Bible Person

Joash

Meaning: who despairs or burns · Male · 1 cross reference

This Joash entry refers to one of the Benjamite archers who joins David at Ziklag, not to the Benjaminite descendant in 1 Chronicles 7 or the royal official over oil stores. He belongs to the coalition gathering around David before his reign is fully established. First appears in 1 Chr 12:3.1

AI summary: This Joash matters because his single cross reference places him among the skilled fighters from Saul-linked territory who align themselves with David. The entry contributes to the broader picture of support for David growing across tribal and regional lines. Taken together, the material presents this Joash as a Benjaminite supporter in David's expanding coalition.1

Central Figure

Joash

Meaning: who despairs or burns

One of the Benjamite archers who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chr.