Word Study

The meaning of Ἰωσαφάτ

Understanding Iōsaphát reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance

Ἰωσαφάτ

Phoneticee-o-saf-at'
TransliterationIōsaphát
Grammar Code
N:N-M-P
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

of Hebrew origin (יְהוֹשָׁפָט) Josaphat. - Josaphat (i.e. Jehoshaphat), an Israelite

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 1:8

And Asa begat Josaphat; and Josaphat begat Joram; and Joram begat Ozias;

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
1x
Most Frequent Book
Matthew
Book Distribution
Matthew1

Devotional Reflection

How does the original Greek meaning of 'Ἰωσαφάτ' deepen your understanding of Matthew 1:8?