Ishi יִשְׁעִי
Leader of Simeonites who attacked Hamites in Gedor.
Who is Ishi in the Bible?
Ishi was a leader of the tribe of Simeon mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:42 who lived during the reign of King Hezekiah. He led a military expedition along with other Simeonite commanders, including Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, to attack the Hamites living in Gedor and seize their land. The Simeonites targeted this region because it offered excellent pastureland for their flocks, reflecting their need to expand their territory and secure grazing resources. This account illustrates the territorial conflicts and resource competition that characterized the period of Hezekiah's rule, showing how different tribes sought to strengthen their economic and political positions.
Biography
Ishi is mentioned as one of the leaders of the tribe of Simeon who led an expedition to secure more pastureland during the reign of King Hezekiah (1Ch.4.42). Along with Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, Ishi is described as a son of Ishi (likely referring to an ancestor or clan name). These Simeonite leaders attacked the Hamites who lived in Gedor, conquering their land and settling there because it had good pasture for their flocks. This event demonstrates the Simeonites' efforts to expand their territory and secure resources during Hezekiah's reign.
Family
Offspring
- Pelatiah Tribe of JudahSon of HananiahDescendant of King SolomonView full profile →
- Neariah Tribe of JudahSon of ShemaiahDescendant of David, son of Shemaiah.View full profile →
- Rephaiah Tribe of JudahSon of HananiahA descendant of King DavidView full profile →
- Uzziel Tribe of LeviSon of HemanLevite musician in the time of DavidView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 4:42
"And five hundred of these Simeonites led by Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi, went to Mount Seir"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יִשְׁעִי |