Izrahiah יִזְרַחְיָה
Son of Uzzi, an Issacharite
Biography
Izrahiah is mentioned in 1Ch.7.3 as a son of Uzzi, who was a descendant of Issachar. He is listed among the clan heads of Issachar, indicating that he held a leadership position within the tribe. The biblical text notes that Izrahiah had five sons: Michael, Obadiah, Joel, Isshiah, and Isshiah. These sons were described as brave warriors and chiefs, suggesting that Izrahiah's family held significant influence within the tribe of Issachar.
Family
Offspring
- Michael MaleDavid's warriorA Manassite who joined David at Ziklag.View full profile →
- Obadiah MaleDavid's warriorGadite warrior who joined DavidView full profile →
- Joel MaleDavid's warriorThe brother of Nathan, one of David's mighty menView full profile →
- Isshiah Tribe of IssacharSon of IzrahiahSon of Izrahiah, descendant of Issachar.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:3
"The son of Uzzi: Izrahiah. The sons of Izrahiah: Michael, Obadiah, Joel, and Isshiah, five; all of them chief men."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יִזְרַחְיָה | H3156G |
Encyclopedia Article
ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)