Biblical References:
Sheshai is mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Numbers and the Book of Joshua. He is one of the three Anakim brothers encountered by the Israelites during their exploration and conquest of the Promised Land.

Scriptural Citations:
· Numbers 13:22 : "They went up through the Negev and came to Hebron, where Ahiman, Sheshai, and Talmai, the descendants of Anak, were living. (Hebron had been built seven years before Zoan in Egypt.)"
· Joshua 15:14 : "And Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak—Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak."

Historical and Cultural Context:
Sheshai is identified as one of the Anakim, a race of giants mentioned in the Old Testament. The Anakim were known for their formidable size and strength, and they inhabited the region of Hebron in Canaan. The presence of the Anakim, including Sheshai, was a significant concern for the Israelite spies sent by Moses to scout the land, as recorded in Numbers 13. The report of these giants instilled fear among the Israelites, contributing to their initial reluctance to enter the Promised Land.

Role in the Conquest of Canaan:
Sheshai, along with his brothers Ahiman and Talmai, was eventually driven out by Caleb, one of the faithful spies who trusted in God's promise to give the land to Israel. Caleb's conquest of Hebron, as recorded in Joshua 15:14, demonstrates the fulfillment of God's promise to the Israelites and serves as a testament to Caleb's faith and courage. The expulsion of Sheshai and his brothers marked a significant victory in the Israelite campaign to claim the land of Canaan.

Theological Significance:
The account of Sheshai and the Anakim highlights themes of faith, obedience, and divine intervention. Despite the intimidating presence of giants in the land, Caleb's reliance on God's promise exemplifies the power of faith over fear. The narrative underscores the importance of trusting in God's provision and the assurance that He will fulfill His promises, regardless of seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

Legacy:
Sheshai's mention in the biblical narrative serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by the Israelites in their journey to possess the land God had promised them. His defeat by Caleb is celebrated as a victory of faith and divine support, reinforcing the message that God's people can overcome any adversary through trust and obedience to His will.Sheshai

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Sheshai

(noble), one of the three sons of Anak who dwelt in Hebron. (Numbers 13:22) (B.C. 1445.)

Whitish, one of the sons of Anak (Numbers 13:22). When the Israelites obtained possession of the country the sons of Anak were expelled and slain (Joshua 15:14; Judges 1:10). SHESHAI

she'-shi (sheshay): One of the sons of Anak, perhaps an old Hebronite clan name. (Sayce combines the name with Sasu, the root sh-c-h, the Egyptian name for the Syrian Bedouins.) The clan lived in Hebron at the time of the conquest and was expelled by Caleb (Numbers 13:22, Codex Vaticanus Sessei; Codex Alexandrinus Semei; Joshua 15:14, Codex Vaticanus Sousei; Codex Alexandrinus Sousai; Judges 1:10, Codex Vaticanus Sessei; Codex Alexandrinus Geththi).

8344. Sheshay -- a son of Anak
... 8343, 8344. Sheshay. 8345 . a son of Anak. Transliteration: Sheshay Phonetic
Spelling: (shay-shah'-ee) Short Definition: Sheshai. ... Sheshai. ...
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Afraid of Giants
... Hamath.22. And they ascended by the south, and came unto Hebron; where Ahiman,
Sheshai, and Talmai, the children of Anak, were. (Now ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/afraid of giants.htm

Caleb --A Green Old Age
... What were the three Anak chiefs, with their barbarous names, Sheshai, and Ahiman,
and Talmai, and their giant stature, to the onset of a warrior faith like that ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture f/caleba green old age.htm

The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus
... It is related how one of their subdivisions, of which Caleb was the eponymous hero,
had driven from Hebron the three sons of Anak"Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai ...
/.../chapter iiithe hebrews and the.htm

Sheshai (3 Occurrences)
...SHESHAI. she'-shi (sheshay): One of the sons of Anak, perhaps an old Hebronite
clan name. ... Multi-Version Concordance Sheshai (3 Occurrences). ...
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Ahiman (4 Occurrences)
... Joshua 15:14 Judges 1:20). The three names (Ahiman, Sheshai, Talmai) also
occur together in Judges 1:10. The word Anak in the Hebrew ...
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Talmai (6 Occurrences)
... Talmai (6 Occurrences). Numbers 13:22 They went up by the South, and came to Hebron;
and Ahiman, Sheshai, and Talmai, the children of Anak, were there. ...
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She'shai (3 Occurrences)
She'shai. Sheshai, She'shai. Sheshak . ... Joshua 15:14 And Caleb drove out thence
the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak ...
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Anak (8 Occurrences)
... Anak (8 Occurrences). Numbers 13:22 They went up by the South, and came to Hebron;
and Ahiman, Sheshai, and Talmai, the children of Anak, were there. ...
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Ahi'man (4 Occurrences)
... Ahi'man (4 Occurrences). Numbers 13:22 And they went up into the South, and came
unto Hebron; and Ahiman, Sheshai, and Talmai, the children of Anak, were there. ...
/a/ahi'man.htm - 7k

Sheshach (2 Occurrences)

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Caleb (39 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Joshua 15:14 Caleb drove out the
three sons of Anak: Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak. ...
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Hebron (71 Occurrences)
... Numbers 13:22 They went up by the South, and came to Hebron; and Ahiman,
Sheshai, and Talmai, the children of Anak, were there. ...
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Zo'an (7 Occurrences)
... Zo'an (7 Occurrences). Numbers 13:22 They went up by the South, and came to Hebron;
and Ahiman, Sheshai, and Talmai, the children of Anak, were there. ...
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