Old Testament
Japhia
Japhia is a name shared by a king of Lachish who opposed Israel and a son of King David born in Jerusalem.
The name Japhia refers to two distinct biblical figures. The first was the king of Lachish who joined a coalition against Gibeon and was defeated by Joshua. The second was a son of King David, listed among those born to him after he established his rule in Jerusalem.
In the text
- Verses
- 5
- Books
- 3
- First appears
- Joshua 10:3
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 14:6
Where Japhia appears
5 verses · 5 chaptersIn the same books
- Amnon22 versesThe firstborn son of King David whose violent actions against his half-sister Tamar triggered a cycle of family tragedy.
- Ahithophel17 versesA trusted counselor to King David who defected to join Absalom's rebellion against the throne.
- Mephibosheth12 versesThe crippled son of Jonathan who received David's covenant kindness and a permanent place at the royal table.
- Esau57 versesThe elder son of Isaac and Rebekah, twin brother of Jacob, and the progenitor of the Edomite nation.
- Abishai23 versesA valiant commander and nephew of King David who served as a loyal leader in Israel's military.
- Abigail17 versesA wise and discerning woman who prevented David from committing bloodshed against her foolish husband, Nabal.
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