Etymology and Meaning: The name "Abishur" is of Hebrew origin, meaning "father of the wall" or "my father is a wall." The name reflects a common practice in ancient Hebrew culture of incorporating familial or protective elements into personal names.

Biblical References: Abishur is mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah. His name appears in the context of the descendants of Jerahmeel, who was the firstborn of Hezron.

Scriptural Citation: The primary reference to Abishur is found in 1 Chronicles 2:28-29: "The sons of Onam: Shammai and Jada. The sons of Shammai: Nadab and Abishur. Abishur’s wife was named Abihail, who bore him Ahban and Molid."

Family Lineage: Abishur is a descendant of Judah through Jerahmeel. He is the son of Shammai and the brother of Nadab. Abishur's wife is named Abihail, and they have two sons, Ahban and Molid. This lineage places Abishur within the broader genealogical framework of the tribe of Judah, which is significant in the context of Israel's history and the lineage of King David.

Tribal Affiliation: As a member of the tribe of Judah, Abishur is part of the tribe that would later become the leading tribe of the Kingdom of Judah. The tribe of Judah holds a prominent place in biblical history, being the tribe from which King David and, according to Christian tradition, Jesus Christ descended.

Cultural and Historical Context: The genealogies in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the historical and familial connections among the tribes of Israel. They provide insight into the social structure and familial relationships of the time. Abishur's mention, though brief, contributes to the understanding of the lineage and heritage of the tribe of Judah.

Significance in Biblical Narrative: While Abishur himself is not a central figure in biblical narratives, his inclusion in the genealogical records underscores the importance of family lineage and heritage in the biblical tradition. The genealogies in Chronicles are crucial for tracing the ancestry of significant biblical figures and for understanding the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs regarding their descendants.51. Abishur -- "my father is a wall," an Israelite
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... Multi-Version Concordance Abishur's (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 2:29 And the name
of Abishur's wife was Abihail; and she had Ahban and Molid by him. ...
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Abi'shur's (1 Occurrence)
Abi'shur's. Abishur's, Abi'shur's. Abissei . ... 1 Chronicles 2:29 And the name
of the wife of Abishur was Abihail; and she bore him Ahban, and Molid. (See RSV) ...
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Abi'shur (1 Occurrence)
Abi'shur. Abishur, Abi'shur. Abishur's . ... 1 Chronicles 2:28 And the sons of Onam
were Shammai, and Jada; and the sons of Shammai: Nadab, and Abishur. (See RSV ...
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