Bible Dictionary
Eshek
Eshek was a descendant of Jonathan and Saul, listed in the genealogies of Benjamin. His name is associated with oppression or an oppressor.
Definition
Eshek was a descendant of Jonathan and Saul. His name means “oppression” or “oppressor.”
Biblical Usage
He appears in the later genealogical record of Saul’s descendants in 1 Chronicles 8:39.
Historical Background
Eshek belonged to the Benjaminite family line descended from Saul through Jonathan.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(oppression), one of the late descendants of Saul. (1 Chronicles 8:39)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>e'-shek (`esheq, "oppressor"):</p><p>A descendant of Jonathan, son of Saul, first king of Israel (1Ch 8:39).</p>