Bible Person

Johanan

Meaning: who is liberal or merciful · Male · 1 cross reference

This Johanan entry refers to the firstborn son of Josiah, not to the warriors, returnee leaders, or post-exilic figures of the same name. He belongs to the late royal house of Judah. First appears in 1 Chr 3:15.1

AI summary: This Johanan matters because his single cross reference places him within the closing generation of Judah's monarchy. Even without a developed narrative, the entry contributes to the dynastic framework around Josiah's household and succession. Taken together, the material presents this Johanan as a royal son in the house of Judah.1

Central Figure

Johanan

Meaning: who is liberal or merciful

The oldest of King Josiah’s sons (1 Chr.