Woman living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Abi, also known as Abijah, was the mother of King Hezekiah and the daughter of Zechariah.
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Also known as Abijah
Abi, also called Abijah, was the mother of King Hezekiah of Judah. She is mentioned in 2Ki.18.2 and 2Ch.29.1 as the daughter of Zechariah. Hezekiah, who reigned from approximately 715-686 BC, was known for his religious reforms and his trust in God (2Ki.18.5-6). The fact that Abi is mentioned by name suggests that she may have had a positive influence on her son Hezekiah. However, no further details about her life or character are provided in the Bible.
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mother of King Hezekiah, (2 Kings 18:2) written Abia, Abiah, Or Abijah, Abijah Or Abijam in (2 Chronicles 29:1)
A'BI (father = progenitor), the mother of Hezekiah, 2 Kgs 18:2; called more fully Abijah. 2 Chr 29:1.
A'BI (father = progenitor), the mother of Hezekiah, 2 Kgs 18:2; called more fully Abijah. 2 Chr 29:1.
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2 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H0021
He was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-nine years. His motherʼs name was Abi, the daughter of Zechariah.
Hezekiah was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-nine years. His motherʼs name was Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah.
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