Name Meaning: The name "Abishua" is of Hebrew origin, meaning "father of deliverance" or "my father is rescue."

Biblical References:

1. Genealogical Context:
· Abishua is mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Levi, specifically within the lineage of the priesthood. He is noted as a descendant of Aaron, the brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel.
· In 1 Chronicles 6:4-5 , the genealogy is recorded: "Eleazar was the father of Phinehas, Phinehas was the father of Abishua, Abishua was the father of Bukki, and Bukki was the father of Uzzi."

2. Role and Significance:
· Abishua is recognized as the son of Phinehas and the father of Bukki. His position in the genealogical line places him as a significant link in the hereditary line of the high priesthood, which was a central institution in the religious life of ancient Israel.
· Although the Bible does not provide detailed accounts of Abishua's life or deeds, his inclusion in the genealogical records underscores the importance of lineage and heritage in maintaining the continuity of the priestly office.

3. Historical Context:
· The period in which Abishua lived is not explicitly detailed in the biblical text, but he is situated in the era following the conquest of Canaan and the establishment of Israelite society in the Promised Land.
· As a descendant of Aaron, Abishua would have been part of the Levitical order, which was responsible for the religious and sacrificial duties in the Tabernacle, and later, the Temple in Jerusalem.

4. Additional References:
· Abishua is also mentioned in Ezra 7:5 as part of the genealogy of Ezra the scribe: "son of Abishua, son of Phinehas, son of Eleazar, son of Aaron the chief priest." This reference highlights the continuity of the priestly line from Aaron through to the time of the return from Babylonian exile.

Cultural and Theological Insights:
· The genealogical records in which Abishua appears serve to affirm the legitimacy and divine appointment of the priestly line. This lineage was crucial for maintaining the religious traditions and covenantal relationship between God and Israel.
· The name "Abishua," meaning "father of deliverance," may reflect the hope and expectation placed upon the priestly line to act as mediators of God's deliverance and blessing to the people of Israel.

Summary:
Abishua, though not a prominent figure in terms of narrative detail, holds an essential place in the biblical genealogies as a link in the chain of the high priestly line. His mention in the Scriptures underscores the importance of heritage and the continuity of religious leadership in ancient Israel.Abishua

father of salvation

Abishua

Son of Phinehasm and fourth high priest, 1 Chronicles 6:50. He was probably a contemporary of Eglon and Ehud, Jud 3:1-31.

Father of welfare; i.e., "fortunate."

(1.) The grandson of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 8:4).

(2.) The son of Phinehas the high priest (1 Chronicles 6:4, 5, 50; Ezra 7:5).

ABISHUA

a-bish'-u-a, abi-shoo'-a ('abhishua`, uncertain, perhaps "father of wealth," or "my father is wealth"):

(1) A son of Bela the son of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 8:4).

(2) The son of Phinehas, who was grandson to Aaron (1 Chronicles 6:4, 5, 50, Ezra 7:5).

50. Abishua -- "my father is rescue," two Israelites
... 49, 50. Abishua. 51 . "my father is rescue," two Israelites. Transliteration:
Abishua Phonetic Spelling: (ab-ee-shoo'-ah) Short Definition: Abishua. ...
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How Solomon, when He had Received the Kingdom Took Off His
... was transferred to the house of Ithamar, [of which family Eli was the first that
received it,]were these that follow: Bukki, the son of Abishua the high priest ...
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Appendices
... Samsu-iluna, his son, 38 (or 35) years. Abesukh (Abishua) or Ebisum, 25 years.
Ammi-ditana, his son, 25 years. Ammi-zadok, his son, 21 years. ...
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The First Chaldaean Empire and the Hyksos in Egypt
... Abishukh (the Hebrew Abishua) is the form of the name which we find in contemporary
contracts. The official lists contain the variant Ebishu, Ebishum. ...
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Abishua (5 Occurrences)
... Ezra 7:5). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ABISHUA. a-bish'-ua ... Ezra 7:5).
Multi-Version Concordance Abishua (5 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 6 ...
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Abishu'a (4 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 6:4 Eleazar begot Phinehas, Phinehas begot Abishua; (See RSV). 1
Chronicles 6:5 and Abishua begot Bukki, and Bukki begot Uzzi; (See RSV). ...
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Phin'ehas (24 Occurrences)
... And the people knew not that Jonathan was gone. (See RSV). 1 Chronicles
6:4 Eleazar begot Phinehas, Phinehas begot Abishua; (See RSV). ...
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Phinehas (24 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 6:4 Eleazar became the father of Phinehas, Phinehas became the
father of Abishua, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Bukki (4 Occurrences)
... (2) Son of Abishua and father of Izzi, a priest, fourth in descent from Aaron, in
the line of Eleazar (1 Chronicles 6:5, 51), and ancestor of Ezra (Ezra 7:4 ...
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Abi'shu-a (1 Occurrence)
Abi'shu-a. Abishua, Abi'shu-a. Abishu'a . ... Ezra 7:5 the son of Abishua, the son
of Phinehas, the son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron the chief priest-- (See RSV ...
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Elea'zar (72 Occurrences)
... And the sons of Aaron: Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar. (See RSV). 1 Chronicles
6:4 Eleazar begot Phinehas, Phinehas begot Abishua; (See RSV). ...
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Begot (119 Occurrences)
... (DBY JPS). 1 Chronicles 6:4 Eleazar begot Phinehas; Phinehas begot Abishua, (DBY
JPS). 1 Chronicles 6:5 and Abishua begot Bukki, and Bukki begot Uzzi, (DBY JPS) ...
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Begat (112 Occurrences)
... were craftsmen. (KJV ASV WBS YLT). 1 Chronicles 6:4 Eleazar begat Phinehas,
Phinehas begat Abishua, (KJV ASV WBS YLT). 1 Chronicles ...
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Eleazar (74 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 6:4 Eleazar became the father of Phinehas, Phinehas became the
father of Abishua, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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