A son or town founded by Ezer.
Hushah
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 4:4.
חוּשָׁהHushah
The name means “hasting; holding peace.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Ezer
- People
- Tribe of Judah
About Hushah Written by AI
Hushah is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:4 as part of the genealogy of the tribe of Judah. He is listed as one of the sons of Ezer, along with Penuel, the father of Gedor, and Ezra. The genealogy in 1Chronicles 4 traces the lineage of several clans within the tribe of Judah, providing a record of their descendants and the cities they inhabited. This chapter is part of a larger section in 1 Chronicles that focuses on the genealogies of the twelve tribes of Israel. Hushah's mention in this genealogy serves to establish his place within the tribe of Judah and to maintain the family records that were important to the Israelites. Genealogies in the Bible often serve to demonstrate the continuity of God's people and to highlight the importance of family lineage. Apart from being listed in this genealogy, no other information is provided about Hushah in the Bible. His inclusion in the record helps to paint a picture of the Judahite community and their history as part of the larger story of Israel.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 4:4
Penuel was the father of Gedor, and Ezer was the father of Hushah. These were the descendants of Hur, the firstborn of Ephrathah and the father of Bethlehem.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.