The reign of Jehoshaphat
Now Jehoshaphat the son of Asa became king over Judah in the fourth year of Ahab king of Israel. (1KI 22:41) Jehoshaphat became king in the 4th year of A..., spanning 24 years associated with Jehoshaphat.
Description
Now Jehoshaphat the son of Asa became king over Judah in the fourth year of Ahab king of Israel. (1KI 22:41) Jehoshaphat became king in the 4th year of Ahab's reign. Jehoshaphat was thirty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned twenty-five years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Azubah the daughter of Shilhi. (1KI 22:42) Jehoshaphat reigned in Judah for 25 years: 900-875 BCE Shulman, p122
Details
- Type
- Reign
- Person
- Jehoshaphat
- Start
- ~914 BC(3090 AH)
- End
- ~890 BC(3114 AH)
- Duration
- 24 years
- Start Reference
- 2KI 8:16
- End Reference
- 1KI 22:42
Notes
Shulman, p121
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did The reign of Jehoshaphat occur in Bible history?
The reign of Jehoshaphat occurred approximately ~914 BC to ~890 BC. This is 3090–3114 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 24 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.