Topical Encyclopedia Ir-nahash is a location mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah in the Old Testament. The name "Ir-nahash" translates to "City of Nahash" in Hebrew. It appears in 1 Chronicles 4:12, which is part of a larger passage detailing the descendants of Judah, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The passage reads: "Eshton was the father of Beth-rapha, Paseah, and Tehinnah the father of Ir-nahash. These were the men of Recah" (1 Chronicles 4:12).The context of this mention is within the genealogies that trace the lineage and settlements of the tribe of Judah. These genealogies serve to establish the historical and familial connections of the Israelites, emphasizing their heritage and the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles are particularly focused on the tribe of Judah, from which King David and ultimately Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament, are descended. Ir-nahash is noted as being associated with Tehinnah, who is described as its father, indicating that he was likely the founder or a significant leader of the city. The mention of Ir-nahash is brief, and the Bible does not provide further details about the city or its significance beyond its inclusion in the genealogical record. The name "Nahash" itself is notable in the biblical narrative, as it is associated with several individuals, including Nahash the Ammonite king who besieged Jabesh-gilead during the time of King Saul (1 Samuel 11:1). However, there is no direct biblical connection between the city of Ir-nahash and these individuals named Nahash. The genealogical records in 1 Chronicles serve a dual purpose: they affirm the historical roots of the Israelites and underscore the divine orchestration of their history. The inclusion of Ir-nahash in these records, though brief, contributes to the broader tapestry of Israel's tribal and familial heritage, reflecting the importance of lineage and settlement in the biblical narrative. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia IR-NAHASHur-na'-hash, ir-na'-hash (`ir nachash): A town of Judah of which Tehinnah is called the "father," probably meaning "founder" (1 Chronicles 4:12). English Versions of the Bible margin suggests the translation "city of Nahash." Strong's Hebrew 5904. Ir Nachash -- "city of a serpent," a city in Judah... Ir Nachash. 5905 . "city of a serpent," a city in Judah. Transliteration: Ir Nachash Phonetic Spelling: (eer naw-khawsh') Short Definition: Ir-nahash. ... Ir-nahash ... /hebrew/5904.htm - 6k Thesaurus Irnahash (1 Occurrence)... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia IR-NAHASH. ur-na'-hash, ir ... of Nahash.". Multi-Version Concordance Irnahash (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles ... /i/irnahash.htm - 7k Ir-nahash (1 Occurrence) Irna'hash (1 Occurrence) Ir (4 Occurrences) Ir-moab (1 Occurrence) Tehin'nah (1 Occurrence) Tehinnah (1 Occurrence) Recah (1 Occurrence) Rechah (1 Occurrence) Rapha (10 Occurrences) Resources Does the Bible mention David's mother? | GotQuestions.orgWho was Nimrod in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org What caused the extinction of the dinosaurs? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Ir-nahash (1 Occurrence)1 Chronicles 4:12 Subtopics Ir-Nahash: Whether This is a Man or a Town is not Clear Related Terms |
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