Bible Dictionary
GESHAN
Geshen was a descendant of Judah through Caleb.
Definition
Geshen was a descendant of Judah through Caleb.
Biblical Usage
The name occurs in the genealogical record of Judah in 1 Chronicles.
Historical Background
The King James Version has “Gesham,” but the supplied material notes that this spelling was not present in the original 1611 edition.
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ge'-shan (geshan, "firm," "strong"): A descendant of Judah through Caleb (1Ch 2:47). The King James Version has "Gesham," but not in the original 1611 edition.</p>