Jokshan
malePatriarchalMeaning: “Fowler; snarer”
A son of Abraham by Keturah and the father of Sheba and Dedan, ancestors of trading peoples of Arabia.
Biography
Jokshan is a son of Abraham by Keturah (Genesis 25:2). He fathered Sheba and Dedan (Genesis 25:3), names associated with the caravan-trading peoples of Arabia who appear elsewhere in Scripture as merchants in gold, spices, and incense.
Life Timeline
Born to Abraham and Keturah; father of Sheba and Dedan
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Themes & lessons from Jokshan
Biblical themes that run through the passages where Jokshan appears.
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Scripture Appearances
3 verses in 2 booksGenesis2 verses
Genesis 25:2
And she bare him Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah.
Genesis 25:3
And Jokshan begat Sheba, and Dedan. And the sons of Dedan were Asshurim, and Letushim, and Leummim.
1 Chronicles1 verse
1 Chronicles 1:32
Now the sons of Keturah, Abraham's concubine: she bare Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah. And the sons of Jokshan; Sheba, and Dedan.
Frequently asked about Jokshan
Who was Jokshan in the Bible?
A son of Abraham by Keturah and the father of Sheba and Dedan, ancestors of trading peoples of Arabia.
What does the name Jokshan mean?
The name Jokshan means “Fowler; snarer”.
Who were Jokshan's parents?
Jokshan was the child of Abraham, Keturah.
Where does Jokshan appear in the Bible?
Jokshan is mentioned 3 times across 2 books: Genesis, 1 Chronicles.
What can we learn from Jokshan?
The story of Jokshan touches on themes of abraham, keturah, midian, midianites — explore each to study the lessons drawn from Jokshan's life.
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