Jekamiah יְקַמְיָה
Son of Shallum, a descendant of Judah.
Who is Jekamiah in the Bible?
Jekamiah was a descendant of Judah mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 2:41. He was the son of Shallum and belonged to the lineage of Jerahmeel, tracing his ancestry back through Sheshan to the tribe of Judah itself. As part of the detailed genealogy preserved in Chronicles, Jekamiah represents one of many descendants whose names were recorded to maintain the historical record of Judah's tribal lineage following the return from exile. Though Jekamiah is not featured in any narrative accounts or significant biblical events, his inclusion in the genealogical records underscores the biblical emphasis on preserving the tribal heritage and family lines of God's people.
Biography
Jekamiah is mentioned in the genealogy of Judah in 1 Chronicles. He was the son of Shallum, who was a descendant of Sheshan, from the clan of Jerahmeel. The genealogy traces Jekamiah's lineage back to Judah, one of the twelve sons of Israel (or 'Jacob').
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 2:41
"Shallum was the father of Jekamiah, and Jekamiah was the father of Elishama."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְקַמְיָה |