Naashon, a significant figure in the genealogical and historical narratives of the Bible, is recognized as a leader among the Israelites during their wilderness journey. He is prominently mentioned in the genealogies of the tribes of Israel and is noted for his role in the lineage of King David and, ultimately, Jesus Christ.

Genealogy and Family Background

Naashon was the son of Amminadab and a descendant of Judah, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. His sister, Elisheba, was married to Aaron, the brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel (Exodus 6:23). This connection places Naashon within a family of significant religious and historical importance.

Role in the Exodus

Naashon is best known for his leadership role during the Exodus. He was appointed as the leader of the tribe of Judah, the largest and most prominent of the twelve tribes. In the Book of Numbers, Naashon is listed as the head of the tribe of Judah during the census taken in the wilderness of Sinai: "The descendants of Judah, by their clans, were counted and their number was 74,600. The leader of the people of Judah was Naashon son of Amminadab" (Numbers 1:26-27).

Position in the Camp and March

As the leader of the tribe of Judah, Naashon held a position of honor and responsibility. The tribe of Judah was positioned at the front of the Israelite camp and led the march whenever the Israelites set out on their journey: "On the east side, toward the sunrise, the divisions of the camp of Judah are to encamp under their standard, with the leader of the people of Judah being Naashon son of Amminadab" (Numbers 2:3).

Naashon's Descendants

Naashon's legacy is further highlighted in the genealogies of the Bible. He is listed in the genealogy of King David, making him an ancestor of the royal line of Judah: "Ram was the father of Amminadab, Amminadab was the father of Naashon, and Naashon was the father of Salmon" (Ruth 4:19-20). This lineage is also significant in the New Testament, where Naashon is mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus Christ: "Ram the father of Amminadab, Amminadab the father of Naashon, and Naashon the father of Salmon" (Matthew 1:4).

Symbolic Significance

Naashon's role as a leader of the tribe of Judah and his place in the genealogical line leading to David and Jesus underscore his importance in the biblical narrative. His leadership during the formative years of the Israelite nation and his connection to the messianic line highlight the providential unfolding of God's plan through the generations.

Naashon's life and legacy serve as a testament to the faithfulness of God in fulfilling His promises to the patriarchs and establishing a lineage through which the Savior of the world would come. His account is a reminder of the interconnectedness of the biblical narrative and the unfolding of divine history through the lives of individuals chosen by God.Naashon

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Naashon

[NAHSHON, OR NAASHON]

NAASHON; NAASON; NAASSON

na'-a-shon, na-ash'-on, na'-a-son, na-as'-on (Naasson): the King James Version Greek form of "Nahshon" (thus, the Revised Version (British and American)) (Matthew 1:4 Luke 3:32).

5177. Nachshon -- brother-in-law of Aaron
... Naashon, Nahshon. From nachash; enchanter; Nachshon, an Israelite -- Naashon, Nahshon.
see HEBREW nachash. 5176, 5177. Nachshon. 5178 . Strong's Numbers.
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... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia NAASHON; NAASON; NAASSON. na'-a-shon ... 32).
Multi-Version Concordance Naashon (1 Occurrence). Exodus 6 ...
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Naason
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia NAASHON; NAASON; NAASSON. na'-a-shon,
na-ash'-on, na'-a-son, na-as'-on (Naasson): the King James ...
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Naasson (2 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia NAASHON; NAASON; NAASSON. na'-a-shon,
na-ash'-on, na'-a-son, na-as'-on (Naasson): the King James ...
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Naarath (1 Occurrence)

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Beareth (108 Occurrences)
... Exodus 6:23 And Aaron taketh Elisheba daughter of Amminadab, sister of Naashon,
to himself for a wife, and she beareth to him Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and ...
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Bare (250 Occurrences)
... (KJV ASV). Exodus 6:23 And Aaron took him Elisheba, daughter of Amminadab, sister
of Naashon, to wife; and she bare him Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. ...
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Taketh (398 Occurrences)
... Exodus 6:23 And Aaron taketh Elisheba daughter of Amminadab, sister of Naashon,
to himself for a wife, and she beareth to him Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and ...
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