Bible Dictionary
Isui
Isui was another form of Ishui or Ishvi, a son of Asher and ancestor of a family bearing his name.
Definition
Isui is another form of Ishui or Ishvi. He was the third son of Asher and the founder of a family called by his name.
Biblical Usage
Isui is included among Asher’s descendants. His family is represented in the census record, where the Authorized Version uses the name “Jesuites.”
Historical Background
He belongs to the generation associated with Jacob’s descent into Egypt, dated about 1706 B.C.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(quiet), third son of Asher, (Genesis 46:17) founder of a family called after him, though in the Authorized Version appearing as THE Jesuites. (Numbers 26:44) (B.C. 1706.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>is'-u-i.</p><p>See ISHVI.</p>