Jeshebeab
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jeshebeab in the Bible?
Jeshebeab was a member of the priestly class during the period of the Judean monarchy. He served as the leader of the fourteenth division of priests.
SIGNIFICANCE
His mention in the chronicles illustrates the organized rotational system used to manage priestly duties in the Second Temple period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jeshebeab reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jeshebeab in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jeshebeab 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
"Jeshebeab." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jeshebeab/