Bible Dictionary
HUSHAM
Husham was a king of Edom and was associated with the land of the Temanites. He is listed among the descendants or rulers connected with Esau.
Definition
Husham was one of the kings of Edom. He is also described as being of the land of the Temanites and as descended from Esau.
Biblical Usage
Husham is named in the genealogical and royal lists of Genesis 36 and 1 Chronicles 1 in connection with Edom and the descendants of Esau.
Historical Background
The name is associated with the meaning “alert” in the supplied material.
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>hu'-sham (chusham, Ge 36:34; chusham, 1Ch 1:45-46, "alert"): According to the former reference, Husham was one of the kings of Edom, and according to the latter he was "of the land of the Temanites" and (1Ch 1:35 f) descended from Esau.</p>