Elishua is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the genealogical records of King David's family. The name Elishua means "God is salvation," reflecting a common theme in Hebrew names that emphasize divine attributes or actions.

Biblical References:

Elishua is listed among the sons of King David in the book of 2 Samuel. The relevant passage is found in 2 Samuel 5:14-16 : "These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon, Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia, Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet."

A parallel account is found in 1 Chronicles 14:4-7 , which also lists the sons of David born in Jerusalem: "These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon, Ibhar, Elishua, Elpelet, Nogah, Nepheg, Japhia, Elishama, Beeliada, and Eliphelet."

Context and Significance:

Elishua is one of the lesser-known sons of David, and the biblical text does not provide additional details about his life or deeds. His mention is primarily within the context of establishing the lineage and family of King David, a central figure in the history of Israel and the lineage of Jesus Christ, as outlined in the New Testament.

The genealogical records in which Elishua appears serve to underscore the fulfillment of God's promises to David regarding his descendants and the establishment of his kingdom. While Elishua himself does not play a prominent role in biblical narratives, his inclusion in these genealogies highlights the importance of family lineage in the biblical tradition and the unfolding of God's redemptive plan through history.

Theological Implications:

From a theological perspective, the mention of Elishua and his siblings in the genealogies of David underscores the faithfulness of God in preserving the Davidic line, which is significant for the messianic prophecies concerning Jesus Christ. The genealogies serve as a testament to God's providence and the unfolding of His divine plan through the generations.

In the broader biblical narrative, the names and lineages recorded in Scripture, including those of seemingly minor figures like Elishua, contribute to the tapestry of God's interaction with humanity. They remind believers of the importance of each individual within God's overarching account and the fulfillment of His promises through the lineage of David.Elishua

God is my salvation

Elishua

(God is my salvation), one of David's sons, born after his settlement in Jerusalem. (2 Samuel 5:15; 1 Chronicles 14:5) (B.C. 1044.)

God his salvation, a son of David, 2 Samuel 5:15 = Elishama, 1 Chronicles 3:6. ELISHUA

el-i-shu'-a, e-lish'-u-a ('elishua`, "God is rich," "God is salvation"):

Son of David (2 Samuel 5:15 1 Chronicles 14:5); apparently called Elishama (1 Chronicles 3:6). In the latter locus we have most probably a misreading by the copyist of the name Elishua.

474. Elishua -- "God is salvation," a son of David
... 473, 474. Elishua. 475 . "God is salvation," a son of David. Transliteration:
Elishua Phonetic Spelling: (el-ee-shoo'-ah) Short Definition: Elishua. ...
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477. Elisha -- "God is salvation," a well-known Isr. prophet
... Elisha. Word Origin contr. from Elishua Definition "God is salvation," a
well-known Isr. prophet NASB Word Usage Elisha (58). Elisha. ...
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The visitation
... Thus we find a son of David's sometimes called Elishua (God helps') and sometimes
Elishama (God hears'); and Eldea or Eldaa may mean God comes' just as much as ...
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Elishua (3 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ELISHUA. el-i-shu'-a, e ... copyist of the name
Elishua. Multi-Version Concordance Elishua (3 Occurrences). ...
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Eli'shu-a (2 Occurrences)
Eli'shu-a. Elishua, Eli'shu-a. Elisimus . ... Eli'shu-a (2 Occurrences). 2 Samuel
5:15 and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia; (See RSV). ...
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Ibhar (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Ibhar (3 Occurrences). 2 Samuel 5:15 and Ibhar, and Elishua,
and Nepheg, and Japhia, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Joshua (211 Occurrences)
... is formed on the analogy of many Israelite names, as Jehoiakim (yehoyaqim), "Yahweh
exalteth," Jehohanan (yehochanan), "Yahweh is gracious," Elishua or Elisha ...
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Nepheg (4 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). 2 Samuel 5:15 and Ibhar, and Elishua,
and Nepheg, and Japhia, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Japhi'a (5 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). 2 Samuel 5:15 and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia; (See RSV).
1 Chronicles 3:7 and Nogah, and Nepheg, and Japhia; (See RSV). ...
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Japhia (5 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). 2 Samuel 5:15 and Ibhar, and Elishua,
and Nepheg, and Japhia, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Elishama (17 Occurrences)
... (2) A son of David, born in Jerusalem (2 Samuel 5:16 1 Chronicles 3:8). (3) By textual
corruption in 1 Chronicles 3:6 for Elishua, another of David's sons ...
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El'pelet (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance El'pelet (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 14:5 and Ibhar,
and Elishua, and Elpelet, (See RSV). Elpelet, El'pelet. Else . Reference Bible
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Elpalet (1 Occurrence)
... ELIPHALAT. Multi-Version Concordance Elpalet (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles
14:5 And Ibhar, and Elishua, and Elpalet, (KJV WBS YLT). ...
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