Ahah

Ahah was a Jaredite king who ruled for a short time. According to the record in the book of Ether, Ahah was the son of Seth, who was part of the Jaredite lineage that descended from the brother of Jared (Ether 1:10).

The book of Ether states that Ahah “ruled as a Jaredite king for a short time as a wicked and despotic ruler” (Ether 11:10). This indicates that Ahah’s reign was brief and that he was an unrighteous and tyrannical leader over the Jaredite people.

The Jaredite record provides little additional detail about Ahah’s life and reign. However, his inclusion in the genealogy and the characterization of him as a “wicked and despotic ruler” suggests he was part of the downward spiritual and political trajectory of the Jaredite civilization, which ultimately led to their complete destruction.

Ahah’s story serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unrighteous leadership and the consequences that can befall a people when they reject the Lord and give in to wickedness. His brief but troubled reign highlights the importance of having righteous, God-fearing leaders to guide a society. [1][2]

Learn more:

1. Ether 1
2. Who’s Who in the Book of Mormon?
3. Of Captivity and Kingdoms: Helping Students Find a Place in the Book of Ether | Religious Studies Center