King Jehoiakim

Ancient King of Judah

King Jehoiakim was the king of Judah during the 6th century BC. He was a member of the royal family of Judah and ruled the kingdom from around 609 to 586 BC. King Jehoiakim is notable for his conflict with the prophet Jeremiah, who prophesied against him and his reign. He is also known for his attempts to suppress the worship of other gods and his persecution of the Jews who refused to worship him. Despite his reputa...