Old Testament
Elishua
One of the sons born to King David in Jerusalem.
Elishua was a son of King David born after he established his reign in Jerusalem. He is listed in the royal genealogies recorded in 2 Samuel 5:15 and 1 Chronicles 14:5. Beyond his inclusion in these lists of David's children, the Scriptures provide no further details regarding his life or actions.
In the text
- Verses
- 3
- Books
- 2
- First appears
- 2 Samuel 5:15
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 14:5
Where Elishua appears
3 verses · 3 chaptersIn the same books
- Amnon22 versesThe firstborn son of King David whose violent actions against his half-sister Tamar triggered a cycle of family tragedy.
- Ahithophel17 versesA trusted counselor to King David who defected to join Absalom's rebellion against the throne.
- Mephibosheth12 versesThe crippled son of Jonathan who received David's covenant kindness and a permanent place at the royal table.
- Abishai23 versesA valiant commander and nephew of King David who served as a loyal leader in Israel's military.
- Abigail17 versesA wise and discerning woman who prevented David from committing bloodshed against her foolish husband, Nabal.
- Ornan17 versesA Jebusite who sold his threshing floor to King David for the site of the future temple.
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