The reign of Nebuchadnezzar
The word that came to Jeremiah concerning all the people of Judah, in the fourth year of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah, king of Judah (that was the first year of ..., spanning 45 years associated with Nebuchadnezzar.
Description
The word that came to Jeremiah concerning all the people of Judah, in the fourth year of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah, king of Judah (that was the first year of Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon)... (Jeremiah 25:1)
Details
- Type
- Reign
- Person
- Nebuchadnezzar
- Start
- ~647 BC(3357 AH)
- End
- ~602 BC(3402 AH)
- Duration
- 45 years
- Start Reference
- 2KI 24:12
- End Reference
- 2KI 24:12
Notes
START:[Shulman date p142] [Ussher date p95] END:Various extra-biblical sources indicate Nebuchadnezzar reigned about 45 years so this date aligns with those sources. [Shulman date p142] [Ussher date p110]
Historical Dating
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David's Reign and the Davidic Covenant
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Solomon's Reign and Temple Construction
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did The reign of Nebuchadnezzar occur in Bible history?
The reign of Nebuchadnezzar occurred approximately ~647 BC to ~602 BC. This is 3357–3402 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 45 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.