Zibiah
Zibiah, from Beersheba, was the mother of King Joash (or 'Jehoash') of Judah.
The name Zibiah means “the Lord dwells; deer; goat”
FemaleDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament2 books2 verses
Summary
A woman living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2 Kings 12:1; only referred to as Zibiah (צִבְיָה); wife of Ahaziah; mother of Joash.
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Alternative names
- צִבְיָהZibiah
Mentions
- In the seventh year of Jehu, Joash became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem forty years. His mother’s name was Zibiah; she was from Beersheba.
- Joash was seven years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem forty years. His mother’s name was Zibiah; she was from Beersheba.