Ibsam יִבְשָׂם
A descendant of Issachar.
Who is Ibsam in the Bible?
Ibsam was a descendant of Issachar and the son of Tola, mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 7:2. He is listed among six brothers, Uzzi, Rephaiah, Jeriel, Jahmai, and Shemuel, all of whom are described as "mighty men of valor" and heads of their fathers' houses. This designation indicates that Ibsam held a position of military and leadership significance within the tribe of Issachar during ancient Israel's tribal period. His inclusion in the genealogical record underscores the importance of family lineage and tribal identity in Israelite society, though he appears nowhere else in biblical narrative or historical accounts.
Biography
Ibsam is mentioned in 1Ch.7.2 as one of the sons of Tola, who was a son of Issachar. Issachar was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 7 lists the descendants of this tribe.
Ibsam is listed along with his brothers Uzzi, Rephaiah, Jeriel, Jahmai, and Shemuel. These seven individuals are described as "mighty men of valor" and heads of their fathers' houses. This suggests that Ibsam and his brothers were influential leaders within the tribe of Issachar.
The genealogical record in 1 Chronicles 7 emphasizes the importance of family lineage and tribal identity in ancient Israelite society. The mention of Ibsam and his brothers as mighty men of valor also highlights their military prowess and leadership roles within the tribe.
Apart from this brief mention in the genealogy, no other specific details are provided about Ibsam's life or achievements in the Bible. However, his inclusion in the record attests to his significance as a member of the tribe of Issachar and his position as a head of his father's house.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Uzzi Tribe of LeviHigh PriestHigh priest in the line of EleazarView full profile →
- Rephaiah Tribe of JudahSon of HananiahA descendant of King DavidView full profile →
- Jeriel Tribe of IssacharIssachar leaderA son of Tola, from the tribe of Issachar.View full profile →
- Jahmai Tribe of IssacharIssachar leaderSon of Tola, an IssachariteView full profile →
- Shemuel Tribe of IssacharIssachar leaderSon of Tola, a leader of IssacharView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:2
"The sons of Tola: Uzzi, Rephaiah, Jeriel, Jahmai, Ibsam, and Shemuel, the heads of their families. In the days of David, 22,600 descendants of Tola were numbered in their genealogies as mighty men of valor."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יִבְשָׂם |
Ibsam
judge of Israel. His city is given as Bethlehem (whether of Judah or Zebulun is not stated). He judged Israel 7 years, and when he died he was buried in his native place. The only personal de