Azubah עֲזוּבָה
Wife of Caleb and mother of Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon.
Who is Azubah in the Bible?
Azubah was the wife of Caleb, a prominent leader in the tribe of Judah, and the mother of his three sons, Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon (1 Chronicles 2:18-19). She appears in the genealogical records of Judah as part of Caleb's family line, though little else is recorded about her life. After her death, Caleb married Ephrath, who became the mother of Hur. Azubah's significance lies primarily in her role as the mother of sons who were part of Judah's tribal heritage and genealogy.
Biography
Azubah was the wife of Caleb, who was a prominent figure in the tribe of Judah. She is mentioned in the genealogy of Judah recorded in 1Ch.2.18-19. The passage states that Caleb had sons by Azubah his wife, and then lists their names as Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon. After this, it notes that Azubah died, and Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 2:18
"Caleb son of Hezron had children by his wife Azubah and by Jerioth. These were the sons of Azubah: Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon."
- 1 Chronicles 2:19
"When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore to him Hur."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֲזוּבָה |