Ishmaiah יִשְׁמַעְיָ֫הוּ
Leader of the tribe of Zebulun under David.
Who is Ishmaiah in the Bible?
Ishmaiah son of Obadiah was the leader of the tribe of Zebulun during King David's reign, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 27:19. He served as one of the tribal chiefs responsible for overseeing his tribe's military, economic, and social affairs, acting as a liaison between Zebulun and the royal court. Though Scripture provides no additional details about his background or specific accomplishments, his inclusion in David's list of tribal leaders demonstrates the organized administrative structure of the kingdom and the crucial role that tribal leadership played in maintaining order and ensuring each tribe fulfilled its obligations to the crown.
Biography
Ishmaiah son of Obadiah is mentioned in 1Ch.27.19 as the leader of the tribe of Zebulun during King David's reign. The passage lists the leaders of each tribe who were responsible for overseeing their respective tribes' affairs and resources.
As the leader of Zebulun, Ishmaiah would have been in charge of managing the tribe's military, economic, and social matters. He served as a liaison between the tribe and the king, ensuring that Zebulun's interests were represented and that the tribe fulfilled its obligations to the kingdom.
The text does not provide any additional information about Ishmaiah's background, family, or specific actions during his time as leader. His inclusion in this list highlights the organized structure of David's kingdom and the importance of tribal leadership in maintaining order and unity within Israel.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 27:19
"over Zebulun was Ishmaiah son of Obadiah; over Naphtali was Jerimoth son of Azriel;"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יִשְׁמַעְיָ֫הוּ |