Joashיוֹעָשׁ
A descendant of Benjamin through Becher
Who is Joash in the Bible?
Joash was a descendant of the tribe of Benjamin, specifically listed as one of the sons of Becher in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 7:8. He appears in a list of brothers that includes Zemira, Zemirah, and Eliezer, representing the family lineage within the Benjamite tribe. While Joash receives only a brief mention in Scripture, his inclusion in the genealogical account demonstrates the biblical practice of preserving tribal and family records to establish continuity and inheritance rights among God's people. His significance lies in his role as part of the documented lineage of Benjamin rather than in any personal narrative or individual accomplishments.
Biography
Joash is mentioned in 1Ch.7.8 as one of the sons of Becher, a descendant of Benjamin. He is listed along with his brothers Zemira, Zemirah, and Eliezer. This genealogical record provides insight into the family structure within the tribe of Benjamin.
Family
Siblings
- ZemirahTribe of BenjaminSon of BecherSon of Becher, a BenjamiteView full profile →
- EliezerMaleA priest who blew trumpets before the ark.View full profile →
- ElioenaiTribe of JudahSon of NeariahA descendant of David through Jeconiah.View full profile →
- OmriMaleSon of MichaelChief of the tribe of IssacharView full profile →
- JeremothTribe of BenjaminSon of BecherSon of Becher, a Benjamite.View full profile →
- AbijahTribe of BenjaminSon of BecherSon of Becher, a BenjaminiteView full profile →
- AnathothTribe of BenjaminSon of BecherSon of Becher, descendant of BenjaminView full profile →
- AlemethTribe of BenjaminSon of BecherSon of Becher, a BenjamiteView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:8
"The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth; all these were Becher’s sons."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יוֹעָשׁ |