Bible Person

Abishua

Meaning: father of salvation · Male · 4 cross references

Abishua is the son of Phinehas and a priestly ancestor in the high-priestly line. He appears in genealogies that preserve continuity from the earlier priesthood into later temple memory. First appears in 1 Chr 6:4.1

AI summary: Abishua matters because the cross references present him as one of the crucial links in the priestly succession descending from Aaron through Eleazar and Phinehas. Though he is not a narrative speaker, his place in Chronicles and Ezra helps secure the continuity and legitimacy of later priestly service. Genealogical fidelity gives him real significance. Taken together, the material presents Abishua as a priestly ancestor whose line supports the continuity of Israel's high-priestly tradition.1

Central Figure

Abishua

Meaning: father of salvation

The son of Phinehas the high priest (1 Chr.