Geshanגֵּישָׁן
Son of Jahdai, a descendant of Caleb.
Who is Geshan in the Bible?
Geshan was a son of Jahdai, who was a wife of Caleb, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2:47 as part of the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah. Caleb was a prominent Old Testament figure known for his steadfast faith during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings, and Geshan's inclusion in the genealogy reflects the importance of tracing family lineage through the line of Hezron. Beyond his name in this genealogical list, no other details about Geshan's life or accomplishments are recorded in Scripture. His mention serves primarily as part of the historical record preserving the family connections and tribal ancestry of ancient Israel.
Biography
Geshan is mentioned briefly in 1Ch.2.47 as one of the sons of Jahdai, who was a wife of Caleb. Caleb was a prominent figure from the tribe of Judah, known for his faithfulness and loyalty to God during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings (Num.13.30; 14.24). The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 2 traces the descendants of Judah, with a focus on the line of Hezron, which includes Caleb. Geshan is listed among the sons of Jahdai, along with Jotham, Jether, Pelet, Ephah, and Shaaph. No further information is provided about Geshan's life or his role within the tribe of Judah. The mention of Geshan in the genealogy serves to highlight the importance of family lineage and the preservation of ancestral records in ancient Israelite society.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- RegemTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, of the tribe of JudahView full profile →
- JothamTribe of JudahSon of CalebA son of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- PeletMaleDavid's warriorBenjamite warrior who joined David at ZiklagView full profile →
- EphahTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, in Caleb's genealogy.View full profile →
- ShaaphTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- HurTribe of JudahAaron's compatriotA companion of Moses and grandfather of Bezalel.View full profile →
- JesherTribe of JudahSon of CalebA son of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- ShobabTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- ArdonTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb, brother of Jether and MeredView full profile →
- MeshaTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and founder of Ziph.View full profile →
- HaranTribe of JudahSon of CalebA descendant of Caleb, son of Caleb's concubine Ephah.View full profile →
- MozaTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb by his concubine EphahView full profile →
- GazezTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and his concubine Ephah.View full profile →
- SheberTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and his concubine MaacahView full profile →
- TirhanahTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb by his concubine MaacahView full profile →
- ShaaphTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- ShevaTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb's concubine MaacahView full profile →
- AchsahTribe of JudahSister of HurDaughter of Caleb, the son of HurView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 2:47
"The sons of Jahdai: Regem, Jotham, Geshan, Pelet, Ephah, and Shaaph."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | גֵּישָׁן |
Geshan
ge'-shem (geshem, gashmu; Gesam, "rain storm"): An Arabian, probably chief of an Arabian tribe that had either settled in Southern Palestine during the exile in Babylon, or had been settled in or near Samaria by Sargon