Lexical Summary Ishhod: Ishhod Original Word: אִישְׁהוֹד Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Ishod From 'iysh and howd; man of renown; Ishod, an Israelite -- Ishod. see HEBREW 'iysh see HEBREW howd NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom ish and hod Definition "man of majesty," a man of Manasseh NASB Translation Ishhod (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs אִישׁ הוֺד proper name, masculine (man of majesty) a man of Manasseh 1 Chronicles 7:18 Topical Lexicon Biblical Placement Ishhod is named once in the canonical record: “His sister Hammolecheth gave birth to Ishhod, Abiezer, and Mahlah” (1 Chronicles 7:18). The verse appears in the genealogy of Manasseh, highlighting Ishhod as a nephew of Gilead and a great-grandson of Manasseh through Machir. Historical Setting within the Tribe of Manasseh 1. Territorial Context 2. Family Connections Thematic Significance of the Name The Hebrew elements convey the idea of “man of majesty/splendour.” In Scripture, splendour is often associated with the revealed glory of God (Exodus 15:11; Psalm 8:1). Though Ishhod’s deeds are not recorded, his very name testifies to divine glory imprinted on individual identity within the covenant community. Genealogies and Divine Faithfulness 1 Chronicles 7 preserves names like Ishhod to demonstrate that no tribe, clan, or person is overlooked in God’s redemptive program. The Chronicler, writing after the exile, underscores continuity between pre-exilic promise and post-exilic hope (1 Chronicles 9:1). Each listed individual affirms the Lord’s commitment to Abraham’s offspring (Genesis 12:1-3). Ministerial and Devotional Insights 1. Value of the Unknown Servant 2. Splendour Reflected in Believers Christological Perspective The Chronicler’s genealogies culminate in the post-exilic expectation of a messianic King (1 Chronicles 3:10-24). By situating Ishhod within Manasseh—a tribe granted inheritance on both sides of the Jordan—the text anticipates the Messiah who unites heaven and earth, Jew and Gentile (Ephesians 2:14-18). The splendour implied in Ishhod’s name reaches its fullness in “the radiance of God’s glory” revealed in Jesus Christ (Hebrews 1:3). Practical Application • Embrace God-given identity: Like Ishhod, every believer bears a name written in heaven (Luke 10:20). Summary Ishhod’s single biblical appearance anchors him within the influential house of Manasseh, surrounded by relatives whose accounts advance God’s covenant purposes. His name, denoting splendour, points to the glory destined for God’s people. Though silent in deeds, Ishhod speaks through placement: every life in the covenant community matters, and every name serves the unfolding narrative that finds its climax in Christ’s radiant reign. Forms and Transliterations אִישְׁה֔וֹד אישהוד ’î·šə·hō·wḏ ’îšəhōwḏ ishHodLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 7:18 HEB: יָלְדָה֙ אֶת־ אִישְׁה֔וֹד וְאֶת־ אֲבִיעֶ֖זֶר NAS: bore Ishhod and Abiezer KJV: bare Ishod, and Abiezer, INT: Hammolecheth bore Ishhod and Abiezer and Mahlah 1 Occurrence |
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