Jehoash, also known as Joash, was a king of the ancient kingdom of Judah. He ascended to the throne at a young age, around seven years old, after the death of his father, Ahaziah. Jehoash is noted for restoring the temple in Jerusalem and for his efforts to return the people of Judah to the worship of Yahweh. His reign lasted for 40 years, during which he faced various challenges, including conflicts with neighboring kingdoms. Jehoash is remembered for his initial faithfulness to God, but later in his reign, he turned away from these practices, leading to a decline in his kingdom's spiritual and political stability.