Name Meaning: The name "Joachaz" is a variant of "Jehoahaz," which means "Yahweh has grasped" or "Yahweh has held."

Biblical References: Joachaz is mentioned in the context of the kings of Israel and Judah. He is primarily known as Jehoahaz, the son of Jehu, who reigned over Israel, and Jehoahaz, the son of Josiah, who reigned over Judah.

1. Jehoahaz of Israel (Joachaz):
· Reign: Jehoahaz, the son of Jehu, reigned over Israel in Samaria for 17 years. His reign is recorded in 2 Kings 13:1-9.
· Character and Actions: Jehoahaz followed in the sinful ways of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat, who led Israel into idolatry. Despite his evil practices, Jehoahaz sought the LORD's favor when Israel was oppressed by the Arameans. The LORD listened to his plea and provided a deliverer for Israel, allowing them to escape from the hand of the Arameans.
· Biblical Text: "So Jehoahaz sought the favor of the LORD, and the LORD listened to him, for He saw the oppression that the king of Aram had inflicted on Israel." (2 Kings 13:4)
· Legacy: Despite temporary relief, Jehoahaz's reign was marked by continued idolatry, and the people of Israel persisted in their sinful ways. His son, Jehoash, succeeded him as king.

2. Jehoahaz of Judah (Joachaz):
· Reign: Jehoahaz, also known as Shallum, was the son of King Josiah and reigned over Judah for a brief period of three months. His reign is documented in 2 Kings 23:31-34 and 2 Chronicles 36:1-4.
· Character and Actions: Unlike his father Josiah, who was a righteous king, Jehoahaz did evil in the sight of the LORD. His short reign was marked by political instability and external threats.
· Biblical Text: "He did evil in the sight of the LORD, just as his fathers had done." (2 Kings 23:32)
· Deposition and Exile: Pharaoh Neco of Egypt deposed Jehoahaz and took him captive to Egypt, where he eventually died. Neco installed Eliakim, another son of Josiah, as king, renaming him Jehoiakim.
· Significance: Jehoahaz's brief reign and subsequent exile highlight the political turmoil and divine judgment that befell Judah during this period.

Historical Context: The reigns of both Jehoahaz of Israel and Jehoahaz of Judah occurred during times of significant political and spiritual decline. The Northern Kingdom of Israel was plagued by idolatry and external threats, while the Southern Kingdom of Judah faced similar challenges, compounded by the loss of Josiah's righteous leadership.

Theological Implications: The accounts of Joachaz (Jehoahaz) serve as a reminder of the consequences of turning away from God and the importance of faithful leadership. Despite moments of divine intervention and mercy, persistent disobedience led to further judgment and instability for both Israel and Judah.JOACHAZ

jo'-a-kaz (Iochaz, Iechonias): Son of Josiah (1 Esdras 1:34). In Matthew 1:11 "Jechoniah" is the reading.

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... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia JOACHAZ. jo'-a-kaz (Iochaz, Iechonias): Son of
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Jo'ab's (8 Occurrences)
Jo'ab's. Joab's, Jo'ab's. Joachaz . Multi-Version Concordance Jo'ab's (8
Occurrences). ... (See RSV). Joab's, Jo'ab's. Joachaz . Reference Bible.
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Jeconias
... gifts of sheep and calves at the Passover of Josiah (1 Esdras 1:9); called "Conaniah"
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Joacim
Joacim. Joachaz, Joacim. Joadanus . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia JOACIM.
jo'-a-sim. See JOAKIM. Joachaz, Joacim. Joadanus . Reference Bible.
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