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Jehush

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Jehush was a descendant of Saul through Eshek. He is listed in the genealogy of Benjamin.

Definition

Jehush was a remote descendant of Saul and the son of Eshek. His name is explained as “to whom God hastens.”

Biblical Usage

Jehush appears in the genealogy of Benjamin and Saul’s descendants.

Historical Background

The name is treated as another form of Jeush in the genealogical tradition.

Scripture References

Related Figures

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(to whom God hastens), son of eshek, a remote descendant of Saul. (1 Chronicles 8:39)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>je'-hush (1Ch 8:39).</p><p>See JEUSH, (3).</p>
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