יְחִזְקִיָּה (ye.chiz.qiy.yah)
ye.chiz.qiy.yah
Jehizkiah
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 4 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Jehizkiah is a variant spelling of Hezekiah, meaning "Yahweh has strengthened." It appears only four times in the Hebrew Bible, serving as a proper noun for distinct individuals rather than a descriptive theological term. The most prominent bearer was the twelfth king of Judah, son of Ahaz and Abi, who reigned for twenty-nine years and is noted for his godly conduct (2 Chronicles 28:12; 2 Kings 16:20).
Despite its brevity in scripture, the name carries significant historical weight. In addition to the king, it identifies an Ephraimite living during Ahaz’s time and a head of a family among the exiles who returned under Nehemiah (Ezra 2:16). The consistent element across these references is the divine promise embedded in the name, linking each bearer to the strength provided by God.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Jehizkiah carries a quiet but powerful promise: "Yahweh has strengthened." While it appears only four times in Scripture, often as part of a genealogy or a historical record, the meaning behind it remains relevant for anyone facing difficulty. It reminds us that strength is not something we generate on our own, but a gift received from God.
In the life of King Hezekiah, this name was lived out. When Judah faced overwhelming threats, he did not rely on military power alone. Instead, he turned to prayer and trusted in God’s protection. The biblical record shows that his faithfulness led to deliverance, proving that divine strength is available when we seek it.
Whether you are reading these names in a list of ancestors or studying the history of Judah, the underlying truth is consistent. God strengthens those who trust Him. This promise is not limited to ancient kings; it extends to every believer who needs endurance in daily life. You can rest in the assurance that your strength comes from the Lord.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 4 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Hezekiah2×
- of/ Hezekiah1×
- and/ Jechizkiah1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- יְחִזְקִיָּ֖ה2×
- לִֽ/יחִזְקִיָּ֖ה1×
- וִֽ/יחִזְקִיָּ֙הוּ֙1×
Key Verses
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II Chronicles 28:12
Then some of the heads of the children of Ephraim, Azariah the son of Johanan, Berechiah the son of Meshillemoth, Jehizkiah the son of Shallum, and Amasa the son of Hadlai, stood up against those who came from the war,
This verse identifies Jehizkiah as a leader among Ephraimites who intervened to show compassion, highlighting that God's strength often manifests through acts of mercy and protection for others.
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Hosea 1:1
Yahweh’s word that came to Hosea the son of Beeri, in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam the son of Joash, king of Israel.
Here the name appears in a historical marker alongside other kings, anchoring the prophet's message in a specific time when Judah needed spiritual renewal under Hezekiah's reign.
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Micah 1:1
Yahweh’s word that came to Micah of Morasheth in the days of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, which he saw concerning Samaria and Jerusalem.
The inclusion of Hezekiah in this introductory phrase connects the prophetic warning about judgment with the era of a king known for his reforms and reliance on God.