Lexical Summary Yeshochayah: "Yahweh is Salvation and Life" Original Word: יְשׁוֹחָיָה Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Jeshoaiah From the same as yeshach and Yahh; Jah will empty; Jeshochajah, an Israelite -- Jeshoaiah. see HEBREW yeshach see HEBREW Yahh NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom shachach and Yah Definition a Simeonite NASB Translation Jeshohaiah (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [יְשׁוֺחָיָה] proper name, masculine in Simeon (meaning ?); — ׳וִישׁ 1 Chronicles 4:36; Ιασουια, Ιεσουια Topical Lexicon Appearance in Scripture Jeshohaiah is named once, in 1 Chronicles 4:36, within the register of Simeonite clan heads. Tribal and Genealogical Context A descendant of Simeon, Jeshohaiah stands alongside twelve other chiefs whose families traced their line through Shaul and Shimei (1 Chronicles 4:24–37). Because Simeon’s allotted towns lay inside Judah’s territory (Joshua 19:1–9), the tribe’s history is often overshadowed by Judah. The Chronicler’s notice shows that Simeon retained its distinct identity and produced capable leaders generations after the conquest. Historical Setting The narrative places Jeshohaiah and his peers “in the days of King Hezekiah of Judah” (1 Chronicles 4:41). Around the eighth century B.C., rapid population growth left Simeonite shepherds searching for fresh grazing land. Jeshohaiah joined an expedition southward to the entrance of Gedor and toward Seir, where they found “lush and good pasture, and the land was spacious, peaceful, and quiet” (1 Chronicles 4:40). To secure the territory they struck the Hamites and Meunites who remained there, “devoted them to destruction,” and settled the region (4:41). Leadership Role and Contributions The Chronicler calls Jeshohaiah and his companions “leaders in their families” whose households “increased greatly” (1 Chronicles 4:38). Their responsibilities included: Although Scripture does not single out Jeshohaiah’s personal exploits, listing him among these commanders affirms his standing as a man of courage, administrative skill, and covenant loyalty. Spiritual Lessons 1. Stewardship of God’s provision: Seeking and securing pasture illustrates diligence in caretaking what the Lord entrusts (compare John 10:3–4). Applications for Ministry • Local leadership matters. Just as Jeshohaiah protected and provided for Simeonite families, elders and ministry leaders must guard and nourish their congregations (Acts 20:28–31). Summary Jeshohaiah, though mentioned only once, exemplifies the quiet yet critical leadership that advances God’s purposes. His role in securing new territory for Simeon during Hezekiah’s reign demonstrates faithful stewardship, courageous action, and enduring covenant commitment—qualities still essential for God’s people today. Forms and Transliterations וִ֠ישׁוֹחָיָה וישוחיה Vishochayah wî·šō·w·ḥā·yāh wîšōwḥāyāhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 4:36 HEB: וְאֶלְיוֹעֵינַ֡י וְֽיַעֲקֹ֡בָה וִ֠ישׁוֹחָיָה וַעֲשָׂיָ֧ה וַעֲדִיאֵ֛ל NAS: Jaakobah, Jeshohaiah, Asaiah, KJV: and Jaakobah, and Jeshohaiah, and Asaiah, INT: and Elioenai Jaakobah Jeshohaiah Asaiah Adiel 1 Occurrence |
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