Joashיוֹאָשׁ
A descendant of Shelah in the tribe of Judah
Who is Joash in the Bible?
Joash was a descendant of Shelah in the tribe of Judah, mentioned briefly in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 4:22. He appears in the ancestral line that traces back through the tribe of Judah, though little biographical detail is provided about him beyond this genealogical reference. His inclusion in the Chronicles genealogy reflects the biblical practice of documenting tribal lineages to establish identity and inheritance rights among the people of Israel. While Joash himself is not a prominent figure in biblical narrative, his mention contributes to the larger genealogical framework that connects the tribes of Israel to their ancestral heritage.
Biography
Joash is briefly mentioned in 1Ch.4.22 as part of the genealogy of the tribe of Judah, specifically the descendants of Shelah. He is described as one of the "ancient things" or "ancient records" associated with the lineage.
Family
Siblings
- ErTribe of JudahSon of ShelahJudah's grandson, ancestor of linen workers.View full profile →
- LaadahTribe of JudahSon of ShelahSon of Shelah, a JudahiteView full profile →
- JokimTribe of JudahSon of ShelahA descendant of Judah through ShelahView full profile →
- SaraphTribe of JudahSon of ShelahSon of Shelah, descendant of JudahView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 4:22
"Jokim, the men of Cozeba, and Joash and Saraph, who ruled in Moab and Jashubi-lehem. (These names are from ancient records.)"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יוֹאָשׁ |