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Necho

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Necho is another form of the name of Pharaoh-necho, the Egyptian king who opposed Josiah and later ruled over Judah through Jehoiakim.

Definition

Necho is another form of the name Pharaoh-necho, an Egyptian king. The name is explained as meaning lame.

Biblical Usage

Necho is associated with the Egyptian king who opposed Josiah and later appointed Eliakim, changing his name to Jehoiakim, after carrying Jehoahaz to Egypt.

Historical Background

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Scripture References

2 Chronicles 35:20 2 Chronicles 35:22 2 Chronicles 36:4

Related Figures

Josiah Jehoiakim Jehoahaz

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(lame). (2 Chronicles 35:20,22; 36:4) [PHARAOH-NECHO]
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