Jashub
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jashub in the Bible?
The name Jashub identifies a son of Issachar listed in the genealogies of Numbers and Chronicles, an individual who divorced a foreign wife during the post-exilic reforms recorded in Ezra, and an element of the prophetic name Shear-Jashub in Isaiah.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing these distinct individuals named Jashub clarifies the complexity of Israelite lineage records and highlights the specific historical context of identity preservation during the return from Babylonian exile.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jashub reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jashub in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jashub clarify?
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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
"Jashub." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jashub/