Johanan יוֹחָנָן
A descendant of David through the line of Jehoiachin
Who is Johanan in the Bible?
Johanan was a descendant of King David listed in the genealogy of 1 Chronicles 3:24 as the son of Elioenai. He belonged to the line of Jehoiachin, one of Judah's final kings before the Babylonian exile in 597 BC, making him part of David's royal family during the post-exile period. Beyond his placement in this genealogical record, no other details about Johanan's life or accomplishments are provided in Scripture. His inclusion in David's genealogy demonstrates the continuity of David's lineage after the exile and underscores God's faithfulness to His promise that David's throne would be established forever (2 Samuel 7:16).
Biography
Johanan is briefly mentioned in 1Ch.3.24 as part of the genealogy of King David's descendants. He is listed as one of the sons of Elioenai, who was a descendant of King Jehoiachin (also known as Jeconiah). Jehoiachin was one of the last kings of Judah before the Babylonian exile, and he was taken captive to Babylon in 597 BC (2Ki.24.15).
The mention of Johanan in this genealogy demonstrates that David's lineage continued even after the exile, and it highlights the importance of maintaining family records. However, no additional information is provided about Johanan's life, his specific role within the family, or any notable achievements. His inclusion in the genealogy serves primarily to trace the ongoing fulfillment of God's promise to establish David's throne forever (2Sa.7.16).
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Hodaviah Tribe of JudahSon of ElioenaiA descendant of David through Jeconiah.View full profile →
- Eliashib MalePriest during King David's reignView full profile →
- Pelaiah Tribe of JudahSon of ElioenaiDescendant of King DavidView full profile →
- Akkub Tribe of JudahSon of ElioenaiDescendant of King Jehoiachin of JudahView full profile →
- Delaiah MalePriest in charge of the twenty-third divisionView full profile →
- Anani Tribe of JudahSon of ElioenaiDescendant of King DavidView full profile →
In Scripture
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- 1 Chronicles 3:24
"The sons of Elioenai: Hodaviah, Eliashib, Pelaiah, Akkub, Johanan, Delaiah, and Anani—seven in all."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Transliteration | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יוֹחָנָן | ywōḥānān | Jochanan , the name of nine Israelites |