Who or what is Gishpa in the Bible?

Ancient Context: Gishpa

⚡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)

Gishpa is listed in Ezra 2:43 and Nehemiah 7:46 as a descendant of the Nethinim, with textual critics suggesting the name may be a scribal corruption of Hasupha.

What is the meaning of Gishpa in the Bible?

Gishpa is listed in Ezra 2:43 and Nehemiah 7:46 as a descendant of the Nethinim, with textual critics suggesting the name may be a scribal corruption of Hasupha.

SIGNIFICANCE

Recognizing Gishpa as a potential textual variant of Hasupha aids in reconciling discrepancies between parallel biblical genealogies and clarifies the composition of post-exilic temple personnel.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Gishpa reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.

Bible Study Reflection Prompts:

Why did the biblical author mention Gishpa in this passage?
What cultural or historical assumption does Gishpa clarify?

Scripture Passages Mentioned: Ezra 2:43Nehemiah 7:46

Source Attribution & Provenance

Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been editorially modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and formatted for fast contextual reference.

How to Cite This Entry

          "Gishpa." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/gishpa/
        

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