Elishama אֱלִישָׁמָע
A leader from the tribe of Ephraim.
Who is Elishama in the Bible?
Elishama was a leader of the tribe of Ephraim during the Israelites' wilderness journey following the Exodus from Egypt. The son of Ammihud and grandfather of Joshua, Elishama held a prominent administrative role in the organization of his tribe, as recorded in Numbers 1:10, 2:18, 7:48-53, and 10:22. He was responsible for organizing the Ephraimites in the census, overseeing their encampment arrangements, and presenting tribal offerings. His significance lies in his leadership during a crucial period of Israel's formation, helping to establish the administrative and military structure of the nation as they prepared to enter the Promised Land.
Biography
Elishama was a leader from the tribe of Ephraim during the Israelites' wilderness journey after the Exodus from Egypt. He was the son of Ammihud (Num.1.10) and grandfather of Joshua (1Ch.7.26). Elishama was appointed as the leader of the Ephraimites and was responsible for organizing and leading the tribe in the census, encampment, and offerings (Num.1.10; 2.18; 7.48,53; 10.22). As a tribal leader, he played a significant role in the administrative and military organization of the Israelites during their time in the wilderness. The Bible does not provide any further details about Elishama's life or leadership.
Family
In Scripture
2 biblical booksNumbers 5 verses
- Numbers 1:10
"from the sons of Joseph: from Ephraim, Elishama son of Ammihud, and from Manasseh, Gamaliel son of Pedahzur;"
- Numbers 2:18
"On the west side, the divisions of Ephraim are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Ephraimites is Elishama son of Ammihud,"
- Numbers 7:48
"On the seventh day Elishama son of Ammihud, the leader of the Ephraimites, drew near."
- Numbers 7:53
"and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Elishama son of Ammihud."
- Numbers 10:22
"Next, the divisions of the camp of Ephraim set out under their standard, with Elishama son of Ammihud in command."
1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:26
"Ladan his son, Ammihud his son, Elishama his son,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֱלִישָׁמָע |