Old Testament · Book 11 of 66
1 Kings
22 chapters. Book overviews with themes and outlines are written and reviewed in Phase 2. Below are the records in the graph that draw primarily on this book.
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Abda
Abda was the father of Adoram (or 'Adoniram'), who was in charge of forced labor during Solomon's reign. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:6.
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Abel-beth-maacah
Abel-beth-maacah, a fortified city in northern Israel, near Dan. Mentioned in 6 verses across 4 books, first at 2 Samuel 20:14.
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Abel-meholah
Abel-meholah, a town in Israel, the birthplace of Elisha. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at Judges 7:22.
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Abijah
Abijah, the son of King Jeroboam I, fell ill and died in childhood, as prophesied by Ahijah the prophet. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 14:1.
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Abijah
Abijah, the son of Rehoboam, reigned as king of Judah for three years and continued in the sins of his father. Mentioned in 20 verses across 4 books, first at 1 Kings 14:31.
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Abinadab
Abinadab, the son of Iddo, was married to Solomon's daughter Taphath and served as an official in Solomon's government, overseeing the region of Dor. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:11.
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Abiram
Abiram, the firstborn son of Hiel the Bethelite, died when his father laid the foundation of Jericho. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 16:34.
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Abishag
Abishag, the beautiful Shunammite who served King David in his old age and was later sought as a wife by Adonijah. Mentioned in 5 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Kings 1:3.
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Adonijah
Adonijah, the fourth son of David, declared himself king when David was old, but Solomon was chosen to succeed David instead, and Adonijah was later put to death for his rebellious actions. Mentioned in 24 verses across 3 books, first at 2 Samuel 3:4.
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Adoram
Adoram, also known as Adoniram or Hadoram, was an official in charge of forced labor during the reigns of David, Solomon, and Rehoboam. Mentioned in 5 verses across 3 books, first at 2 Samuel 20:24.
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Ahab
Ahab, son of Omri, reigned as king of Israel and did evil in the sight of the Lord. Mentioned in 79 verses across 4 books, first at 1 Kings 16:28.
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Ahaziah
Ahaziah, son of Ahab, reigned as king of Israel for two years. Mentioned in 7 verses across 3 books, first at 1 Kings 22:40.
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Ahijah
Ahijah the Shilonite was a prophet who foretold Jeroboam's rise to power and the division of the kingdom. Mentioned in 11 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 11:29.
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Ahijah
Ahijah was the father of Baasha, who became king of Israel and ruled for 24 years. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 15:27.
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Ahijah
Ahijah, son of Seraiah (or 'Shisha'), served as a scribe during King Solomon's reign. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:3.
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Ahilud
Ahilud was the father of Jehoshaphat, David's recorder, and Baana, one of Solomon's twelve district governors. Mentioned in 5 verses across 3 books, first at 2 Samuel 8:16.
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Ahimaaz
Ahimaaz, who was married to Solomon's daughter Basemath, served as the governor of Naphtali during Solomon's reign. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:15.
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Ahinadab
Ahinadab, the son of Iddo, was one of Solomon's twelve governors, responsible for providing provisions for the king's household. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:14.
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Ahishar
Ahishar was in charge of King Solomon's palace. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:6.
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Amon
Amon was the governor of Samaria during the reign of King Ahab of Israel. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 22:26.
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Anathoth
Anathoth, a Levitical city in Benjamin, notable as the birthplace of Jeremiah. Mentioned in 18 verses across 8 books, first at Joshua 21:18.
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Aphek
Aphek, a city in the north, where the Arameans fought against Israel. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 20:26.
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Arabia
Arabia, a desert region southeast of Israel, known for trade and nomadic tribes. Mentioned in 19 verses across 9 books, first at 2 Samuel 23:35.
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Argob
Argob, a region in Bashan, conquered by the Israelites and known for its many fortified cities. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at Deuteronomy 3:4.
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Arubboth
Arubboth, a district governed by one of Solomon's twelve officers. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:10.
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Arza
Arza was the steward of King Elah's household in Tirzah (1Ki.16.9). Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 16:9.
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Asa
Asa was a king of Judah who reigned for 41 years, known for his religious reforms (1Kings 15; 2Chr 14-16). Mentioned in 53 verses across 5 books, first at 1 Kings 15:8.
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Azariah
Azariah, the descendant of Zadok, served as high priest during the reign of King Solomon (1Ch.6.10, 11; Ezr.7.3). Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 4:2.
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Azariah
Azariah, the son of Nathan, was an official in King Solomon's court (1Ki.4.5). Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:5.
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Azubah
Azubah was the mother of King Jehoshaphat of Judah. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 22:42.
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Baalath
Baalath was a town fortified by Solomon, possibly located in the Lebanon region. (1Ki.9.18; 2Ch.8.6) Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 9:18.
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Baana
Baana son of Ahilud was one of Solomon's twelve district governors. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:12.
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Baana
Baana son of Hushai governed the territory of Asher and Aloth under Solomon. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:16.
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Baasha
Baasha, son of Ahijah, became king of Israel and reigned for 24 years. Mentioned in 26 verses across 4 books, first at 1 Kings 15:16.
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Basemath
Basemath, daughter of Solomon, was married to Ahimaaz, one of Solomon's twelve district governors. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:15.
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Bathsheba
Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah, later became David's wife and the mother of Solomon. Mentioned in 12 verses across 4 books, first at 2 Samuel 11:3.
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Ben-Geber
Ben-Geber was one of the twelve district governors appointed by Solomon, responsible for the region of Ramoth-gilead. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:13.
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Ben-abinadab
Ben-abinadab, Solomon's son-in-law, was one of the twelve officials appointed over Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:11.
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Ben-deker
Ben-deker was one of the twelve district governors appointed by Solomon to provide provisions for the king and his household. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:9.
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Ben-hadad
Ben-hadad I, king of Aram, made a treaty with Asa of Judah and attacked Israel during the reign of Baasha. Mentioned in 17 verses across 3 books, first at 1 Kings 15:18.
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Ben-hesed
Ben-hesed was one of Solomon's twelve officers over Israel. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:10.
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Ben-hur
Ben-hur was one of Solomon's twelve officers over Israel. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:8.
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Benaiah
Benaiah, the son of Jehoiada, was a mighty warrior in David's army and later served as the commander of Solomon's army and a key advisor to the king. Mentioned in 23 verses across 3 books, first at 2 Samuel 8:18.
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Brook of Egypt
The Brook of Egypt (Shihor) marked the southwestern boundary of the Promised Land. Mentioned in 11 verses across 7 books, first at Numbers 34:5.
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Cabul
Cabul was the name given by Hiram, king of Tyre, to the twenty cities given to him by Solomon. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 9:13.
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Calcol
Calcol was a wise man to whom Solomon's wisdom was compared. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:31.
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Carmel Mount
Mount Carmel was a mountain range in northern Israel where the prophet Elijah confronted the prophets of Baal. Mentioned in 5 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 18:19.
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Chenaanah
Zedekiah son of Chenaanah was a false prophet who opposed Micaiah. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 22:11.
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Cherith
The Brook Cherith was where the prophet Elijah hid and was fed by ravens during a drought in Israel. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Kings 17:3.
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Chinneroth
Chinneroth, also known as Chinnereth, was a region and a city near the Sea of Galilee, which was also called the Sea of Chinnereth. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 11:2.
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Darda
Darda was a wise man, but Solomon's wisdom surpassed his. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:31.
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Deker
Ben-Deker was one of Solomon's twelve officers in charge of providing food for the king and his household. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:9.
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Dor
Dor, also known as Naphath-dor, was a Canaanite city allotted to Manasseh but not fully conquered (Joshua 12:23; 17:11; Judges 1:27). Mentioned in 6 verses across 4 books, first at Joshua 11:2.
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Ela
Ela, the son of Uzzi, served as an official under King Solomon. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:18.
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Elah
Elah, son of Baasha, was king of Israel for two years. Mentioned in 4 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Kings 16:6.
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Elath
Elath, an Edomite port on the Red Sea, was fortified by Judah during the reigns of Solomon and Uzziah. Mentioned in 6 verses across 4 books, first at Deuteronomy 2:8.
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Eliada
Eliada was the father of Rezon, who became an adversary to King Solomon. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 11:23.
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Elihoreph
Elihoreph was one of King Solomon's scribes. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:3.
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Elijah
Elijah was the prophet from Tishbe in Gilead who confronted King Ahab and the prophets of Baal, was fed by ravens and by a widow in Zarephath, raised the widow's son, and was taken up to heaven in a whirlwind. Malachi promised his return before the Day of the Lord, and Jesus identified John the Baptist with that promise.
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Elisha
Elisha was a prophet who performed many miracles and served as a spiritual leader in Israel after Elijah. Mentioned in 53 verses across 3 books, first at 1 Kings 19:16.
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Elonbeth-hanan
Elonbeth-hanan, a city under the jurisdiction of Ben-Deker, one of Solomon's twelve governors. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:9.
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En-rogel
En-rogel, a spring near Jerusalem, was the site of Adonijah's attempt to become king and later served as a meeting place for David's supporters. Mentioned in 4 verses across 3 books, first at Joshua 15:7.
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Ethan
Ethan the Ezrahite was a wise man and the author of Psalm 89. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 4:31.
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Ethbaal
Ethbaal was the king of Sidon and the father of Jezebel, who married King Ahab of Israel. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 16:31.
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Ezion-geber
Ezion-geber, an Israelite encampment during the Exodus and later a port city on the Red Sea, known for its maritime trade and shipbuilding. Mentioned in 7 verses across 4 books, first at Numbers 33:35.
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Geber
Geber, the son of Uri, was one of the twelve district governors appointed by King Solomon to provide food for the royal household. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:19.
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Genubath
Genubath was the son of Hadad the Edomite and was raised in Pharaoh's palace alongside the Pharaoh's own children. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 11:20.
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Gera
Gera was a Benjamite who cursed David during Absalom's rebellion but later sought forgiveness when David returned to Jerusalem. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at 2 Samuel 16:5.
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Gibbethon
Gibbethon, a Levitical city in the territory of Dan, was the site of conflict during the reigns of Nadab and Baasha (Joshua 19:44; 21:23; 1Ki.15.27; 16:15, 17). Mentioned in 5 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 19:44.
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Gihon
Gihon refers to both a river of Eden (Genesis 2:13) and a spring near Jerusalem (1Ki.1.33, 38, 45; 2Ch.32.30; 33:14). Mentioned in 6 verses across 3 books, first at Genesis 2:13.
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Ginath
Ginath was the father of Tibni, who contended with Omri for the throne of Israel. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Kings 16:21.
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Hadad
Hadad, an Edomite prince, fled to Egypt and later became an adversary to King Solomon. Mentioned in 5 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Kings 11:14.
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Haggith
Haggith was one of King David's wives and the mother of Adonijah, who attempted to claim the throne. Mentioned in 5 verses across 3 books, first at 2 Samuel 3:4.
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Hall of Judgment
The Hall of Judgment was a hall in Solomon's palace where he sat to judge and administer justice (1Ki.7.7). Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 7:7.
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Hall of Pillars
The Hall of Pillars was a porch in Solomon's palace, measuring fifty cubits long and thirty cubits wide, with a portico of pillars and a canopy. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 7:6.
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Hall of the Throne
The Hall of the Throne was another name for the Hall of Judgment in Solomon's palace, where he sat to administer justice (1Ki.7.7). Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 7:7.
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Hanani
Hanani, a seer, prophesied during the reigns of Asa and Jehoshaphat, kings of Judah. Mentioned in 5 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 16:1.
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Hazael
Hazael, king of Aram, was anointed by Elijah and fought against Israel and Judah. Mentioned in 21 verses across 4 books, first at 1 Kings 19:15.
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Heman
Heman was known for his wisdom, though not as wise as Solomon. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 4:31.
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Hepher
Hepher was a Canaanite city conquered by Joshua and later became part of a district under Solomon's rule. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 12:17.
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Hesed
Hesed was one of the twelve district overseers who provided supplies for King Solomon and his household. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:10.
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Hezion
Hezion was the grandfather of Ben-Hadad I, the king of Aram during the reign of Asa, king of Judah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 15:18.
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Hiel
Hiel the Bethelite rebuilt Jericho during the reign of King Ahab, fulfilling Joshua's curse on the city. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 16:34.
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Hiram
Hiram, a skilled craftsman from Tyre, was commissioned by Solomon to create the bronze furnishings for the temple. Mentioned in 6 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 7:13.
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Hiram
Hiram, king of Tyre, provided materials and craftsmen for the construction of David's palace and Solomon's temple and palace. Mentioned in 21 verses across 3 books, first at 2 Samuel 5:11.
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House of the Forest
The House of the Forest of Lebanon, a building in Solomon's palace. Mentioned in 6 verses across 3 books, first at 1 Kings 7:2.
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Hur
Hur was one of the twelve district governors appointed by King Solomon to oversee the provision of food for the royal household. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:8.
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Iddo
Iddo, the son of Abinadab, was an official in Mahanaim during King Solomon's reign. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:14.
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Ijon
Ijon (Jaan), a town in northern Israel conquered by the Assyrians. Mentioned in 4 verses across 4 books, first at 2 Samuel 24:6.
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Imlah
Imlah was the father of Micaiah, a prophet who spoke the truth to King Ahab of Israel, despite the king's displeasure. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 22:8.
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Jair
Jair, a descendant of Manasseh, captured the region of Gilead. Mentioned in 5 verses across 5 books, first at Numbers 32:41.
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Jehoiada
Jehoiada was the father of one of David's warriors who commanded the Kerethites and Pelethites; Mentioned in 21 verses across 3 books, first at 2 Samuel 8:18.
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Jehoram
Jehoram, also known as Joram, was the son of Jehoshaphat and king of Judah. Mentioned in 21 verses across 5 books, first at 1 Kings 22:50.
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Jehoshaphat
Jehoshaphat was the son of Asa and became a powerful and righteous king of Judah. Mentioned in 67 verses across 5 books, first at 1 Kings 15:24.
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Jehoshaphat
Jehoshaphat, son of Paruah, was one of Solomon's twelve officers responsible for providing food for the king and his household. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:17.
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Jehoshaphat
Jehoshaphat served as a recorder for King David and his son Solomon. Mentioned in 4 verses across 3 books, first at 2 Samuel 8:16.
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Jehu
Jehu, the son of Hanani, was a prophet who prophesied against Baasha, king of Israel, and later rebuked Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, for his alliance with Ahab. Mentioned in 5 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 16:1.
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Jehu
Jehu, son of Jehoshaphat, was anointed king of Israel by Elisha's servant; he destroyed the house of Ahab and the worship of Baal, but continued in the sins of Jeroboam. Mentioned in 46 verses across 4 books, first at 1 Kings 19:16.
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Jeroboam
Jeroboam I was the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel after the split of the united monarchy following Solomon's reign. Mentioned in 81 verses across 3 books, first at 1 Kings 11:26.
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Jether
Jether, also known as Ithra, was an Ishmaelite and the father of Amasa, who was Absalom's commander and later killed by Joab. Mentioned in 4 verses across 3 books, first at 2 Samuel 17:25.
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Jezebel
Queen Jezebel, the Phoenician wife of King Ahab, promoted Baal worship and persecuted the prophets of God. Mentioned in 20 verses across 3 books, first at 1 Kings 16:31.
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Joash
Joash, the son of King Ahab, was imprisoned by his father for a prophecy against him. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 22:26.
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Jokneam
Jokneam (or Jokmeam), a Canaanite city conquered by Joshua, later allotted to the Levites within the territory of Zebulun. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at Joshua 12:22.
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Jonathan
Jonathan, the son of Abiathar the priest, served as a messenger and informant for David during Absalom's rebellion. Mentioned in 6 verses across 2 books, first at 2 Samuel 15:27.
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Josiah
Josiah was a king of Judah who instituted significant religious reforms and repaired the temple. Mentioned in 49 verses across 7 books, first at 1 Kings 13:2.
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Kidron
The Kidron Valley, also known as the Valley of Jehoshaphat, is located east of Jerusalem and was the site of several significant events in the Bible. Mentioned in 13 verses across 7 books, first at 2 Samuel 15:23.
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Kishon
Kishon, a river in northern Israel, where Deborah and Barak defeated Sisera's army (Judges 4:7, 13; 5:21). Mentioned in 5 verses across 3 books, first at Judges 4:7.
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Kue
Kue, a place from which Solomon obtained horses (1Ki.10.28; 2Ch.1.16). Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 10:28.
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Maacah
Maacah, also known as Micaiah, the daughter of Abishalom (Absalom), was the wife of Rehoboam and mother of Abijah, king of Judah. Mentioned in 8 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 15:2.
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Mahol
Mahol was the father of wise men whom Solomon surpassed in wisdom. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:31.
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Makaz
Makaz, a place in one of the twelve administrative districts established by Solomon (1Ki.4.9). Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:9.
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Maoch
Maoch (or Maacah) was the father of Achish, king of Gath, to whom David fled. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Samuel 27:2.
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Megiddo
Megiddo, a strategically important city in the Jezreel Valley (Joshua 12:21; 17:11; Judges 1:27; 5:19), fortified by Solomon (1Ki.9.15), and the site of King Josiah's death (2Ki.23.29-30; 2Ch.35.22). Mentioned in 13 verses across 8 books, first at Joshua 12:21.
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Micaiah
Micaiah (or Micahu), a prophet, foretold the death of King Ahab of Israel in battle against the Arameans. Mentioned in 17 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 22:8.
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Millo
Millo (Akra), a fortification in Jerusalem built by Solomon (1Ki.9.15, 24; 11:27) and repaired by Hezekiah (2Ch.32.5). Mentioned in 6 verses across 4 books, first at 2 Samuel 5:9.
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Most Holy Place
The Most Holy Place was the innermost room of the tabernacle and temple, where the Ark of the Covenant was kept. Mentioned in 11 verses across 5 books, first at 1 Kings 6:16.
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Naamah
Naamah, an Ammonite woman, was the mother of Rehoboam, who succeeded his father Solomon as king of Judah. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 14:21.
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Naboth
Naboth, a Jezreelite, was unjustly killed by King Ahab and Queen Jezebel for refusing to sell his ancestral vineyard. Mentioned in 18 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 21:1.
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Nadab
Nadab, the son of Jeroboam I, reigned as king of Israel for two years before being assassinated by Baasha. Mentioned in 4 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Kings 14:20.
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Nebat
Nebat was the father of Jeroboam I, who became the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel after the division of the monarchy. Mentioned in 25 verses across 3 books, first at 1 Kings 11:26.
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Nimshi
Nimshi was the grandfather of Jehu, the king of Israel who overthrew the dynasty of Ahab. Mentioned in 5 verses across 3 books, first at 1 Kings 19:16.
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Obadiah
Obadiah was a palace administrator under King Ahab who feared the Lord and protected a hundred prophets during Jezebel's persecution. Mentioned in 6 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Kings 18:3.
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Omri
Omri was the sixth king of Israel who established Samaria as the capital and founded a powerful dynasty. Mentioned in 13 verses across 4 books, first at 1 Kings 16:16.
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Ophir
Ophir was a region famous for its high-quality gold, which was imported to Israel during the reigns of David and Solomon. Mentioned in 10 verses across 6 books, first at 1 Kings 9:28.
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Paruah
Paruah, the father of Jehoshaphat, who was one of Solomon's twelve district governors. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:17.
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Pharaoh
Pharaoh, the Egyptian ruler who made an alliance with King Solomon and gave him his daughter in marriage. Mentioned in 12 verses across 3 books, first at 1 Kings 3:1.
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Queen of Sheba
The Queen of Sheba visited King Solomon, tested him with questions, and praised his wisdom and prosperity. Mentioned in 10 verses across 4 books, first at 1 Kings 10:1.
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Ramah
Ramah was a town in the territory of Benjamin, often associated with significant events in Israel's history, such as the mourning of Rachel and the imprisonment of Jeremiah. Mentioned in 18 verses across 10 books, first at Joshua 18:25.
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Rehoboam
Rehoboam was the son of Solomon and the first king of Judah after the division of the kingdom. Mentioned in 41 verses across 4 books, first at 1 Kings 11:43.
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Rei
Rei was one of the people who remained loyal to King Solomon during Adonijah's attempt to seize the throne. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 1:8.
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Rezon
Rezon, son of Eliada, was an adversary of Solomon who reigned over Aram (Syria) in Damascus. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 11:23.
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Samaria
Samaria was the capital city of the northern kingdom of Israel, and its inhabitants were known as Samaritans (1Ki. 16:24; 2Ki. 17:24; Jhn. 4:9; Act.8.5). Mentioned in 124 verses across 16 books, first at 1 Kings 13:32.
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Segub
Segub was the son of Hiel, who rebuilt Jericho during Ahab's reign. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 16:34.
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Seraiah
Seraiah, also known as Shavsha, Sheva, Sheya, or Shisha, served as David's scribe during his reign. Mentioned in 4 verses across 3 books, first at 2 Samuel 8:17.
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Shaalbim
Shaalbim, also called Shaalabbin, was a town allotted to the tribe of Dan (Josh. 19:42; Judg. 1:35) and the hometown of some of David's mighty men (2Sam. 23:32; 1Chr. 11:33). It was also a town under Solomon's administration (1Ki. 4:9). Mentioned in 5 verses across 5 books, first at Joshua 19:42.
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Shaphat
Shaphat was the father of Elisha, the prophet who succeeded Elijah and performed many miracles during the reigns of the kings of Israel. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 19:16.
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Sheba
Sheba, also referred to as the South, was a kingdom known for its wealth, trade, and the visit of its queen to King Solomon (1Ki. 10:1-13; 2Chr. 9:1-12; Ps. 72:10, 15; Isa. 60:6; Jer. 6:20; Ezek. 27:22-23; 38:13; Luke 11:31). Mentioned in 16 verses across 8 books, first at 1 Kings 10:1.
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Shemaiah
Shemaiah, a prophet who delivered messages to King Rehoboam of Judah. Mentioned in 5 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 12:22.
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Shemer
Shemer, the original owner of the hill of Samaria, which Omri bought from him. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 16:24.
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Shilhi
Shilhi, the father of Azubah, who was the mother of King Jehoshaphat of Judah. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 22:42.
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Shimei
Shimei was an influential figure during Solomon's reign and the son of Ela. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Kings 1:8.
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Shishak
Shishak was an Egyptian Pharaoh who invaded Judah during the reign of King Rehoboam and captured fortified cities. Mentioned in 5 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 11:40.
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Socoh
Socoh was a town in the Shephelah region of Judah (Josh. 15:35), known for being near the site of David's battle with Goliath (1Sam. 17:1) and later fortified by Rehoboam (2Chr. 11:7). Mentioned in 5 verses across 4 books, first at Joshua 15:35.
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Solomon
Solomon was David's son by Bathsheba who succeeded him as king, asked God for wisdom, and built the first temple in Jerusalem. His reign was the height of Israel's peace and wealth, but his foreign marriages and idolatry led God to announce the division of the kingdom after his death.
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Tabrimmon
Tabrimmon was the father of Ben-hadad I, the king of Syria who was an ally of Asa king of Judah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 15:18.
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Tadmor
Tadmor (or Tamar), a city built by Solomon in the wilderness, possibly the later site of Palmyra (1Kgs. 9:18; 2Chr. 8:4). Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 9:18.
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Tahpenes
Tahpenes was the queen of Egypt who gave her sister in marriage to Hadad the Edomite. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Kings 11:19.
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Taphath
Taphath was a daughter of Solomon who married Ben-abinadab, one of Solomon's district governors. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:11.
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Tarshish
Tarshish, a distant maritime city known for its ships, wealth, and trade, possibly located in southern Spain (1Kgs. 10:22; Isa. 23:1; Jonah 1:3). Mentioned in 20 verses across 7 books, first at 1 Kings 10:22.
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Tibni
Tibni was a rival to Omri for the throne of Israel, leading to a divided kingdom until his death. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Kings 16:21.
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Tiphsah
Tiphsah, a city on the Euphrates River, marking the extent of Solomon's kingdom (1Kgs. 4:24). Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:24.
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Tirzah
Tirzah, a Canaanite city captured by Joshua, later served as the capital of the northern kingdom of Israel before Samaria (Josh. 12:24; 1Kgs. 14:17; 15:21, 33; 16:6-23). Mentioned in 13 verses across 4 books, first at Joshua 12:24.
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Tishbe
Tishbe (or Tishbite), the hometown of the prophet Elijah, located in Gilead (1Kgs. 17:1; 21:17, 28; 2Kgs. 1:3, 8; 9:36). Mentioned in 6 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 17:1.
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Tyre
Tyre, a prominent Phoenician port city, known for its wealth, trade, and craftsmanship, often mentioned in the context of judgment and prophecy (Josh. 19:29; 2Sam. 5:11; 1Kgs. 5:1; Isa. 23:1-17; Ezek. 26-28; Matt. 11:21-22; Act.12.20). Mentioned in 55 verses across 18 books, first at Joshua 19:29.
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Unnamed#1
This unnamed descendant of Ithamar was an ancestor of Eli who acted as High Priest. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 2:27.
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Unnamed#2
This unnamed descendant of Ithamar was an ancestor of Eli who acted as High Priest. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 2:27.
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Unnamed#3
This unnamed descendant of Ithamar was an ancestor of Eli who acted as High Priest. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 2:27.
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Unnamed#4
This unnamed descendant of Ithamar was an ancestor of Eli who acted as High Priest. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 2:27.
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Uri
Uri was the father of Geber, one of the twelve officers appointed by Solomon to provide for the king and his household. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:19.
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Zabud
Zabud, son of Nathan, served as a priest and was a close friend of King Solomon. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:5.
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Zarephath
Zarephath, a Phoenician city between Tyre and Sidon, where Elijah stayed with a widow during a famine and performed miracles (1Kgs. 17:9-10; Obad. 1:20; Luke 4:26). Mentioned in 4 verses across 3 books, first at 1 Kings 17:9.
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Zarethan
Zarethan, a place near Adam and the Jordan River, mentioned in connection with Israel's crossing and the casting of bronze implements for Solomon's Temple (Josh. 3:16; 1Kgs. 4:12; 7:46; 2Chr. 4:17; Judg. 7:22). Mentioned in 5 verses across 4 books, first at Joshua 3:16.
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Zedekiah
Zedekiah, son of Chenaanah, was a false prophet who opposed Micaiah and encouraged Ahab to attack Ramoth-gilead. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 22:11.
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Zeredah
Zeredah was the hometown of Jeroboam, who became the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel . Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 11:26.
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Zeruah
Zeruah was the mother of Jeroboam, who became the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 11:26.
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Zimri
Zimri, a commander of half of Israel's chariots, became king after assassinating Elah, but his reign lasted only seven days. Mentioned in 8 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 16:9.
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