Coniah
Peopleâš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
A variant form of the name Jehoiachin, appearing in Jeremiah 22:24, 22:28, and 37:1.
What is the meaning of Coniah in the Bible?
A variant form of the name Jehoiachin, appearing in Jeremiah 22:24, 22:28, and 37:1.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Coniah as an alternative name for Jehoiachin clarifies the identity of the king addressed in Jeremiah's prophecies regarding the fall of Jerusalem.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Coniah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Coniah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Coniah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Jeremiah 22:24
Source Attribution & Provenance
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been editorially modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and formatted for fast contextual reference.
How to Cite This Entry
"Coniah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/coniah/