Bozkath was a town in Judah and the birthplace of King Josiah's mother, Jedidah.
Also known as Boscath
Bozkath was a town located in the Shephelah, or lowlands, of Judah (Joshua 15:39). It is mentioned in the Bible as the birthplace of Jedidah, the mother of King Josiah of Judah (2Ki.22.1). Josiah was known for his religious reforms and his obedience to the Law of Moses, which was rediscovered during his reign. The fact that Josiah's mother came from Bozkath may suggest that the town had a reputation for religious faithfulness. However, no other details are provided about Bozkath's history, size, or significance.
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(rocky height), a city of Judah in the lowlands (Joshua 15:39; 2 Kings 22:1)
BOZ'KATH, and BOS'CATH (stony height), a place on the plains of Judah. Josh 15:39; 2 Kgs 22:1. Warren proposes ?Beskit? as its site.
BOZ'KATH, and BOS'CATH (stony height), a place on the plains of Judah. Josh 15:39; 2 Kgs 22:1. Warren proposes ?Beskit? as its site.
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2 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H1218
Lachish, Bozkath, Eglon,
Josiah was eight years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem thirty-one years. His motherʼs name was Jedidah daughter of Adaiah; she was from Bozkath.
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