Joash יוֹעָשׁ
An official in charge of David's olive and sycamore trees
Who is Joash in the Bible?
Joash the Abiezrite was an official appointed by King David to oversee the agricultural resources in his kingdom, specifically managing the olive and sycamore trees in the Shephelah region (1 Chronicles 27:28). The Shephelah was a fertile area of low hills situated between Judah's central mountains and the coastal plain, making it valuable for cultivation. Though Joash receives only a brief mention in Scripture, his role reveals how thoroughly David's administration organized and managed the royal estates, with specialized officials assigned to different crops and territories. This administrative structure demonstrates the sophistication and wealth of David's kingdom during his reign.
Biography
Joash the Abiezrite is mentioned in 1Ch.27.28 as one of the officials in charge of King David's agricultural resources. Specifically, he was responsible for overseeing the olive and sycamore trees in the Shephelah, a region of low hills between the central mountains and the coastal plain of Judah. This information provides insight into the organization and management of the king's resources during David's reign.
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 27:28
"Baal-hanan the Gederite was in charge of the olive and sycamore trees in the foothills. Joash was in charge of the stores of olive oil."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יוֹעָשׁ |