Azubah עֲזוּבָה
The mother of King Jehoshaphat of Judah.
Who is Azubah in the Bible?
Azubah was the mother of King Jehoshaphat of Judah and the wife of King Asa, mentioned in 1 Kings 22:42 and 2 Chronicles 20:31. She is identified as the daughter of Shilhi in these passages, which introduce her son Jehoshaphat as he began his reign over Judah. Though little is recorded about her personal life or influence, Azubah's significance lies in her role as the mother of one of Judah's most faithful kings, a ruler who is remembered for his religious reforms and military victories during his long reign.
Biography
Azubah was the wife of King Asa and the mother of King Jehoshaphat, who ruled over the Kingdom of Judah. She is mentioned in 1Ki.22.42 and 2Ch.20.31, which provide the introductory information about Jehoshaphat as he became king. Both passages state that Jehoshaphat's mother's name was Azubah, and identify her as the daughter of Shilhi.
Family
In Scripture
2 biblical books1 Kings 1 verse
- 1 Kings 22:42
"Jehoshaphat was thirty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-five years. His mother’s name was Azubah daughter of Shilhi."
2 Chronicles 1 verse
- 2 Chronicles 20:31
"So Jehoshaphat reigned over Judah. He was thirty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-five years. His mother’s name was Azubah daughter of Shilhi."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֲזוּבָה |