Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Etymology and Meaning The name "Jetur" is believed to derive from a root meaning "enclosure" or "encampment," which may reflect the nomadic lifestyle of the people associated with this name. Biblical References Jetur is mentioned in the Bible as one of the sons of Ishmael, the son of Abraham and Hagar. In Genesis 25:13-15 , the sons of Ishmael are listed: "These are the names of the sons of Ishmael, listed in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, Mishma, Dumah, Massa, Hadad, Tema, Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah." Jetur is thus identified as one of the twelve tribal leaders descending from Ishmael, often referred to as "princes" or "chieftains." Historical and Geographical Context The descendants of Jetur, along with those of his brothers, are traditionally associated with the nomadic tribes that inhabited the Arabian Peninsula and surrounding regions. These tribes are often collectively referred to as the Ishmaelites. The specific territory associated with Jetur and his descendants is not explicitly detailed in the biblical text, but they are generally thought to have settled in the northern Arabian Desert, possibly extending into parts of modern-day Jordan and Syria. In 1 Chronicles 5:18-19 , the descendants of Jetur are mentioned in the context of a conflict: "The Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh had 44,760 warriors ready for battle—men who carried the shield and sword, drew the bow, and were trained for war. They waged war against the Hagrites, Jetur, Naphish, and Nodab." This passage suggests that the descendants of Jetur were involved in regional conflicts and had interactions with the tribes of Israel. Cultural and Theological Significance The mention of Jetur and his descendants highlights the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham regarding Ishmael. In Genesis 17:20 , God says, "As for Ishmael, I have heard you; behold, I will bless him and make him fruitful and multiply him greatly. He will father twelve princes, and I will make him into a great nation." Jetur, as one of these twelve princes, represents the broader narrative of God's faithfulness to His promises, even to those outside the covenant line of Isaac. The Ishmaelite tribes, including the descendants of Jetur, are often seen as part of the larger tapestry of peoples surrounding Israel, with whom the Israelites had various interactions, ranging from trade to conflict. The presence of these tribes in the biblical narrative serves as a reminder of the complex relationships between the descendants of Abraham and the surrounding nations. Legacy While Jetur himself is not a prominent figure in biblical narratives, his legacy is carried on through the mention of his descendants and their interactions with the Israelites. The historical and genealogical records in the Bible underscore the interconnectedness of the peoples in the ancient Near East and the unfolding of God's plan through diverse lineages. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary Jeturorder; succession; mountainous Smith's Bible Dictionary Jetur(an enclosure). (Genesis 25:15; 1 Chronicles 1:31; 5:19) [ITURAEA] Easton's Bible Dictionary An enclosure, one of the twelve sons of Ishmael (Genesis 25:15). International Standard Bible Encyclopedia JETURje'-tur (yeTur, meaning uncertain): a "son" of Ishmael (Genesis 25:15 parallel 1 Chronicles 1:31); against this clan the two and a half tribes warred (1 Chronicles 5:18 f); they are the Itureans of New Testament times. Greek 2484. Itouraios -- Ituraea, a region North of Pal. ... NASB Word Usage Ituraea (1). Ituraea. Of Hebrew origin (Ytuwr); Ituraea (ie Jetur), a region of Palestine -- Ituraea. see HEBREW Ytuwr. ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2484.htm - 6k Strong's Hebrew 3195. Yetur -- a son of Ishmael, also his desc. and the region ...... a son of Ishmael, also his desc. and the region where they lived. Transliteration: Yetur Phonetic Spelling: (yet-oor') Short Definition: Jetur. ... Jetur. ... /hebrew/3195.htm - 6k Library John the Baptist's Person and Preaching. Chapter xxv Concerning Abimelech; and Concerning Ismael the Son of Abraham ... Thesaurus Jetur (3 Occurrences)... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. JETUR. ... See ITURAEA. Multi-Version Concordance Jetur (3 Occurrences). Genesis 25:15 Hadad, Tema, Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. ... /j/jetur.htm - 7k Hagrites (5 Occurrences) Nodab (1 Occurrence) Naphish (3 Occurrences) Kedmah (2 Occurrences) Kedem (2 Occurrences) Ked'emah (2 Occurrences) Kedemah (2 Occurrences) Kedema (1 Occurrence) Nephish (1 Occurrence) Resources Who are the descendants of Ishmael? | GotQuestions.orgBible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Jetur (3 Occurrences)Genesis 25:15 1 Chronicles 1:31 1 Chronicles 5:19 Subtopics Related Terms |
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