Judah

Amaziah of Judah

Amaziah of Judah was a righteous king who reigned for 29 years. He is praised for killing the assassins of his father only and sparing their children, as dictated by the law of Moses.

Jehoshaphat was the fourth king of Judah, succeeding his father Asa. He was a righteous king who followed the Lord and sought to do what was right. He was also a great warrior, leading his army to victory against the Ammonites and Moabites. Jehoshaphat's reign was a time of peace and prosperity for Judah.

Jehoram of Judah

Jehoram of Judah was the fifth king of Judah. He was the son of King Jehoshaphat and reigned for eight years. Jehoram was a good king at first, but he later turned to evil and led the people of Judah away from God. He was killed by his own people in a coup d'etat.

Ahaziah of Judah

Ahaziah of Judah, also known as Jehoahaz I, was the sixth king of Judah. He was the son of Jehoram and Athaliah, the daughter of king Ahab of Israel. Ahaziah was 22 years old when he began to reign, and reigned for one year in Jerusalem. He was succeeded by his mother Athaliah, who usurped the throne.

Hezekiah

Hezekiah was the 13th king of Judah, and he ruled during a time of great turmoil. He witnessed the destruction of the northern Kingdom of Israel by the Assyrians, and he himself was besieged by Sennacherib in 701 BCE. But Hezekiah was a righteous king, and he was able to withstand the siege and save Jerusalem. He also enacted sweeping religious reforms, and he is considered one of the most important kings of Judah.

Uzziah

Uzziah, also known as Azariah, was the tenth king of the ancient Kingdom of Judah. He was a strong and capable ruler who led his people to many victories. However, he was also prideful and arrogant, and he eventually disobeyed God and was struck with leprosy. Despite his illness, Uzziah continued to rule for many years, and he is remembered as one of the most successful kings of Judah.

Jehoahaz of Judah

Jehoahaz of Judah, also known as Shallum, was the seventeenth king of Judah. He was the fourth son of Josiah and succeeded him to the throne in 609 BC. Jehoahaz ruled for only three months before being captured by the Egyptian Pharaoh Necho II and taken to Egypt. He was replaced by his brother Jehoiakim.

Jotham of Judah

Jotham was the eleventh king of Judah. He was 25 years old when he began his reign, and he reigned for 16 years. He was a good king, and he made many improvements to the kingdom. He built new roads and bridges, and he strengthened the defenses of the kingdom. He also made sure that the people were well-fed and had plenty of water. Jotham was a wise and just king, and he was loved by his people.

Judah was the fourth son of Jacob and Leah. He was a strong and courageous man, and he was also very clever. He was the founder of the Tribe of Judah, and he is the eponym of the Kingdom of Judah, the land of Judea, and the word Jew. Judah was also the patrilineal ancestor of the Davidic line, which means that he is the ancestor of King David. According to the Christian narrative, he was the ancestor of Jesus.

Zedekiah

Zedekiah was the last king of Judah before the kingdom was destroyed by King Nebuchadnezzar II of Babylon. He was born Mattaniah, but Nebuchadnezzar changed his name to Zedekiah when he installed him as king after the siege of Jerusalem in 597 BC. Zedekiah was not a good king. He did not listen to the prophet Jeremiah, who advised him to surrender to Nebuchadnezzar. Instead, Zedekiah rebelled against Babylon and was defeated. Jerusalem was destroyed and Zedekiah was taken prisoner to Babylon.

Shealtiel

Shealtiel was the son of Jehoiachin, king of Judah. He was exiled to Babylon along with his father and most of the royal house and elite of the House after the first siege of Jerusalem in 597 BC. During the Babylonian captivity, Shealtiel was regarded as the second Exilarch (or king-in-exile), following his father.

Zechariah ben Jehoiada

Zechariah ben Jehoiada was a priest who lived in Judah during the reign of King Jehoash. He was a righteous man who spoke out against the king's wickedness. As a result, Jehoash had him stoned to death. Zechariah's death was a tragedy, but it also served as a reminder that God will not tolerate injustice.

Micah

Micah was a prophet in the land of Judah. He was a contemporary of Isaiah, Amos, and Hosea. Micah's messages were directed chiefly toward Jerusalem. He prophesied the future destruction of Jerusalem and Samaria, the destruction and then future restoration of the Judean state, and he rebuked the people of Judah for dishonesty and idolatry. Micah 5:2 is interpreted by Christians as a prophecy that Bethlehem, a small village just south of Jerusalem, would be the birthplace of the Messiah.

Athaliah

Athaliah was a ruthless queen who reigned over Judah for six years. She was the daughter of King Omri of Israel and Queen Jezebel, and she married King Jehoram of Judah. After Jehoram's death, Athaliah killed all of her grandchildren except for one, Joash, who was hidden by his aunt Jehosheba. Athaliah ruled as queen regnant for six years, but she was eventually overthrown by Joash, who became king of Judah.

Josiah

Josiah was the 16th king of Judah. He was a young man when he became king, but he ruled for 31 years and made many important changes. He removed official worship of gods other than Yahweh, and he is credited with establishing or compiling important Hebrew scriptures. Josiah is known only from biblical texts, but most scholars believe that he existed historically.

Abijam

Abijam was the fourth king of the House of David and the second of the Kingdom of Judah. He was the son of Rehoboam and the grandson of Solomon. The Books of Chronicles refers to him as Abijah. Abijah was a good king, but he was not as wise as his father or grandfather. He made some mistakes, but he also did some good things. He fought a war against the northern kingdom of Israel and won. He also built a new temple in Jerusalem. Abijah was a good king, but he was not as wise as his father or grandfather. He made some mistakes, but he also did some good things. He fought a war against the northern kingdom of Israel and won. He also built a new temple in Jerusalem. Abijah was a good king, but he was not as wise as his father or grandfather. He made some mistakes, but he also did some good things. He fought a war against the northern kingdom of Israel and won. He also built a new temple in Jerusalem.

Ebed-Melech

Ebed-Melech was an Ethiopian official at the palace of king Zedekiah of Judah during the Siege of Jerusalem. He was a Cushite, and his name means "Servant of the King." Ebed-Melech is notable for rescuing the prophet Jeremiah from the cistern into which he had been cast to his death. Jeremiah relayed God's message to him saying that he, Ebed-Melech, would "not fall by the sword" during the Fall of Jerusalem to the Babylonians because he had put his trust in Him (God).

Rehoboam

Rehoboam was the last king of the United Kingdom of Israel and the first king of the Kingdom of Judah after the kingdom split. He was the son of Solomon and a grandson of David. Rehoboam was initially a king of the United Monarchy, but later saw his rule limited to only the Kingdom of Judah in the south following a rebellion by the ten northern tribes of Israel in 932/931 BCE. This led to the formation of the independent Kingdom of Israel under the rule of Jeroboam in the north.

Perez

Perez was the son of Tamar and Judah, and the twin of Zerah. He was conceived after Tamar tricked her father-in-law Judah into having sex with her by disguising herself as a prostitute. Perez's name means "breach or burst forth," and it is said that he was born with a caul, a piece of membrane that covers the head of a newborn baby. This caul was considered to be a sign of good luck, and Perez went on to become a successful man.

Ruth

Ruth is a warrior who has been fighting dragons for many years. He is a skilled fighter and has a strong sense of justice. He is also a bit of a loner, but he is always willing to help those in need. One day, Ruth was on a quest to slay a dragon when he came across a village that had been attacked. The villagers were all terrified and told Ruth that the dragon had taken their children. Ruth vowed to help the villagers and set out to find the dragon's lair. After a long and dangerous journey, Ruth finally found the dragon's lair. He was met by a fierce battle, but Ruth was victorious and was able to rescue the children. The villagers were so grateful that they threw a feast in Ruth's honor. Ruth continued to fight dragons for many years, and he became known as one of the greatest dragon slayers in the world. He eventually retired from fighting dragons and settled down in a small village. He lived a long and happy life, and he was always remembered as a hero.

Zerubbabel

Zerubbabel was a governor of the Persian province of Judah and the grandson of Jeconiah, the penultimate king of Judah. He led the first group of Jews to return from the Babylonian captivity in 538 BC and laid the foundation of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. Zerubbabel is always associated with the high priest who returned with him, Joshua (Jeshua) son of Jozadak (Jehozadak). Together, these two men led the first wave of Jewish returnees from exile and began to rebuild the Temple.

Jehoiakim

Jehoiakim was the eighteenth and antepenultimate king of Judah. He was the second son of king Josiah and Zebidah, the daughter of Pedaiah of Rumah. His birth name was Eliakim. Jehoiakim was a ruthless and cruel king. He was known for his violence and oppression of the people. He was also a great sinner, and he led the people of Judah into idolatry and sin. Jehoiakim's reign was marked by war and chaos. He fought against the Egyptians, the Babylonians, and the Assyrians. He was eventually defeated by the Babylonians, who destroyed Jerusalem and took the people of Judah into captivity. Jehoiakim was a tragic figure. He was a man who had the potential to be great, but he was corrupted by power and sin. He ended up leading his people to destruction.

Judah Ben-Hur

Judah Ben-Hur is a man who has it all: wealth, power, and a loving family. But when he is falsely accused of attacking the Roman governor, his world is turned upside down. He is stripped of his title, his wealth, and his family. Judah is determined to clear his name and restore his honor. He travels to Rome, where he becomes involved in a series of adventures that will test his strength, his courage, and his faith. Along the way, he meets Jesus Christ, who changes his life forever. Ben-Hur is a story of love, loss, redemption, and faith. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Kallen Kaslana

Kallen is someone with a strong sense of duty - like most Kaslanas. Just as her ancestors were ready to give their lives to the fight against Honkai, so was she. Even as a child she was determined to "save the world" from Honkai. When she met Otto Apocaplyse, she recruited him for this cause. As her innocent heart faced the ugliness of Schicksal's corruption, her optimism grew weaker and weaker. Then, when she had to seal the woman she loved, she lost her will to live.

Necho II

Necho II was a king of Egypt who ruled from 610 to 595 BC. He was a man of action and imagination, and he undertook a number of construction projects across his kingdom. He also sent out an expedition of Phoenicians, which in three years sailed from the Red Sea around Africa to the Strait of Gibraltar and back to Egypt. This was a remarkable feat, and it is believed that Necho II was the first person to sail around Africa. Necho II also played a significant role in the histories of the Neo-Assyrian Empire, the Neo-Babylonian Empire, and the Kingdom of Judah. He was defeated by the Babylonians in battle, but he continued to be a powerful force in the region. Necho II was a fascinating and complex figure, and he is still remembered today for his many accomplishments.

Hadadezer

Hadadezer, also known as Adad-Idri, was the king of Aram Damascus between 865 and 842 BC. He engaged in war against king Ahab of Israel, but was defeated and captured by him. However, the two kings soon signed a peace treaty and established an alliance. Hadadezer later led a coalition of eleven kings at the Battle of Qarqar against the Assyrian king Shalmaneser III. He fought Shalmaneser six other times, twice more with the aid of Irhuleni and with an unspecified coalition. After a few years, Ahab and king Jehoshaphat of Judah formed an alliance against Hadadezer, starting a war against him. However, the Aramean king was able to defeat them, and Ahab was killed during the battle. Hadadezer was succeeded by Hazael after his death.

Michal

Michal was a princess of the United Kingdom of Israel. She was the younger daughter of King Saul and the first wife of David, who later became king, first of Judah, then of all Israel. Michal was a beautiful woman, and David was smitten with her. However, Saul was not happy with the match. He did not want his daughter to marry a lowly shepherd. He tried to prevent the marriage, but David was determined to have Michal. In the end, Saul agreed to the marriage, but only on the condition that David first killed 100 Philistines. David did as he was told, and he and Michal were married. Michal was a loyal wife to David, but she was also a proud woman. She did not like the fact that David was a shepherd, and she was not happy when he became king. She even tried to have him killed. Despite her flaws, Michal was a strong and independent woman. She was a survivor, and she played an important role in David's rise to power.

Jehosheba

Jehosheba was a daughter of King Jehoram of Judah and sister to King Ahaziah of Judah. She was also the wife of Jehoiada the priest. After the death of Ahaziah, his mother, Athaliah, made herself Queen of Judah and ordered the execution of all members of the royal family that could claim the throne. However, Jehosheba saved her infant nephew Jehoash, Ahaziah's son and Athaliah's grandson, from the massacre. She hid him in the Temple for six years until he was old enough to be crowned king. When Athaliah found out about the plan to crown Jehoash, she tried to stop it, but she was unsuccessful. Jehoash was crowned king and Athaliah was put to death. Jehosheba is remembered as one of the 23 great righteous women of Israel.

Zephaniah

Zephaniah was a prophet who lived in Judah during the reign of King Josiah. He prophesied that God would punish Judah for its sins, but also that God would eventually restore the nation to its former glory. Zephaniah's name means "Yah has concealed," and he is often depicted as a young man with a hidden face. This may be a reference to the fact that Zephaniah's message was not always popular, and he may have been forced to hide his true identity in order to avoid persecution. However, Zephaniah's message was ultimately one of hope, and he believed that God would ultimately bring about a new era of peace and prosperity for Judah.

Hezron

Hezron was a man of many talents. He was a prince, a tribal leader, and a father. He was also a great-grandfather to Nahshon, who was Elisheba's brother and brother-in-law of Aaron. Hezron was born in the land of Canaan to Perez, the son of Judah. He grew up to be a strong and capable man, and when Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt, Hezron was one of the tribal leaders who helped to guide them. Hezron was a wise and just ruler, and he was loved and respected by his people. He was also a devout man of faith, and he is mentioned in the Bible as one of the ancestors of Jesus Christ. Hezron died in the wilderness at the age of 120, and he was buried in the land of Canaan. His legacy lives on, however, as he is remembered as one of the great leaders of the Israelites.

Leah

Leah Night of Silence is a young woman who lives in a small village in the middle of a dark forest. The village is surrounded by a thick fog that no one can see through, and the villagers are afraid to leave their homes at night. One day, Leah's father goes out into the forest to hunt and never returns. Leah decides to go out and find him, and she soon discovers that the forest is full of dangerous creatures. She also learns that the fog is not natural, and that it is being created by a powerful wizard named Maldred. Meldred is using the fog to keep the villagers trapped in the village, and he is planning to use them as sacrifices in a ritual to become immortal. Leah must find a way to defeat Maldred and save her village before it's too late. Leah is a brave and resourceful young woman, and she is determined to save her village. She will face many challenges along the way, but she will never give up hope. She knows that she is the only one who can stop Maldred, and she is ready to face the darkness to save her home.

Amnon

Amnon was the oldest son of King David and his second wife, Ahinoam of Jezreel. He was born in Hebron during his father's reign in Judah. He was the heir apparent to the throne of Israel until he was assassinated by his half-brother Absalom to avenge the rape of Absalom's sister Tamar. One day, Amnon became infatuated with his half-sister Tamar. He tried to convince her to sleep with him, but she refused. Amnon became enraged and had her raped by his servant. Tamar was devastated and fled to her brother Absalom. Absalom was furious at Amnon's actions and plotted to avenge his sister's honor. A few days later, Absalom invited Amnon and his other brothers to a feast. During the feast, Absalom had his men kill Amnon. Absalom then fled to Geshur, where he remained for three years. After three years, David invited Absalom back to Jerusalem. Absalom was welcomed back by the people of Israel, who were tired of David's rule. Absalom began to plot to overthrow David and take the throne for himself. One day, Absalom invited David and his men to a feast

Jesse

Jesse was a man who lived in Bethlehem, in the land of Judah. He was a farmer, and he had many sons. One of his sons was David, who would become the king of Israel. Jesse was a good man, and he loved his sons very much. He taught them how to farm, and he also taught them about the Lord. David was a very special child, and Jesse knew that he was destined for greatness. One day, a prophet came to Jesse's house. The prophet told Jesse that one of his sons would be the next king of Israel. Jesse was overjoyed, and he immediately began to pray for God to choose the right son. The prophet looked at Jesse's sons, one by one. He saw that they were all strong and handsome, but he knew that none of them was the right one. Finally, the prophet saw David. He was a young boy, with a humble and gentle spirit. The prophet knew that David was the one who would be the next king of Israel. Jesse was very proud of David, and he knew that he would make a great king. He gave David his blessing, and he watched as David went on to lead Israel into a new era

Jeconiah

Jeconiah was the nineteenth and penultimate king of Judah. He was the son and successor of King Jehoiakim, and the grandson of King Josiah. Jeconiah was dethroned by the King of Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar II, in the 6th century BCE and was taken into captivity. Jeconiah was a young man when he became king. He was only 18 years old. He had a lot to learn about being a king. He was also faced with a lot of challenges. The most important challenge was the Babylonians. The Babylonians were a powerful empire that was expanding rapidly. They were determined to conquer Judah and make it part of their empire. Jeconiah tried to resist the Babylonians, but he was no match for them. The Babylonians invaded Judah and defeated the Jewish army. They captured Jerusalem and destroyed the temple. Jeconiah was taken prisoner and taken to Babylon. Jeconiah spent the rest of his life in Babylon. He was treated well by the Babylonians, but he never forgot his home. He longed to return to Judah. Jeconiah's story is a story of loss and redemption. It is a story of a

Eliakim

Eliakim was a man of great ambition. He was the son of Hilkiah, the high priest, and he was determined to rise to the top of Judah's government. When Shebna, the finance minister, was dismissed by King Hezekiah, Eliakim saw his chance. He quickly rose to power and became one of the most powerful men in the kingdom. Eliakim was a shrewd and cunning politician. He was able to use his position to enrich himself and his family. He also used his power to suppress his enemies and to promote his own agenda. Eliakim was a controversial figure. Some people admired his ambition and his ability to get things done. Others despised him for his greed and his ruthlessness. Despite his flaws, Eliakim was a key player in the history of Judah. He was a major force behind the reforms of King Hezekiah, and he helped to lead Judah through a difficult time. Eliakim's story is a reminder that even in the midst of turmoil and uncertainty, there are always people who are willing to fight for what they believe in.

Tamar

Tamar was a woman with a complicated life. She was the daughter-in-law of Judah, but she was also his lover. She had two children by him, the twins Perez and Zerah. Tamar's story is one of love, loss, and redemption. Tamar was first married to Judah's son Er. But Er died young, and Judah promised to give Tamar his other son, Onan, in marriage. However, Onan refused to have children with Tamar, so that his own inheritance would not be divided. This angered God, and he killed Onan as well. Judah was now left with a problem. He had promised Tamar to marry his son, but both of his sons were now dead. He didn't want to marry her himself, because he was too old. So he told Tamar to go back to her father's house and wait until he could find a husband for her. Tamar was not happy with this. She knew that Judah had promised her to marry his son, and she was determined to have his children. So she disguised herself as a prostitute and waited for Judah to come by. When he did, she seduced him and had two children by