Jero'ham is a biblical figure mentioned in several passages of the Old Testament. His name, which means "may he be compassionate" or "cherished," appears in various genealogical and historical contexts, primarily within the books of 1 Samuel, 1 Chronicles, and 2 Chronicles. The name Jero'ham is associated with different individuals, each playing a distinct role in the narrative of Israel's history.

1. Jero'ham of the Tribe of Benjamin: Jero'ham is noted as an ancestor of Elkanah, the father of the prophet Samuel. In 1 Samuel 1:1, the genealogy of Elkanah is given: "There was a man from Ramathaim-zophim in the hill country of Ephraim, whose name was Elkanah son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephraimite." This lineage places Jero'ham within the tribe of Benjamin, highlighting his role in the heritage of one of Israel's most significant prophets.

2. Jero'ham of the Tribe of Levi: Another Jero'ham is mentioned in the genealogies of the Levites. In 1 Chronicles 6:27, he is listed as an ancestor of Heman, a prominent Levitical singer: "Eliab his son, Jeroham his son, Elkanah his son." This Jero'ham is part of the Kohathite branch of the Levites, emphasizing the importance of his lineage in the context of temple worship and music.

3. Jero'ham of Gedor: In 1 Chronicles 12:7, Jero'ham is identified as the father of warriors who joined David at Ziklag: "Joelah and Zebadiah, the sons of Jeroham from Gedor." This reference situates Jero'ham within the narrative of David's rise to power, illustrating the support David received from various tribes and families.

4. Jero'ham of the Tribe of Ephraim: In 2 Chronicles 23:1, Jero'ham is mentioned as the father of Azariah, one of the leaders who supported Jehoiada the priest in overthrowing Queen Athaliah: "In the seventh year, Jehoiada strengthened himself and made a covenant with the commanders of hundreds: Azariah son of Jeroham, Ishmael son of Jehohanan, Azariah son of Obed, Maaseiah son of Adaiah, and Elishaphat son of Zichri." This Jero'ham is part of a significant moment in Judah's history, contributing to the preservation of the Davidic line.

5. Jero'ham of the Tribe of Benjamin (Nehemiah): In Nehemiah 11:12, a Jero'ham is mentioned as part of the post-exilic community in Jerusalem: "and their associates who performed the work of the temple—822 men; Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pelaliah, the son of Amzi, the son of Zechariah, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah." This reference highlights the continuity of Levitical service and the restoration of worship practices after the Babylonian exile.

The various mentions of Jero'ham across different tribes and contexts underscore the commonality of the name in ancient Israel and the diverse roles individuals bearing this name played in the religious and political life of the nation. Each Jero'ham, whether as an ancestor of significant biblical figures or as a participant in pivotal historical events, contributes to the rich tapestry of Israel's history as recorded in the Scriptures.Jero'ham (10 Occurrences)

1 Samuel 1:1
Now there was a certain man of Ramathaim-zophim, of the hill-country of Ephraim, and his name was Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephraimite.
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1 Chronicles 6:27
Eliab his son, Jeroham his son, Elkanah his son.
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1 Chronicles 6:34
the son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah;
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1 Chronicles 8:27
and Jaareshiah, and Elijah, and Zichri, were the sons of Jeroham.
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1 Chronicles 9:8
and Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibneiah;
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1 Chronicles 9:12
and Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah, and Maasai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer;
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1 Chronicles 12:7
and Joelah, and Zebadiah, the sons of Jeroham of the troop.
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1 Chronicles 27:22
of Dan, Azarel the son of Jeroham. These were the captains of the tribes of Israel.
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2 Chronicles 23:1
And in the seventh year Jehoiada strengthened himself, and took the captains of hundreds, Azariah the son of Jeroham, and Ishmael the son of Jehohanan, and Azariah the son of Obed, and Maaseiah the son of Adaiah, and Elishaphat the son of Zichri, into covenant with him.
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Nehemiah 11:12
and their brethren that did the work of the house, eight hundred twenty and two; and Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pelaliah, the son of Amzi, the son of Zechariah, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah,
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Jero'ham (10 Occurrences)
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