Isshiah יִשִּׁיָּהוּ
Korahite warrior who joined David at Ziklag.
Who is Isshiah in the Bible?
Isshiah was a Korahite warrior who joined David at Ziklag while David was fleeing from King Saul, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 12:6. The Korahites were a Levitical family known for their role in worship and temple service, yet Isshiah distinguished himself as a "mighty man of valor" trained for battle. He is listed among other skilled Korahite warriors, including Elkanah, Jesiah, Azarel, Joezer, and Jashobeam, who were equipped to handle shield and spear. Though no specific actions are recorded of Isshiah, his presence among David's loyal supporters during this vulnerable period illustrates the broad coalition of skilled, devoted men who helped establish David's kingdom.
Biography
Isshiah the Korahite is mentioned in 1Ch.12.6 as one of the warriors who joined David at Ziklag while he was hiding from King Saul. The Korahites were a Levitical family known for their role in worship and temple service (2Ch.20.19).
Isshiah is listed among other Korahites, including Elkanah, Jesiah, Azarel, Joezer, and Jashobeam, who are described as "mighty men of valor" and "men trained for battle, who could handle shield and spear" (1Ch.12.8). These men played a crucial role in supporting David during a difficult time and helped him establish his kingdom.
No further details are given about Isshiah's specific actions or role within David's army. His inclusion in this list highlights the diverse group of skilled warriors who were loyal to David and played a part in his rise to power.
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 12:6
"Elkanah, Isshiah, Azarel, Joezer, and Jashobeam, who were Korahites;"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יִשִּׁיָּהוּ |
Isshiah
who came to David at Ziklag (1Ch 12:6; the King James Version "Jesiah").
(3) A member of the priesthood of the house of Rehabiah (1Ch 24:21; the King James Version "Jesiah").
(4) Another Levitical priest of the house of Uzziel (1Ch 23:20; 24:25).
is-shi'-ja (yishshiyah, "Yah lends"; the King James Version Ishijah): A man of the household of Harim, named among those who, at Ezra's command, were induced to put away their "strange wives" (<ref osisRef="Bible:Ezr