Eli'shama is a biblical figure whose name means "God has heard." He appears in several contexts within the Old Testament, primarily associated with the tribe of Ephraim and the royal lineage of Judah. His presence in the biblical narrative highlights the importance of lineage, leadership, and divine purpose.

1. Eli'shama, Son of Ammihud: Eli'shama, the son of Ammihud, is noted as a leader of the tribe of Ephraim during the wilderness period. He is mentioned in the Book of Numbers as one of the leaders who assisted Moses in the census of the Israelites. Numbers 1:10 states, "from the sons of Joseph: from Ephraim, Elishama son of Ammihud; from Manasseh, Gamaliel son of Pedahzur." Eli'shama's role as a leader underscores the significance of tribal leadership and organization during the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land.

2. Eli'shama, the Scribe: Another Eli'shama is mentioned in the context of the reign of King Jehoiakim of Judah. In Jeremiah 36, Eli'shama is identified as a scribe in whose chamber Baruch, the scribe of Jeremiah, read the words of the prophet to the people. Jeremiah 36:12 states, "he went down to the scribe’s chamber in the king’s palace, where all the officials were sitting: Elishama the scribe, Delaiah son of Shemaiah, Elnathan son of Achbor, Gemariah son of Shaphan, Zedekiah son of Hananiah, and all the other officials." This Eli'shama's role as a scribe indicates his involvement in the administration and dissemination of important messages during a tumultuous period in Judah's history.

3. Eli'shama, Descendant of David: Eli'shama is also listed among the sons of David, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 3:6-8. This passage details the descendants of David, emphasizing the continuation of the Davidic line. Eli'shama's inclusion in this genealogy highlights the enduring legacy of David's house and the fulfillment of God's promises to David regarding his descendants.

4. Eli'shama in the Context of the Exile: In the post-exilic period, the name Eli'shama appears in genealogical records, such as in 1 Chronicles 7:26, which traces the lineage of Ephraim. This reference serves to connect the pre-exilic and post-exilic communities, affirming the continuity of Israel's tribal identities and heritage despite the challenges of exile.

Eli'shama's appearances in various contexts within the Old Testament reflect the multifaceted roles individuals played in Israel's history, from tribal leadership and royal lineage to administrative duties and the preservation of tradition. His name, meaning "God has heard," serves as a reminder of the divine attention and purpose woven throughout the biblical narrative.Eli'shama (17 Occurrences)

Numbers 1:10
Of the children of Joseph: of Ephraim, Elishama the son of Ammihud; of Manasseh, Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.
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Numbers 2:18
On the west side shall be the standard of the camp of Ephraim according to their hosts; the prince of the children of Ephraim being Elishama the son of Ammihud,
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Numbers 7:48
On the seventh day Elishama the son of Ammihud, prince of the children of Ephraim:
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Numbers 7:53
and for the sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five he-lambs of the first year. This was the offering of Elishama the son of Ammihud.
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Numbers 10:22
And the standard of the camp of the children of Ephraim set forward according to their hosts; and over his host was Elishama the son of Ammihud.
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2 Samuel 5:16
and Elishama, and Eliada, and Eliphelet.
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2 Kings 25:25
But it came to pass in the seventh month, that Ishmael the son of Nethaniah, the son of Elishama, of the seed royal, came, and ten men with him, and smote Gedaliah, that he died, and the Jews and the Chaldeans that were with him at Mizpah.
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1 Chronicles 2:41
and Shallum begot Jekamiah, and Jekamiah begot Elishama.
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1 Chronicles 3:6
and Ibhar, and Elishama, and Eliphelet;
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1 Chronicles 3:8
and Elishama, and Eliada, and Eliphelet, nine.
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1 Chronicles 7:26
Ladan his son, Ammihud his son, Elishama his son;
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1 Chronicles 14:7
and Elishama, and Beeliada, and Eliphelet.
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2 Chronicles 17:8
and with them the Levites, even Shemaiah, and Nethaniah, and Zebadiah, and Asahel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehonathan, and Adonijah, and Tobijah, and Tob-adonijah, the Levites; and with them Elishama and Jehoram, the priests.
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Jeremiah 36:12
and he goeth down 'to' the house of the king, unto the chamber of the scribe, and lo, there are all the heads sitting: Elishama the scribe, and Delaiah son of Shemaiah, and Elnathan son of Acbor, and Gemariah son of Shaphan, and Zedekiah son of Hananiah, and all the heads.
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Jeremiah 36:20
And they go in unto the king, to the court, and the roll they have laid up in the chamber of Elishama the scribe, and they declare in the ears of the king all the words.
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Jeremiah 36:21
And the king sendeth Jehudi to take the roll, and he taketh it out of the chamber of Elishama the scribe, and Jehudi readeth it in the ears of the king, and in the ears of all the heads who are standing by the king;
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Jeremiah 41:1
And it cometh to pass, in the seventh month, come hath Ishmael son of Nethaniah, son of Elishama, of the seed royal, and of the chiefs of the king, and ten men with him, unto Gedaliah son of Ahikam, to Mizpah, and they eat there bread together in Mizpah.
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