Joash

Joash the Abiezrite was responsible for King David's olive and sycamore trees in the Shephelah.

The name Joash means “who despairs or burns”

MaleDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book1 verse

Summary

A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1 Chronicles 27:28; only referred to as Joash (יוֹעָשׁ).

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Joash

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  1. Baal-hanan the Gederite was in charge of the olive and sycamore trees in the foothills. Joash was in charge of the stores of olive oil.