Haruz
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Haruz is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the context of the Kingdom of Judah. He is identified as the father of Meshullemeth, who was the wife of King Manasseh of Judah. This connection places Haruz within the royal lineage, albeit indirectly, through his daughter's marriage to one of the most notable kings of Judah.

Biblical Reference:

Haruz is mentioned in 2 Kings 21:19, which states: "Amon was twenty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem two years. His mother’s name was Meshullemeth daughter of Haruz; she was from Jotbah."

Historical and Cultural Context:

The mention of Haruz occurs during the narrative of the reign of King Amon, the son of Manasseh. Manasseh is known for his long reign and for leading Judah into idolatry, which had significant religious and cultural implications for the nation. Amon, following in his father's footsteps, continued in practices that were considered evil in the sight of the Lord, according to the biblical account.

Haruz's daughter, Meshullemeth, being the queen mother, would have held a position of influence in the royal court. Although the Bible does not provide extensive details about Haruz himself, his mention signifies his connection to the royal family and the political dynamics of the time.

Geographical Context:

Haruz is noted to be from Jotbah, a location that is not extensively detailed in biblical texts. The identification of Jotbah provides a geographical anchor for Haruz's origins, suggesting a connection to a specific region within the broader landscape of ancient Israel and Judah.

Theological Implications:

From a theological perspective, the mention of Haruz, though brief, is part of the larger narrative of the kings of Judah and their spiritual and moral failings. The lineage and familial connections of the kings often serve to highlight the continuity of certain behaviors and the consequences of turning away from the covenantal relationship with God. Haruz, through his daughter Meshullemeth, is linked to a period of significant religious decline in Judah, which ultimately led to the nation's downfall and exile.

Conclusion:

While Haruz himself is not a central figure in the biblical narrative, his mention provides insight into the familial and political structures of the time. His connection to the royal family through his daughter underscores the complex interplay of personal relationships and national leadership in the history of Judah.
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
Haruz

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Smith's Bible Dictionary
Haruz

(zealous), a man of Jotbah, father of Meshullemeth queen of Manasseh. (2 Kings 21:9) (B.C. before 644.)

Easton's Bible Dictionary
Eager, the father of Meshullemeth, the wife of king Manasseh (2 Kings 21:19) and mother of king Amon.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
HARUZ

ha'-ruz (charuts): Father of Meshullemeth, the mother of Amon, king of Judah (2 Kings 21:19).

Strong's Hebrew
2743. Charuts -- grandfather of King Amon
... Charuts. 2744 . grandfather of King Amon. Transliteration: Charuts Phonetic Spelling:
(khaw-roots') Short Definition: Haruz. Word Origin pass. part. ... Haruz. ...
/hebrew/2743.htm - 6k
Thesaurus
Jotbah (4 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia JOTBAH. jot'-ba (yoTbah, "pleasantness"): The home
of Meshullemeth, the mother of King Amon, daughter of Haruz (2 Kings 21:19). ...
/j/jotbah.htm - 7k

Meshullemeth (1 Occurrence)
... She is further designated "daughter of Haruz of Jotbah." This is the earliest instance
of the birthplace being added to the designation of the queen mother. ...
/m/meshullemeth.htm - 7k

Haruz (1 Occurrence)
...HARUZ. ha'-ruz (charuts): Father of Meshullemeth, the mother of Amon, king of Judah
(2 Kings 21:19). Multi-Version Concordance Haruz (1 Occurrence). ...
/h/haruz.htm - 7k

Twenty-two (26 Occurrences)
... was twenty-two years old when he began to reign; and he reigned two years in Jerusalem:
and his mother's name was Meshullemeth the daughter of Haruz of Jotbah. ...
/t/twenty-two.htm - 14k

Meshul'lemeth (1 Occurrence)
... twenty and two years old when he began to reign; and he reigned two years in Jerusalem;
and his mother's name was Meshullemeth the daughter of Haruz of Jotbah. ...
/m/meshul'lemeth.htm - 6k

Amon (20 Occurrences)
... was twenty-two years old when he began to reign; and he reigned two years in Jerusalem:
and his mother's name was Meshullemeth the daughter of Haruz of Jotbah. ...
/a/amon.htm - 18k

Reigning (57 Occurrences)
... and two years 'is' Amon in his reigning, and two years he hath reigned in Jerusalem,
and the name of his mother 'is' Meshullemeth daughter of Haruz of Jotbah ...
/r/reigning.htm - 24k

Queen (59 Occurrences)
... daughter of Zechariah, the mother of Hezekiah (2 Kings 18:2); Hephzibah, the mother
of Manasseh (2 Kings 21:1); Meshullemeth, the daughter of Haruz of Jotbah ...
/q/queen.htm - 44k

Mother (2641 Occurrences)
... daughter of Zechariah, the mother of Hezekiah (2 Kings 18:2); Hephzibah, the mother
of Manasseh (2 Kings 21:1); Meshullemeth, the daughter of Haruz of Jotbah ...
/m/mother.htm - 17k

Mother's (102 Occurrences)
... was twenty-two years old when he began to reign; and he reigned two years in Jerusalem:
and his mother's name was Meshullemeth the daughter of Haruz of Jotbah. ...
/m/mother's.htm - 39k

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Haruz (1 Occurrence)

2 Kings 21:19
Amon was twenty-two years old when he began to reign; and he reigned two years in Jerusalem: and his mother's name was Meshullemeth the daughter of Haruz of Jotbah.
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Subtopics

Haruz

Haruz: Father-In-Law of King Manasseh

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