The Jashubites are a lesser-known group mentioned in the genealogical records of the Old Testament. They are descendants of Jashub, who is identified as one of the sons of Issachar, a son of Jacob and Leah. The Jashubites are part of the larger tribe of Issachar, one of the twelve tribes of Israel.

Biblical References:

1. Genesis 46:13 : "The sons of Issachar: Tola, Puvah, Job, and Shimron." While Jashub is not directly mentioned in this verse, he is often associated with the name Job, as some translations and interpretations suggest that Jashub and Job may refer to the same individual.

2. Numbers 26:23-24 : "These were the descendants of Issachar by their clans: The Tolaite clan from Tola, the Puite clan from Puvah, the Jashubite clan from Jashub, and the Shimronite clan from Shimron." This passage explicitly mentions the Jashubites as one of the clans within the tribe of Issachar, highlighting their role in the census taken during Israel's wilderness journey.

3. 1 Chronicles 7:1 : "The sons of Issachar: Tola, Puah, Jashub, and Shimron—four in all." This genealogical record reaffirms the presence of Jashub as a son of Issachar, further establishing the Jashubites as a distinct clan within the tribe.

Historical and Cultural Context:

The tribe of Issachar, to which the Jashubites belonged, was known for its agricultural prowess and strategic location in the Jezreel Valley, a fertile region in northern Israel. The tribe played a significant role in the settlement and development of the land during the period of the Judges and the early monarchy.

The Jashubites, as a clan within Issachar, would have shared in the tribe's responsibilities and blessings. Issachar is often associated with wisdom and understanding, as suggested in 1 Chronicles 12:32 : "From the sons of Issachar, men who understood the times and knew what Israel should do, 200 chiefs with all their kinsmen at their command." This reputation may have extended to the Jashubites as well.

Theological Significance:

While the Jashubites are not prominently featured in biblical narratives, their inclusion in the genealogical records underscores the importance of family and tribal identity in Israel's history. Each clan contributed to the collective identity and mission of the nation, fulfilling God's promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

The Jashubites, like other clans, were part of the covenant community, participating in the religious, social, and economic life of Israel. Their presence in the biblical record serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness to His people and the intricate tapestry of relationships that formed the nation of Israel.JASHUBITES, THE

ja'-shub-its, jash'-ub-its (ha-yashubhi, coll. with article): In Numbers 16:24, descendants of JASHUB (q.v. (1)).

3432. Yashubi -- descendant of Jashub
... descendant of Jashub. Transliteration: Yashubi Phonetic Spelling: (yaw-shoo-bee')
Short Definition: Jashubites. ... of Jashub NASB Word Usage Jashubites (1). ...
/hebrew/3432.htm - 6kJashubites (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia JASHUBITES, THE. ja'-shub-its, jash'-ub-its
(ha-yashubhi, coll. ... Multi-Version Concordance Jashubites (1 Occurrence). ...
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Jashubite (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Jashubite (1 Occurrence). Numbers 26:24 of Jashub, the
family of the Jashubites; of Shimron, the family of the Shimronites. ...
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Jash'ubites (1 Occurrence)
Jash'ubites. Jashubites, Jash'ubites. Jasiel . ... Numbers 26:24 of Jashub, the
family of the Jashubites; of Shimron, the family of the Shimronites. (See RSV). ...
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Jashub (5 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Numbers 26:24 of Jashub, the family of the Jashubites; of Shimron, the
family of the Shimronites. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Clan (96 Occurrences)
... Punites; (See NIV). Numbers 26:24 of Jashub, the family of the Jashubites; of
Shimron, the family of the Shimronites. (See NIV). Numbers 26 ...
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Shimronite (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Shimronite (1 Occurrence). Numbers 26:24 of Jashub, the
family of the Jashubites; of Shimron, the family of the Shimronites. ...
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Shimronites (1 Occurrence)
... Shimronites (1 Occurrence). Numbers 26:24 of Jashub, the family of the Jashubites;
of Shimron, the family of the Shimronites. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS NAS). ...
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Shimron (6 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Numbers 26:24 of Jashub, the family
of the Jashubites; of Shimron, the family of the Shimronites. ...
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Shim'ronites (1 Occurrence)
... Shim'ronites (1 Occurrence). Numbers 26:24 of Jashub, the family of the Jashubites;
of Shimron, the family of the Shimronites. (See RSV). ...
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