Elnathan
Elnathan was the father of Nehushta, the mother of King Jehoiachin of Judah.
The name Elnathan means “God hath given; the gift of God”
MaleDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book1 verse
Summary
A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2 Kings 24:8; only referred to as Elnathan (אֶלְנָתָן); father of Nehushta.
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Family members
- Children
Alternative names
- אֶלְנָתָןElnathan
Mentions
- Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem three months. His mother’s name was Nehushta daughter of Elnathan; she was from Jerusalem.