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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: Menestheus</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/m/menestheus.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> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><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/genesis/1-1.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/menestheus.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> > Menestheus</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/menemene.htm" title="Menemene">◄</a> Menestheus <a href="/topical/m/meni.htm" title="Meni">►</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="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</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>Menestheus is a figure mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah, specifically in the context of the descendants of Caleb. The name Menestheus appears in some ancient manuscripts and translations, though it is not widely recognized in the canonical texts of the Bible. The mention of Menestheus is often associated with the broader genealogical listings that serve to establish the lineage and heritage of the tribes of Israel.<br><br><b>Genealogical Context</b><br><br>In the genealogies of the Old Testament, particularly in the books of Chronicles, the descendants of Judah are meticulously recorded. These genealogies serve to affirm the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs and to establish the historical and theological continuity of God's chosen people. Menestheus, as a descendant of Caleb, is part of this rich tapestry of lineage that underscores the faithfulness of God to His covenant people.<br><br><b>Caleb's Lineage</b><br><br>Caleb, a prominent figure in the tribe of Judah, is best known for his faithfulness and courage as one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to scout the Promised Land (Numbers 13-14). Caleb's unwavering trust in God's promises earned him a special inheritance in the land of Canaan. The genealogies that include Menestheus highlight the enduring legacy of Caleb's faith and the continuation of his line within the tribe of Judah.<br><br><b>Theological Significance</b><br><br>The inclusion of Menestheus in the genealogical records, though not extensively detailed in the biblical narrative, serves as a reminder of the importance of heritage and identity in the biblical worldview. The genealogies emphasize the continuity of God's covenantal promises through successive generations. Each name, including Menestheus, represents a link in the chain of God's redemptive history, pointing ultimately to the coming of the Messiah through the line of Judah.<br><br><b>Biblical References</b><br><br>While Menestheus is not directly quoted in the Berean Standard Bible, the genealogical context in which he is mentioned can be found in passages that detail the descendants of Judah and Caleb. These passages underscore the importance of lineage and the fulfillment of God's promises to His people.<br><br><b>Historical and Cultural Context</b><br><br>In the ancient Near Eastern context, genealogies were crucial for establishing legal rights, inheritance, and tribal affiliation. The mention of Menestheus, though brief, would have held significance for the original audience, affirming their identity and place within the covenant community. The genealogical records served not only as historical documentation but also as theological affirmations of God's ongoing relationship with His people.<br><br><b>Conclusion</b><br><br>Menestheus, as part of the genealogical records of Judah, contributes to the broader narrative of God's faithfulness to His covenant promises. His inclusion in the lineage of Caleb highlights the enduring legacy of faith and the importance of heritage in the biblical narrative. Through these genealogies, the Bible affirms the continuity of God's redemptive plan and the hope of the coming Messiah.<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">MENESTHEUS</span><p>me-nes'-thus, me-nes'-the-us (Menestheus Codex Alexandrinus, Menestheseos): The father of Apollonius, a general of Epiphanes (2 Maccabees 4:21 and in 2 Maccabees 4:4 the Revised Version (British and American), following a conjecture of Hort Menestheos for mainesthai heos the latter is retained in Swete and Fritzache). "Son of Menestheus" is added to distinguish this Apollonius from "Apollonius, Son of Thrasaeus" (2 Maccabees 3:5) and "Apollonius, Son of Gennaeus" (2 Maccabees 12:2).<br><br>See <a href="../a/apollonius.htm">APOLLONIUS</a>.<p><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/augustine/city_of_god/chapter_19_that_aeneas_came_into.htm"><span class="l">That ??neas came into Italy when Abdon the Judge Ruled Over the <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> the capture and destruction of Troy, ??neas, with twenty ships laden with the Trojan<br> relics, came into Italy, when Latinus reigned there, <b>Menestheus</b> in Athens <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../augustine/city of god/chapter 19 that aeneas came into.htm</font><p><a href="/library/clement/the_stromata_or_miscellanies/chapter_xxi_the_jewish_institutions_and.htm"><span class="l">The Jewish Institutions and Laws of Far Higher Antiquity than the <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> month Thargelion; and some of the authors of the Attica say that it was on the eighth<br> of the last division of the month in the last year of <b>Menestheus</b>, at full <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../the stromata or miscellanies/chapter xxi the jewish institutions and.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/m/menestheus.htm"><span class="l"><b>Menestheus</b></span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia <b>MENESTHEUS</b>. me-nes'-thus, me-nes'-the-us<br> (<b>Menestheus</b> Codex Alexandrinus, Menestheseos): The father <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/menestheus.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/menemene.htm"><span class="l">Menemene (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/menemene.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/meni.htm"><span class="l">Meni (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/meni.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/apollonius.htm"><span class="l">Apollonius</span></a><br><b>...</b> interest of Demetrius. (3) Son of <b>Menestheus</b>, and favorite and chief minister<br> of Antiochus Epiphanes (2 Maccabees 4:21). 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