Joah יוֹאָח
A Levite who helped purify the temple
Who is Joah in the Bible?
Joah son of Joahaz was a Kohathite Levite who served during the reign of King Hezekiah of Judah. He played an active role in the purification and rededication of the temple, working alongside other Levites to complete the sacred cleansing rituals as ordered by the king (2 Chronicles 29:12). His participation in this major religious reform demonstrates the important role that Levites held in maintaining the spiritual life of Israel and highlights the significance of the temple restoration during Hezekiah's reign.
Biography
Joah son of Joahaz was a Levite of the Kohath clan who lived during the reign of King Hezekiah of Judah. He took part in the purification and rededication of the temple as ordered by Hezekiah, working with other Levites to complete the cleansing rites (2Ch.29.12). No other information is provided in the biblical text about Joah's responsibilities or experiences.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Chronicles 1 verse
- 2 Chronicles 29:12
"Then the Levites set to work: Mahath son of Amasai and Joel son of Azariah from the Kohathites; Kish son of Abdi and Azariah son of Jehallelel from the Merarites; Joah son of Zimmah and Eden son of Joah from the Gershonites;"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יוֹאָח |