Jekamiah
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Name Meaning: The name Jekamiah is derived from the Hebrew "Yeqamyahu," meaning "Yahweh raises" or "Yahweh establishes."

Biblical References: Jekamiah is mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah. He appears in the lineage of the royal house of David, which is significant in the context of biblical history and prophecy.

Scriptural Citation: Jekamiah is referenced in 1 Chronicles 2:41. The Berean Standard Bible states: "The son of Nathan was Zabad, the son of Ephlal was Obed, the son of Obed was Jehu, the son of Jehu was Azariah, the son of Azariah was Helez, the son of Helez was Eleasah, the son of Eleasah was Sismai, the son of Sismai was Shallum, the son of Shallum was Jekamiah."

Genealogical Context: Jekamiah is part of the extensive genealogical lists found in the Book of Chronicles, which serve to establish the continuity of the Davidic line. These genealogies are crucial for understanding the fulfillment of God's promises to David regarding his descendants and the eventual coming of the Messiah.

Historical and Theological Significance: The inclusion of Jekamiah in the genealogical records underscores the importance of each individual in the unfolding of God's redemptive plan. While Jekamiah himself is not a prominent figure in biblical narratives, his place in the lineage highlights the meticulous preservation of family lines that were essential for the fulfillment of biblical prophecy.

Cultural and Religious Context: In ancient Israel, genealogies were not merely records of ancestry but were also vital for establishing tribal identity, inheritance rights, and religious duties. The chronicler's emphasis on the tribe of Judah and the house of David reflects the centrality of these lineages in Israel's history and eschatological hope.

Related Themes and Concepts: The mention of Jekamiah within the genealogies ties into broader biblical themes such as covenant, promise, and divine faithfulness. The genealogies in Chronicles, including the mention of Jekamiah, serve as a testament to God's unwavering commitment to His covenant with David, which ultimately points to the coming of Jesus Christ, the fulfillment of the Davidic promise.

Conclusion: While Jekamiah may not be a well-known biblical figure, his inclusion in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles highlights the importance of every link in the chain of God's redemptive history. His presence in the text serves as a reminder of the intricate and purposeful unfolding of God's plan through the generations.
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
Jekamiah

establishing, or revenging, of the Lord

Smith's Bible Dictionary
Jekamiah

(whom Jehovah gathers), son of Shallum, in the line of Ahlai. (1 Chronicles 2:41) (B.C. about 588.)

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
JEKAMIAH

jek-am-mi'-a (yeqamyah, "may Yahweh establish"):

(1) A Judahite, son of Shallum (1 Chronicles 2:41).

(2) A son of King Jeconiah (Jehoiachin); in the King James Version "Jecamiah" (1 Chronicles 3:18).

Strong's Hebrew
3359. Yeqamyah -- "Yah will rise," two Israelites
... "Yah will rise," two Israelites. Transliteration: Yeqamyah Phonetic Spelling:
(yek-am-yaw') Short Definition: Jekamiah. ... NASB Word Usage Jekamiah (3). Jekamiah. ...
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Thesaurus
Jekamiah (2 Occurrences)
...JEKAMIAH. jek-am-mi'-a (yeqamyah, "may Yahweh establish"): (1) A Judahite,
son of Shallum (1 Chronicles 2:41). ...Jekamiah (2 Occurrences). ...
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Jekami'ah (2 Occurrences)
Jekami'ah. Jekamiah, Jekami'ah. Jekuthiel . ... Jekami'ah (2 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles
2:41 and Shallum begot Jekamiah, and Jekamiah begot Elishama. (See RSV). ...
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Elishama (17 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). 1 Chronicles 2:41 and Shallum became
the father of Jekamiah, and Jekamiah became the father of Elishama. ...
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Eli'shama (17 Occurrences)
... with him at Mizpah. (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 2:41 and Shallum begot Jekamiah,
and Jekamiah begot Elishama. (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 3 ...
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Shallum (27 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 2:41 and Shallum became the father of Jekamiah, and Jekamiah became
the father of Elishama. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Begot (119 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 2:40 and Elasah begot Sismai, and Sismai begot Shallum, (DBY JPS).
1 Chronicles 2:41 and Shallum begot Jekamiah, and Jekamiah begot Elishama. ...
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Begat (112 Occurrences)
... KJV ASV WBS YLT). 1 Chronicles 2:41 And Shallum begat Jekamiah, and Jekamiah
begat Elishama. (KJV ASV WBS YLT). 1 Chronicles 2:44 ...
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Nedabi'ah (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Nedabi'ah (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 3:18 and Malchiram,
and Pedaiah, and Shenazzar, Jekamiah, Hoshama, and Nedabiah. (See RSV). ...
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Nedabiah (1 Occurrence)
... Nedabiah (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 3:18 and Malchiram, and Pedaiah, and Shenazzar,
Jekamiah, Hoshama, and Nedabiah. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV) ...
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Jecamiah (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia JECAMIAH. jek-a-mi'-a: the King James Version for
JEKAMIAH (which see). Multi-Version Concordance Jecamiah (1 Occurrence). ...
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Jekamiah (2 Occurrences)

1 Chronicles 2:41
and Shallum became the father of Jekamiah, and Jekamiah became the father of Elishama.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV)

1 Chronicles 3:18
and Malchiram, and Pedaiah, and Shenazzar, Jekamiah, Hoshama, and Nedabiah.
(WEB JPS ASV BBE NAS NIV)

Subtopics

Jekamiah

Jekamiah: A Descendant of Jerahmeel

Related Terms

Jekamiah (2 Occurrences)

Jekuthiel (1 Occurrence)

Jekamean
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