Irshemesh
Irshemesh was a town allotted to the tribe of Dan, probably identical with Beth-shemesh.
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Iru
Iru was identified as the eldest son of Caleb. Some textual evidence suggests the name may instead be read as Ir.
Isaac
Isaac was the son of Abraham and Sarah, the child of promise, and father of Esau and Jacob. His near-offering by Abraham became a prominent example of faith and obedience.
Isaiah
Isaiah son of Amoz was a major prophet of Judah who ministered during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. He proclaimed God’s judgment and salvation and spoke extensively of the coming Messiah.
Isaiah, Book Of
The Book of Isaiah contains prophetic messages concerning Judah, Israel, surrounding nations, judgment, restoration, and the Messiah. Its later chapters especially proclaim comfort, redemption, and God’s salvation.
Isaiah, The Book of
The Book of Isaiah records Isaiah’s prophecies, historical events from Hezekiah’s reign, warnings against sin and foreign powers, and promises of the Messiah, restoration, and salvation.
Iscah
Iscah was the daughter of Haran and sister of Milcah and Lot. A later Jewish tradition identified her with Sarai, but the biblical text does not establish that identification.
Iscariot
Iscariot is the designation associated with Judas, the disciple who betrayed Jesus. It is commonly understood as referring to his connection with Kerioth.
Ish-bosheth
Ish-bosheth, originally called Eshbaal, was a son of Saul who was made king over much of Israel after Saul’s death. He reigned from Mahanaim for two years before being murdered by his own captains.
ISH-SECHEL
Ish-sechel, meaning “man of discretion,” was a Levite brought to Ezra from Casiphia to serve in the house of God. He is mentioned only in Ezra 8:18.
Ishbah
Ishbah was a man of Judah and the father of Eshtemoa, mentioned in the genealogical records.
Ishbak
Ishbak was a son of Abraham by Keturah. His descendants likely formed an Arabian tribe, though their later identification is uncertain.
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