Who was Urijah in the Bible?

Urijah (also spelled Uriah) was a prophet during the reign of King Jehoiakim who faithfully delivered God's message of judgment, similar to the prophet Jeremiah. He is notably mentioned as a prophet who was executed for his prophecies (Jeremiah 26:20-23).

Where is the story of Urijah found in the Bible?

The story of the prophet Urijah is found in the Book of Jeremiah, specifically in Jeremiah 26:20-23. This passage recounts how King Jehoiakim sought to kill him for his prophecies, leading to his execution.

Why is Urijah an important biblical figure?

Urijah is significant as an example of a faithful prophet who was martyred for speaking God's truth, highlighting the cost of prophetic ministry and the opposition faced by God's messengers during a time of national rebellion.

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Urijah See URIAH, URIJAH. ⇒See a list of verses on URIJAH in the Bible. ⇒See also the McClintock and Strong Biblical Cyclopedia.

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