The term "Jezreelitess" refers to a woman from Jezreel, a city of significant historical and biblical importance located in the northern part of ancient Israel. Jezreel, meaning "God sows," was situated in the fertile Jezreel Valley, which served as a strategic and agricultural hub throughout biblical history. The Jezreelitess is notably mentioned in the context of two prominent biblical figures: Ahinoam and Jezebel.

Ahinoam the Jezreelitess

Ahinoam, identified as a Jezreelitess, is one of King David's wives. She is first mentioned in 1 Samuel 25:43: "David had also married Ahinoam of Jezreel, and they both became his wives." Ahinoam bore David his first son, Amnon, as recorded in 2 Samuel 3:2: "Sons were born to David in Hebron: His firstborn was Amnon, by Ahinoam of Jezreel." Her designation as a Jezreelitess highlights her origin from Jezreel, distinguishing her from other women named Ahinoam in the biblical narrative.

Jezebel the Jezreelitess

Jezebel, though not explicitly called a Jezreelitess in the biblical text, is closely associated with Jezreel through her marriage to King Ahab of Israel and her subsequent actions. Jezebel was a Phoenician princess, the daughter of Ethbaal, king of the Sidonians, and became the queen of Israel. Her account is primarily found in 1 Kings and 2 Kings. Jezebel's influence over Ahab led to the promotion of Baal worship in Israel, which was in direct opposition to the worship of Yahweh.

Jezebel's connection to Jezreel is most vividly illustrated in the account of Naboth's vineyard. In 1 Kings 21, Ahab desired the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite, which was located in Jezreel. When Naboth refused to sell his inheritance, Jezebel orchestrated a plot to have Naboth falsely accused and executed, allowing Ahab to seize the vineyard. This act of injustice and her subsequent actions led to her downfall, as prophesied by Elijah: "And the dogs will devour Jezebel on the plot of ground at Jezreel" (1 Kings 21:23). This prophecy was fulfilled in 2 Kings 9:30-37, when Jezebel was thrown from a window, and her body was consumed by dogs in Jezreel.

Cultural and Historical Context

The Jezreelitess, as a term, underscores the cultural and geographical identity of women from Jezreel. The city itself was a royal residence and a military stronghold, often associated with the northern kingdom of Israel. Its fertile lands made it a desirable location, contributing to its prominence in biblical narratives.

The accounts of Ahinoam and Jezebel, both linked to Jezreel, reflect the complex interplay of political, religious, and personal dynamics in ancient Israel. Ahinoam's role as David's wife and mother of his firstborn son places her within the lineage of the Davidic dynasty, while Jezebel's actions and subsequent demise illustrate the consequences of idolatry and moral corruption.

In summary, the term "Jezreelitess" serves as a descriptor of origin, connecting these women to the historically significant city of Jezreel and highlighting their roles within the broader biblical narrative.Jizreelitess (5 Occurrences)

1 Samuel 27:3
And David abode with Achish at Gath, he and his men, every man with his household; David with his two wives, Ahinoam the Jizreelitess, and Abigail the Carmelitess, Nabal's wife.
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1 Samuel 30:5
And David's two wives were taken captives, Ahinoam the Jizreelitess, and Abigail the wife of Nabal the Carmelite.
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2 Samuel 2:2
So David went up thither, and his two wives also, Ahinoam the Jizreelitess, and Abigail the wife of Nabal the Carmelite.
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2 Samuel 3:2
And to David were sons born in Hebron: his firstborn was Amnon, of Ahinoam the Jizreelitess;
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1 Chronicles 3:1
And these are the sons of David, who were born to him in Hebron: the firstborn, Amnon, of Ahinoam the Jizreelitess; the second, Daniel, of Abigail the Carmelitess;
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Jizreelitess (5 Occurrences)
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