Bible Dictionary
Joshaviah
Joshaviah was the son of Elnaam and one of the brave men who served David. His name is recorded in the list of David’s warriors in Chronicles.
Definition
Joshaviah was the son of Elnaam and one of the brave men who served David. His name is an allied form of Joshah and means that Jehovah makes dwell.
Biblical Usage
Joshaviah is listed among David’s warriors in Chronicles.
Historical Background
He is omitted from the less complete corresponding list in 2 Samuel.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom Jehovah makes dwell), the son of Elnaam, and one of David’s guard. (1 Chronicles 11:46) (B.C. 1046.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>josh-a-vi'-a (yoshawyah, allied form to JOSHAH (which see)): Son of Elnaam, one of the band of braves who served David (1Ch 11:46), omitted from the list of 2Sa 23, which is less complete and differs in detail.</p>