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Abijah Or Abijam

People & Groups • Old Testament
Abijah, or Abijam, means “my father is the LORD.” It is the name associated with the son and successor of Rehoboam, king of Judah.
Biblical Usage
Abijah was the son of Rehoboam and king of Judah. He is also called Abijam in Kings. The name is associated with his succession to the throne and his conflict with the northern tribes.
Scripture References
1 Kings 4:21 2 Chronicles 12:16 1 Kings 14:23 1 Kings 14:24 1 Kings 14:1 1 Chronicles 24:10 2 Chronicles 8:14 Nehemiah 12:4 Nehemiah 12:17 Nehemiah 10:7