Military commander under King Jehoshaphat of Judah
Jehohanan
Named in 1 verse of 2 Chronicles, first in 2 Chronicles 17:15.
יְהוֹחָנָןJehohanan
The name means “grace, or mercy, or gift, of the Lord.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
About Jehohanan Written by AI
Jehohanan is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 17:15 as one of the military commanders of Judah during the reign of King Jehoshaphat. He is described as a leader of 280,000 mighty warriors, indicating his significant role in the army of Judah. The passage lists several commanders and the number of troops under their command, highlighting the military strength of Judah during Jehoshaphat's reign. Jehoshaphat is known for his reforms and his efforts to strengthen the spiritual and military foundation of the kingdom. The presence of capable military leaders like Jehohanan would have been essential for maintaining the security and stability of Judah. The text does not provide any further information about Jehohanan's background, his specific military achievements, or his role in the battles and conflicts of the time. However, his inclusion in this list of commanders suggests that he was a trusted and competent leader in Jehoshaphat's army.
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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Jehohanan, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
Jehovah-granted, Jeroboam II. (1.) A Korhite, the head of one of the divisions of the temple porters (1 Chr. 26:3).
(2.) One of Jehoshaphat’s “captains” (2 Chr. 17:15).
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(3.) The father of Azariah (2 Chr. 28:12).
(4.) The son of Tobiah, an enemy of the Jews (Neh. 6:18).
(5.) Neh. 12:42.
(6.) Neh. 12:13.
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- 2 Chronicles 17:15
next to him, Jehohanan the commander, and with him 280,000;
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