Ishpah
יִשְׁפָּה · yish.pah · H34721 mention, all in 1 Chronicles
Who he was
Ishpah is mentioned in a genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin in 1 Chronicles 8:16. He is listed as one of the sons of Beriah, who was a descendant of Benjamin through Elpaal.
The genealogy in this chapter focuses on the descendants of Benjamin who lived in Jerusalem and the surrounding areas. Ishpah's mention helps to establish the family connections and the continuity of the Benjamite lineage.
No additional information is given about Ishpah's life, occupation, or role within the clan. His inclusion in the genealogy serves to highlight the importance of family records and the preservation of tribal heritage among the Israelites.
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Family
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Every mention
1 reference, counted from STEPBible, Tyndale House Cambridge · CC BY 4.0 · verse text: World English Bible (public domain)
1 Chronicles 1 mention
What the dictionary says
ish'-pa (yishpah, "firm," "strong"): A man of the tribe of Benjamin, of the house of Beriah (1Ch 8:16).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (1915)
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