יוֹעָשׁ (yo.ash)
yo.ash
Joash
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Yoash means "Yahweh has hastened" or "Jehovah aids." It appears only twice in the Hebrew Bible, both times in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles. The first instance identifies him as a Benjamite, the son of Becher (1 Chronicles 7:8). He is listed among brothers such as Zemirah and Eliezer, anchoring his identity within a specific family line rather than through individual deeds.
The second mention describes a different Joash, an officer in King David’s court who managed the barley and straw supplies (1 Chronicles 27:28). While the sources distinguish these two figures by their contexts—one genealogical and one administrative—they share the same name. This repetition suggests the name was common enough within the tribe of Benjamin to be reused for different roles, yet distinct enough to be recorded in the royal chronicles.
The brevity of its biblical usage highlights how names in Chronicles often serve to preserve lineage and social structure rather than narrative drama. By linking a supply officer to the tribal records, the text underscores the importance of organized service within the kingdom. The name itself, pointing to divine speed or aid, remains a quiet theological marker amidst the dry lists of officials and descendants.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Joash carries a quiet promise: "Yahweh has hastened" or "Jehovah aids." In the biblical record, this name appears in two very different settings within 1 Chronicles. One man is listed in a family tree as a son of Becher, anchoring him in the tribe of Benjamin. Another holds an administrative post, managing supplies for King David’s court. Neither passage focuses on dramatic deeds; instead, they highlight ordinary faithfulness within God’s ordered community.
For your life today, this reminds us that God’s aid often comes through steady, reliable service rather than spectacular events. Whether you are part of a family lineage or managing practical details in your daily work, your role matters to Him. The text preserves these names not for fame, but to show that every person has a place in His plan. You can trust that He sees and supports those who serve faithfully in their assigned roles.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ Joash1×
- Joash1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- יוֹעָֽשׁ\׃\ \ס1×
- וְ/יוֹעָ֡שׁ1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 7:8
The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher.
This verse places Joash within the tribal structure of Benjamin, showing how God preserves individual identity within a larger family line.
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I Chronicles 27:28
Over the olive trees and the sycamore trees that were in the lowland was Baal Hanan the Gederite. Over the cellars of oil was Joash.
Here Joash manages essential supplies for the king, demonstrating that administrative duties are valued as part of organized service in God's kingdom.