Eleasah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Eleasah in the Bible?
Eleasah appears in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles 2:39-40 and 8:37; 9:43 as a descendant of Judah and a Benjamite related to the house of Saul.
SIGNIFICANCE
The dual tribal attribution in the text underscores the complex intertribal relationships and lineage connections preserved in the historical records of ancient Israel.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Eleasah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Eleasah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Eleasah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 2:39-40
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Eleasah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/eleasah/