Ishmael Summary
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Ishmael was a descendant of Benjamin through King Saul's line.
son of Azel (1CH 8:38)
Lineage: Aphiah › Bechorath › Zeror › Abiel › Kish › Saul › Jonathan › Mephibosheth › Micah › Ahaz › Jarah › Zimri › Moza › Binea › Azel › Ishmael
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God that hears
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· Also called · H3458 none · 1CH 8:38 G-d [El] he heard
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יִשְׁמָעֵ֔אל
yishəmael · H3458 · 1CH 8:38 G-d [El] he heard
- he יִשְׁמָעֵאל · H3458I
- el Ισμαηλ Ismaēl · none · 1CH 8:38
- bg Измаил
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Conditional birth estimate · c. 900 BC – 700 BC
Conditional birth bounds under generation assumptions; not attested parental ages, biological limits or a lifespan.
Below are relatives with a selected birth year, the generations separating them, and the interval allowed by each anchor. Each relative’s page shows available dates and sources. The overall estimate uses the intersection of the allowed intervals.
| Relative / anchor year | Generations | Conditional interval |
|---|---|---|
| Mephibosheth · 1060 BC Ancestor |
8 20–45 years per generation |
c. 900 BC – 700 BC |
| Jonathan · 1094 BC Ancestor |
9 20–45 years per generation |
c. 914 BC – 689 BC |
Ishmael Article
STEPBible TIPNR
Ishmael is mentioned in two parallel genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin (1Ch.8.38, 9.44). He is listed as one of the sons of Azel, who was a descendant of King Saul. The genealogies trace Saul's lineage, demonstrating the continuation of his family line even after his death.
No other details are provided about Ishmael's life or role within the clan. His mention in these passages serves to establish his place in the Benjamite lineage, particularly in connection to King Saul. As a descendant of Saul, Ishmael would have been part of the royal family of Israel, although he lived several generations after Saul's reign.
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Ishmael_3) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Ishmael@1Ch.8.38-) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, ishmael_632)