Josiah
Josiah in the Bible — prophesied son of the house of David (1KI 13:2), King of Judah and son of Amon (2KI 21:24). Referenced in 10 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “the Lord burns; the fire of the Lord”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 10 references
- Known Names
- 3 names
- Relationships
- 7 connections
Biography
Became king at age 8, Josiah led the greatest reformation in Judah's history. During temple repairs, the Book of the Law was discovered. Upon hearing it, Josiah tore his clothes in repentance and led the nation in covenant renewal. He destroyed idols and high places throughout the land.
Significance
Josiah shows the power of God's Word to bring repentance and reform. His devotion to God delayed Judah's judgment.
Key Events
Names & Labels (3)
- Hebrew
- יֹאשִׁיָּהוּ
- Transliteration
- yosiyahu
- Meaning
- let or may y-h-v-h give
- Greek
- Ιωσιας
- Reference
- 1KI 13:2
- Strong's
- H2977
- Hebrew
- מֶּלֶךְ יֹאשִׁיָּהוּ
- Transliteration
- melek yoshayahu
- Meaning
- king Josiah
- Greek
- βασιλεῖ Ιωσια
- Reference
- 2KI 22:3
- Strong's
- H4428, H2977
- Hebrew
- מֶלֶך יְהוּדָה
- Transliteration
- melek yəhudah
- Meaning
- king of Judah
- Greek
- βασιλεὺς Ιουδα
- Reference
- 2KI 22:16
- Strong's
- H4428, H3063
Family & Relationships (7)
descendant
Notes
He did right in the sight of the LORD (2KI 22:2)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Josiah in the Bible?
Josiah is described in the Bible as prophesied son of the house of David (1KI 13:2), King of Judah and son of Amon (2KI 21:24).
What does the name Josiah mean?
The name Josiah means “the Lord burns; the fire of the Lord” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.