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Josaphat

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Josaphat is the Greek form of Jehoshaphat. In Matthew’s genealogy it refers to Jehoshaphat, king of Judah.

Definition

Josaphat is the Greek form used for Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah. The name appears in the genealogy of Jesus recorded by Matthew.

Biblical Usage

Josaphat is listed in Matthew’s genealogy as an ancestor of Christ.

Historical Background

The form “Josaphat” is used in the Authorized Version of Matthew for Jehoshaphat.

Scripture References

Matthew 1:8

Related Figures

Jehoshaphat Jesus Christ

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
= Jehoshaphat king of Judah. (Matthew 1:8)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>jos'-a-fat (Iosaphat, the King James Version in Mt 1:8 for JEHOSHAPHAT (which see)): A king of Judah, mentioned in Matthew's genealogy of Christ.</p>
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