The reign of Jehoiachin
Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he became king, and he reigned three months in Jerusalem; and his mother's name was Nehushta the daughter of Elnathan of ..., spanning 1 years associated with Jehoiachin.
Description
Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he became king, and he reigned three months in Jerusalem; and his mother's name was Nehushta the daughter of Elnathan of Jerusalem. (2KI 24:8)
Details
- Type
- Reign
- Person
- Jehoiachin
- Start
- ~640 BC(3364 AH)
- End
- ~639 BC(3365 AH)
- Duration
- 1 years
- Start Reference
- 2KI 24:6
- End Reference
- 2KI 24:8
Notes
START:[Shulman date p83] [Ussher date p98] END:*HYPOTHESIS: The three months began in A.H. 3364 and ended in A.H. 3365. This ensures the remaining regnal dates end with the destruction of the Temple in 586 BCE. [Shulman date p83] [Ussher date p98]
Historical Dating
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did The reign of Jehoiachin occur in Bible history?
The reign of Jehoiachin occurred approximately ~640 BC to ~639 BC. This is 3364–3365 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 1 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.