Sheshan
Sheshan, a Jerahmeelite who gave his daughter in marriage to his Egyptian servant, Jarha.
The name Sheshan means “lily; rose; joy; flax”
MaleTribe of JudahDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book3 verses
Summary
A man from the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1 Chronicles 2:31; only referred to as Sheshan (שֵׁשָׁן); a son of Ishi; father of Ahlai.
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Alternative names
- שֵׁשָׁןSheshan
Mentions
- The son of Appaim: Ishi. The son of Ishi: Sheshan. The son of Sheshan: Ahlai.
- Sheshan had no sons, but only daughters. He also had an Egyptian servant named Jarha.
- Sheshan gave his daughter in marriage to his servant Jarha, and she bore to him Attai.