Ishma יִשְׁמָא
Son of Hur, descendant of Judah.
Who is Ishma in the Bible?
Ishma was a son of Hur and a descendant of the tribe of Judah, mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 4:3. He is listed alongside his brothers Jezreel and Idbash as part of the lineage of Judah, though the biblical text provides no additional details about his life or accomplishments. His inclusion in the genealogy underscores the importance of family lineages in establishing tribal identity and inheritance rights in ancient Israel. Like many names in biblical genealogies, Ishma serves primarily as a link in the historical record of Judah's descendants rather than as a figure with a prominent narrative role.
Biography
Ishma is mentioned briefly in a genealogy of the descendants of Judah (1Ch.4.3). He is listed as one of the sons of Hur along with Jezreel and Idbash, though the text is difficult to interpret. The genealogy is focused on the clans and families within the tribe of Judah, and Ishma is included as part of this lineage. No further details are provided about his life, actions, or role within the clan. The name Ishma is the only information given in the text.
Family
Siblings
- Uri MaleFather of GeberFather of Geber, one of Solomon's officersView full profile →
- Shobal Tribe of JudahSon of HurSon of Hur, founder of Kiriath-jearim, Judahite descendant.View full profile →
- Salma Tribe of JudahSon of HurSon of Hur, founder of BethlehemView full profile →
- Hareph Tribe of JudahSon of HurA descendant of Caleb, son of Hur.View full profile →
- Jezreel Tribe of JudahSon of HurA son of Hur in the genealogy of JudahView full profile →
- Idbash Tribe of JudahSon of HurA descendant of Judah.View full profile →
- Hazzelelponi Tribe of JudahSister of UriA woman mentioned in the genealogy of Judah.View full profile →
- Penuel Tribe of JudahSon of HurSon of Hur, descendant of JudahView full profile →
- Ezer Tribe of JudahSon of HurFather or founder of Hushah, of Ephrathah.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 4:3
"These were the sons of Etam: Jezreel, Ishma, and Idbash. And their sister was named Hazzelelponi."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יִשְׁמָא |