and with him a hundred and fourscore thousand ready prepared for war. ...
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Shimeath (2 Occurrences)
... In the older account in Kings the names of the conspirators are given as "Jozakar
the son of shim`ath, and Jehozabad the son of shemer." The two names are both ...
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Shimrith (1 Occurrence)
... SHIMRITH. shim'-rith (shimrith, "guard," feminine): A Moabitess, the mother of
Jehozabad, one of those that conspired against King Joash (2 Chronicles 24:26). ...
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Jozacar (1 Occurrence)
... joz'-a-kar, jo-za'-kar (yozakhar, "Yahweh has remembered"; the King James Version
Jozachar): Servant and murderer (with Jehozabad)of Joash, king of Judah (2 ...
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Shomer (3 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Watchman. (1.) The mother of Jehozabad, who murdered Joash
(2 Kings 12:21); called also Shimrith, a Moabitess (2 Chronicles 24:26). ...
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180000 (1 Occurrence)
... 180000 (1 Occurrence). 2 Chronicles 17:18 and next to him Jehozabad and with him
one hundred eighty thousand ready prepared for war. (See NAS). ...
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Zabad (8 Occurrences)
... 2 Chronicles 24:26 These are those who conspired against him: Zabad the son of Shimeath
the Ammonitess, and Jehozabad the son of Shimrith the Moabitess. ...
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Nethaneel (14 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 26:4 Moreover the sons of Obededom were, Shemaiah the firstborn, Jehozabad
the second, Joah the third, and Sacar the fourth, and Nethaneel the ...
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Nethan'el (14 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 26:4 And Obed-edom had sons: Shemaiah the first-born, Jehozabad the
second, Joah the third, and Sacar the fourth, and Nethanel the fifth; (See RSV ...
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