Jeshishai יְשִׁישַׁי
An ancestor of Gadite leaders.
Biography
Jeshishai is mentioned briefly in the genealogy of the tribe of Gad in 1 Chronicles. He is listed as an ancestor of the Gadite leaders who lived in the region of Bashan, known for its fertile land and pastures. The Gadites were one of the Israelite tribes that settled east of the Jordan River. The mention of Jeshishai in this genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage and the connection between the Gadites and their ancestral heritage.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 5:14
"These were the sons of Abihail, the son of Huri, the son of Jaroah, the son of Gilead, the son of Michael, the son of Jeshishai, the son of Jahdo, the son of Buz;"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְשִׁישַׁי | H3454 |
Encyclopedia Article
ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)