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Joah

Meaning: Jehovah his brother; i.e., helper

This is the name of 4 ancient Israelite men.

  1. Joah, son of Obed-edom

    He is one of the sons of Obed-edom (1 Chr. 26:4), a Korhite porter.

  2. Joah, a Levite

    He is a Levite of the family of Gershom (1 Chr. 6:21), probably the same as Ethan (1 Chr. 6:42).

  3. Joah, son of Asaph

    He is the son of Asaph, and “recorder” or chronicler to King Hezekiah (2 Kings 18:18, 26, 37).

  4. Joah, son of Joahaz

    This son of Joahaz is a “recorder” or keeper of the state archives under King Josiah (2 Chr. 34:8).

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Article Version: March 13, 2026