About Joash
Joash was a priest.
Joash ( Yō’āš, "Yah is strong") was the fourth High Priest of Solomon's Temple. Josephus wrote that after Azariah his son 'Joram' became the new High Priest. The third name in the High Priest family line of (6:4-15 in other translations) is 'Johanan'.
Abraham Isaac Jacob Levi Kohath Amram Aaron Eleazar Phinehas Abishua Bukki Uzzi Zerahiah Meraioth Amariah Ahitub Zadok Ahimaaz Azariah
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joash?
High priest of Israel
What was Joash's occupation?
Joash was a priest.
What nationality was Joash?
Joash's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Judah.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joash (High Priest)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joash. https://biography.guide/joash/
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