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Jehoiada, Jehoiada's

Facts:

Jehoiada was a priest who helped hide and protect King Ahaziah's son Joash until he was old enough to be declared king.

  • Jehoiada arranged for hundreds of bodyguards to protect young Joash as he was proclaimed king by the people in the temple.
  • Jehoiada led the people in getting rid of all the altars of the false god Baal.
  • For the rest of his life, Jehoiada the priest advised King Joash to help him obey God and rule the people wisely.
  • Another man named Jehoiada was the father of Benaiah.

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(See also: Ahaziah, Baal, Benaiah, Joash)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: H3077