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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Jishi</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/j/jishi.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/1_chronicles/2-31.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/j/jishi.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Jishi</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/j/jishbah.htm" title="Jishbah">◄</a> Jishi <a href="/topical/j/jishijah.htm" title="Jishijah">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Jishi is not a term or name directly found in the canonical texts of the Bible. However, in exploring the broader context of biblical literature and historical records, it is essential to consider the cultural and historical backdrop of the biblical narrative, which may include references to peoples, places, or concepts that are not explicitly named in the Scriptures.<br><br><b>Historical and Cultural Context</b><br><br>In the ancient Near Eastern context, many tribes, nations, and peoples interacted with the Israelites, the primary focus of the biblical narrative. The Bible often references various groups that played significant roles in the history of Israel, such as the Canaanites, Philistines, Moabites, and others. While "Jishi" does not appear in the biblical text, it is possible that it could refer to a lesser-known group or a transliteration of a name from ancient records outside the Bible.<br><br><b>Biblical References and Parallels</b><br><br>The Bible frequently mentions interactions between the Israelites and surrounding nations. For example, in the Book of Joshua, the Israelites are commanded to conquer the land of Canaan, which involved numerous battles with local tribes (<a href="/joshua/1.htm">Joshua 1:1-9</a>). Similarly, the Book of Judges details the cyclical pattern of Israel's disobedience, oppression by neighboring peoples, and subsequent deliverance by judges raised by God (<a href="/judges/2-16.htm">Judges 2:16-19</a>).<br><br>While "Jishi" is not mentioned, the Bible does emphasize the importance of understanding and sometimes contending with surrounding cultures and influences. The Israelites were often warned against adopting the practices of neighboring peoples, as seen in <a href="/leviticus/18-3.htm">Leviticus 18:3</a>: "You must not follow the practices of the land of Egypt, where you used to live, or follow the practices of the land of Canaan, where I am bringing you. You must not walk in their customs."<br><br><b>Theological Implications</b><br><br>From a theological perspective, the interactions between Israel and other nations serve as a backdrop for understanding God's covenant relationship with His people. The Bible underscores the theme of holiness and separation from pagan practices, as seen in <a href="/leviticus/20-26.htm">Leviticus 20:26</a>: "You are to be holy to Me because I, the LORD, am holy, and I have set you apart from the nations to be My own."<br><br>The absence of a direct reference to "Jishi" in the Bible does not diminish the importance of understanding the broader historical and cultural context in which the biblical events occurred. The Scriptures provide a framework for understanding God's sovereignty over all nations and His plan for redemption through Israel, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ.<br><br><b>Conclusion</b><br><br>While "Jishi" is not a term found in the Bible, the study of biblical history and culture can provide insights into the complex interactions between Israel and its neighbors. The biblical narrative consistently points to God's faithfulness and the call for His people to remain distinct and devoted to Him amidst a diverse and often challenging world.<a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/3469.htm"><span class="l">3469. Yishi -- "saving," four Israelites</span></a><br><b>...</b> NASB Word Usage Ishi (5). Ishi. From yasha'; saving; <b>Jishi</b>, the name of four Israelites<br> -- Ishi. see HEBREW yasha'. 3468, 3469. Yishi. 3470 . Strong's Numbers <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/3469.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/j/jishi.htm"><span class="l"><b>Jishi</b> (4 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>Jishi</b> (4 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 2:31 And the sons of Appaim: <b>Jishi</b>; and the<br> sons of <b>Jishi</b>: Sheshan; and the sons of Sheshan: Ahlai. (DBY). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jishi.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jishijah.htm"><span class="l">Jishijah (6 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jishijah.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jishbah.htm"><span class="l">Jishbah (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jishbah.htm - 6k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Jishi (4 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-31.htm">1 Chronicles 2:31</a></span><br />And the sons of Appaim: <span class="boldtext">Jishi</span>; and the sons of Jishi: Sheshan; and the sons of Sheshan: Ahlai. <br /><span class="source">(DBY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/4-20.htm">1 Chronicles 4:20</a></span><br />And the sons of Shimon: Amnon And Rinnah, Ben-hanan And Tilon. And the sons of <span class="boldtext">Jishi</span>: Zoheth And Ben-Zoheth.<br /><span class="source">(DBY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/4-42.htm">1 Chronicles 4:42</a></span><br />And five hundred men of them, of the sons of Simeon, went to mount Seir, having at their head Pelatiah, and Neariah, and Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of <span class="boldtext">Jishi</span>,<br /><span class="source">(DBY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/5-24.htm">1 Chronicles 5:24</a></span><br />And these were the heads of their fathers' houses: Epher, and <span class="boldtext">Jishi</span>, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valour, famous men, heads of their fathers' houses.<br /><span class="source">(DBY)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/j/jishi.htm">Jishi</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jishma.htm">Jishma (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jishi.htm">Jishi (4 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jizrahiah.htm">Jizrahiah (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/simeon.htm">Simeon (48 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/j/jishbah.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Jishbah"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Jishbah" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/j/jishijah.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Jishijah"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Jishijah" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>