The Hebrew Bible depicts the Kingdom of Judah as one of the two successor states of the United Kingdom of Israel, a term denoting the united monarchy under biblical kings Saul, David, and …

Judah was the fourth son of Jacob and Leah. Compared to a lion, Judah was the ancestor of the royal House of David. He made mistakes and rectified them, blazing a path for others to follow.

The tribe of Judah settled in the region south of Jerusalem and in time became the most powerful and most important tribe. Not only did it produce the great kings David and Solomon but also, it was …

Judah’s story lays vital groundwork for the royal lineage in Israel, culminating in the Messiah. His life also exemplifies humility, repentance, and the outworking of divine purpose through human actions.

JUDAH jōō’ də (יְהוּדָ֑ה). The fourth son of Jacob by Leah (Gen 29:35), who took a leading role among his brothers early in life (Gen 37:26, 27; 43:3-10; 44:16-34; 46:28). Judah was promised leadership and …

Jan 5, 2018 · Judith: Hanukkah Heroine While Jews today observe Hanukkah by retelling the story of Judah and the Maccabees, there is another story that used to be told.

Judah was the fourth son of Jacob and father of the tribe of Judah, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name Judah comes from the Hebrew word for gratitude.