Bible Dictionary
Ishmerai
Ishmerai was a Benjamite descendant of Elpaal and one of the heads of a family in Jerusalem.
Definition
Ishmerai was a descendant of Benjamin, son of Elpaal, and a chief man among the heads of the families living in Jerusalem.
Biblical Usage
Ishmerai appears in the genealogical and family records of Benjamin.
Historical Background
The name is associated with guarding or protection. Ishmerai belonged to the family of Elpaal and resided in Jerusalem.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom Jehovah keeps), a Benjamite, one of the family of Elpaal. (1 Chronicles 8:18) (B.C. before 538.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ish'-me-ri (yishmeray, from shamar, meaning "to hedge about," i.e. "to guard," and therefore a "guard," "protector"): A descendant of Benjamin, son of Epaal, resident of Jerusalem, one of the "heads of fathers' houses throughout their generations, chief men" (1Ch 8:18).</p>