The Life of Eliakim
Jehoiakim was TWENTY-FIVE YEARS old when he became king, and he reigned eleven years in Jerusalem; and his mother’s name was Zebidah the daughter of Pedaiah of ..., spanning 36 years associated with Eliakim.
Description
Jehoiakim was TWENTY-FIVE YEARS old when he became king, and he reigned eleven years in Jerusalem; and his mother’s name was Zebidah the daughter of Pedaiah of Rumah. (2KI 23:36) So Jehoiakim slept with his fathers, and Jehoiachin his son became king in his place. (2KI 24:6)
Details
- Type
- Life
- Person
- Eliakim
- Start
- ~676 BC(3328 AH)
- End
- ~640 BC(3364 AH)
- Duration
- 36 years
- Start Reference
- 2KI 23:36
- End Reference
- 2KI 24:6
Related Life Epochs
Frequently Asked Questions
When did The Life of Eliakim occur in Bible history?
The Life of Eliakim occurred approximately ~676 BC to ~640 BC. This is 3328–3364 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 36 years.
What does “AH” mean in Bible chronology?
AH stands for “Anno Hominis” (Year of Man), a chronological system that counts years from Creation. Under the Ussher chronology, Year 1 AH corresponds to approximately 4004 BC.