Both Testaments · Major figure
Jotham
The name Jotham refers to a son of Gideon in Judges and a righteous king of Judah in the Davidic line.
Jotham, son of Gideon, is known for his prophetic parable against the usurper Abimelech. Jotham, son of Uzziah, reigned as a godly king of Judah who strengthened the nation despite the people's continued corruption. Both figures highlight the themes of divine judgment and the importance of faithful leadership in Israel's history.
In the text
- Verses
- 25
- Books
- 8
- First appears
- Judges 9:5
- Last appears
- Matthew 1:9
Where Jotham appears
25 verses · 13 chaptersIn the same books
- Ahaz41 versesA wicked king of Judah who abandoned the covenant and sought help from Assyria instead of trusting in the Lord.
- Hezekiah119 versesA godly king of Judah who trusted in the Lord and oversaw a major religious reformation.
- Joash47 versesThe name Joash refers to several biblical figures, most notably the father of Gideon and the king of Judah.
- Uzziah36 versesA king of Judah who reigned for 52 years, known for military success and his prideful violation of the temple.
- Jehoram19 versesThe son of Jehoshaphat who reigned as the wicked king of Judah, leading the nation into idolatry.
- Joah9 versesA royal official under King Hezekiah who served as a recorder during the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem.
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