Bible Dictionary
Shual
Shual was an Asherite, the son of Zophah. He is listed among the descendants of Asher.
Definition
Shual was an Asherite and the son of Zophah. He is listed among the descendants and family members of the tribe of Asher. The name is associated with “jackal.”
Biblical Usage
Shual appears in the genealogy of Asher in Chronicles.
Historical Background
The supplied material dates the genealogical reference to a period after 1445 B.C.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(a jackal), son of Zophah, an Asherite. (1 Chronicles 7:36) (B.C. after 1445.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>shoo'-al (shu`al): An Asherite (1Ch 7:36).</p>