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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: Melchi-Shua</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/m/melchi-shua.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_samuel/14-49.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/m/melchi-shua.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> > Melchi-Shua</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/m/melchishua.htm" title="Melchishua">◄</a> Melchi-Shua <a href="/topical/naves/m/melchishua--son_of_king_saul.htm" title="Melchishua: Son of King Saul">►</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="#hit" title="Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary">Hitchcock's</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</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>Melchi-shua, a figure from the Old Testament, is one of the lesser-known sons of King Saul, the first king of Israel. His name, Melchi-shua, is often interpreted to mean "My King is Salvation" or "King of Help," reflecting a theophoric element common in Hebrew names, which often include references to God or divine attributes.<br><br><b>Biblical References:</b><br><br>Melchi-shua is mentioned in several passages within the books of 1 Samuel and 1 Chronicles. His most notable appearance is in the context of the tragic battle on Mount Gilboa, where he met his demise alongside his father, King Saul, and his brothers, including the more famous Jonathan.<br><br>1. <b><a href="/1_samuel/14-49.htm">1 Samuel 14:49</a> :</b> "Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchi-shua. The names of his two daughters were Merab, the firstborn, and Michal, the younger."<br><br>2. <b><a href="/1_samuel/31-2.htm">1 Samuel 31:2</a> :</b> "The Philistines pursued Saul and his sons, and they killed his sons Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchi-shua."<br><br>3. <b><a href="/1_chronicles/8-33.htm">1 Chronicles 8:33</a> :</b> "Ner was the father of Kish, Kish was the father of Saul, and Saul was the father of Jonathan, Malchi-shua, Abinadab, and Esh-baal."<br><br>4. <b><a href="/1_chronicles/10-2.htm">1 Chronicles 10:2</a> :</b> "The Philistines pursued Saul and his sons, and they killed his sons Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchi-shua."<br><br><b>Historical and Theological Context:</b><br><br>Melchi-shua lived during a tumultuous period in Israel's history, marked by the transition from the period of the Judges to the establishment of the monarchy. As a son of Saul, Melchi-shua was part of the royal family during a time when Israel was frequently at war with neighboring Philistine forces. The battle on Mount Gilboa, where Melchi-shua perished, was a significant event that led to the downfall of Saul's reign and paved the way for David's ascension to the throne.<br><br>Theologically, the death of Melchi-shua and his brothers can be seen as part of the divine judgment against Saul for his disobedience to God's commands. Saul's failure to fully obey the Lord, particularly in the matter of the Amalekites (1 Samuel 15), resulted in the loss of his kingdom and the tragic end of his lineage, as prophesied by the prophet Samuel.<br><br><b>Role in the Narrative:</b><br><br>While Melchi-shua does not play a prominent role in the biblical narrative, his inclusion in the genealogies and battle accounts serves to underscore the completeness of Saul's downfall. The deaths of Saul's sons, including Melchi-shua, highlight the totality of the Philistine victory and the end of Saul's dynastic hopes. This event sets the stage for the rise of David, a man after God's own heart, who would establish a new royal lineage through which God's promises to Israel would continue.<br><br><b>Legacy:</b><br><br>Melchi-shua's legacy is primarily tied to the narrative of Saul's kingship and its tragic end. His life and death serve as a reminder of the consequences of disobedience to God and the importance of faithfulness to His commands. Though not as celebrated as his brother Jonathan, Melchi-shua's account is an integral part of the biblical history that leads to the establishment of the Davidic line, through which the Messiah, Jesus Christ, would eventually come.<a name="hit" id="hit"></a><div class="vheading2">Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Melchi-Shua</span><p>king of health; magnificent king<a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/maclaren/expositions_of_holy_scripture_f/the_end_of_self-will.htm"><span class="l">The End of Self-Will</span></a> <br><b>...</b> in mount Gilboa.2. And the Philistines followed hard upon Saul and upon his sons;<br> and the Philistines slew Jonathan, and Abinadab, and <b>Melchi</b>-<b>shua</b>, Saul's sons <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture f/the end of self-will.htm</font><p><a href="/library/josephus/the_antiquities_of_the_jews/chapter_6_how_the_philistines.htm"><span class="l">How the Philistines Made Another Expedition against the Hebrews <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> king of Zobah. He had three male children, Jonathan, and Isui, and <b>Melchishua</b>;<br> with Merab and Michal his daughters. He had also <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 6 how the philistines.htm</font><p><a href="/library/wells/bible_stories_and_religious_classics/the_history_of_saul.htm"><span class="l">The History of Saul</span></a> <br><b>...</b> of Gilboa. The Philistines smote in against Saul and his sons, and slew<br> Jonathan and Abinadab, and <b>Melchi</b>-<b>shua</b>, sons of Saul. And <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../wells/bible stories and religious classics/the history of saul.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/m/melchishua.htm"><span class="l"><b>Melchishua</b> (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Standard Bible Encyclopedia <b>MELCHISHUA</b>. mel-ki-shoo'-a (malkishua`, "king's help").<br> See MALCHI-SHUA. Multi-Version Concordance <b>Melchishua</b> (2 Occurrences). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/melchishua.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/melchi-shua.htm"><span class="l"><b>Melchi</b>-<b>shua</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>Melchi</b>-<b>shua</b>. <b>Melchishua</b>, <b>Melchi</b>-<b>shua</b>. Melchizedek . Multi-Version Concordance <b>...</b> <br><b>Melchishua</b>, <b>Melchi</b>-<b>shua</b>. Melchizedek . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/melchi-shua.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/melchisedek.htm"><span class="l">Melchisedek (11 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/melchisedek.htm - 9k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/melchizedek.htm"><span class="l">Melchizedek (12 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/melchizedek.htm - 19k</font><p><a href="/topical/i/ishui.htm"><span class="l">Ishui (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Samuel 14:49 Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, and Ishui, and <b>Melchishua</b>: and<br> the names of his two daughters were these; the name of the firstborn Merab <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/i/ishui.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/malchi-shua.htm"><span class="l">Malchi-shua (5 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> mal-ki-shoo'-a (malkishua`, "my king saves"): One of the sons of Saul (1 Samuel<br> 14:49; 1 Samuel 31:2, the King James Version "<b>Melchishua</b>"; 1 Chronicles 8:33; 1 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/malchi-shua.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/malchishua.htm"><span class="l">Malchishua (5 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> mal-ki-shoo'-a (malkishua`, "my king saves"): One of the sons of Saul (1 Samuel<br> 14:49; 1 Samuel 31:2, the King James Version "<b>Melchishua</b>"; 1 Chronicles 8:33; 1 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/malchishua.htm - 9k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/saul's.htm"><span class="l">Saul's (79 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Samuel 31:2 And the Philistines followed hard upon Saul and upon his sons; and<br> the Philistines slew Jonathan, and Abinadab, and <b>Melchishua</b>, Saul's sons. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/saul's.htm - 31k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/slew.htm"><span class="l">Slew (206 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Samuel 31:2 And the Philistines followed hard upon Saul and upon his sons; and<br> the Philistines slew Jonathan, and Abinadab, and <b>Melchishua</b>, Saul's sons. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/slew.htm - 38k</font><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Jesus-genealogy.html">Why are Jesus' genealogies in Matthew and Luke so different? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Jonathan-in-the-Bible.html">Who was Jonathan in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><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">Melchi-shua (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_samuel/14-49.htm">1 Samuel 14:49</a></span><br />Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, and Ishui, and <span class="boldtext">Melchi-shua</span>: and the names of his two daughters were these; the name of the first-born Merab, and the name of the younger Michal:<br /><span class="source">(WBS YLT)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/m/melchi-shua.htm">Melchi-Shua</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/melchi-shua.htm">Melchi-shua (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/melchisedek.htm">Melchisedek (11 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/melchizedek.htm">Melchizedek (12 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/i/ishui.htm">Ishui (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/malchi-shua.htm">Malchi-shua (5 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/malchishua.htm">Malchishua (5 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/saul's.htm">Saul's (79 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/slew.htm">Slew (206 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/m/melchishua.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Melchishua"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Melchishua" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/naves/m/melchishua--son_of_king_saul.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Melchishua: Son of King Saul"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Melchishua: Son of King Saul" /></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>