Ishvah יִשְׁוָה
Son of Asher, grandson of Jacob.
Biography
Ishvah is mentioned in two genealogical lists in the Bible as a son of Asher, who was one of the twelve sons of Israel (or 'Jacob') (Gen.46.17, 1 Chronicles Gen.7.30). He is listed along with his brothers Imnah, Ishuah, and Beriah, as well as his sister Serah. As a grandson of Jacob and great-grandson of Abraham, Ishvah was a member of the Israelite tribe of Asher.
No other details are provided about Ishvah's life or role within the clan. His inclusion in these genealogies serves to trace the lineage of Asher and demonstrate the growth of the Israelite population in Egypt, as well as to establish the tribal structure that would later be important in the organization of the nation of Israel.
Family
Siblings
- Imnah MaleFather of KoreA Levite during Hezekiah's reign.View full profile →
- Ishvi Tribe of AsherSon of AsherSon of Asher, grandson of Jacob.View full profile →
- Beriah Tribe of AsherSon of AsherSon of Asher and head of a clanView full profile →
- Serah Tribe of AsherSister of ImnahDaughter of Asher, sister of Asher's sonsView full profile →
In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 1 verse
- Genesis 46:17
"The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and Serah their sister. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel."
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1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:30
"The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah. Serah was their sister."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יִשְׁוָה | H3438 |
| (same form as previous) | Hebrew | יִשְׁוָה | H3438 |