Mibsam is a biblical figure mentioned in the genealogies of the Old Testament. His name, which may mean "sweet odor" or "fragrance," appears in two distinct lineages, both of which are significant in the context of Israel's history and the unfolding of God's covenant promises.

1. Mibsam, Son of Ishmael: Mibsam is listed as one of the twelve sons of Ishmael, the son of Abraham and Hagar. In Genesis 25:13, the Berean Standard Bible states: "These are the names of the sons of Ishmael, listed in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam." This genealogy is reiterated in 1 Chronicles 1:29, which confirms Mibsam's place among Ishmael's descendants. The Ishmaelites, as the progeny of Ishmael, played a significant role in the history of the Near East, often interacting with the Israelites. Mibsam, as part of this lineage, represents the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that Ishmael would become a great nation (Genesis 17:20).

2. Mibsam, Descendant of Simeon: Another Mibsam is mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Simeon. In 1 Chronicles 4:25, the BSB records: "Shallum was his son, Mibsam his son, and Mishma his son." This Mibsam is part of the lineage of Simeon, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The tribe of Simeon, though not as prominent as some of the other tribes, was integral to the composition of the nation of Israel. The mention of Mibsam in this genealogy underscores the detailed record-keeping and the importance of family lineage in the biblical narrative.

The dual mention of Mibsam in these genealogies highlights the interconnectedness of the various families and tribes within the biblical narrative. It also reflects the broader theme of God's providence and the unfolding of His plans through diverse lineages. While Mibsam himself is not a central figure in biblical events, his inclusion in these genealogies serves as a reminder of the comprehensive nature of God's covenantal promises, extending through both the line of Ishmael and the tribes of Israel.Mibsam

smelling sweet

Mibsam

(sweet odor).

1. A son of Ishmael. (Genesis 25:13; 1 Chronicles 1:29)
2. A son of Simeon. (1 Chronicles 4:25)

Fragrance.

(1.) One of Ishmael's twelve sons, and head of an Arab tribe (Genesis 25:13).

(2.) A son of Simeon (1 Chronicles 4:25).

MIBSAM

mib'-sam (mibhsam, "perfume"(?)):

(1) A son of Ishmael (Genesis 25:13 1 Chronicles 1:29).

(2) A Simeonite (1 Chronicles 4:25).

4017. Mibsam -- a son of Ishmael, also a Simeonite
... 4016, 4017. Mibsam. 4018 . a son of Ishmael, also a Simeonite. Transliteration:
Mibsam Phonetic Spelling: (mib-sawm') Short Definition: Mibsam. ...
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Chapter xxv
... are the names of the sons of Ishmael named according to their generations: the
first-born of Ishmael Nebaioth; and Kedar and Abdeel and Mibsam, and Mishma and ...
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Mibsam (3 Occurrences)
...MIBSAM. mib'-sam (mibhsam, "perfume"(?)) 1) A son of Ishmael (Genesis 25:13 1
Chronicles 1:29). ... Multi-Version Concordance Mibsam (3 Occurrences). ...
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Kedar (11 Occurrences)
... names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to the order of their birth:
the firstborn of Ishmael, Nebaioth, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, (WEB KJV ...
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Nebaioth (5 Occurrences)
... names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to the order of their birth:
the firstborn of Ishmael, Nebaioth, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, (WEB JPS ...
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Neba'ioth (4 Occurrences)
... names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: the
first-born of Ishmael, Nebaioth; and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam, (See RSV). ...
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Ish'mael (40 Occurrences)
... names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: the
first-born of Ishmael, Nebaioth; and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam, (See RSV). ...
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Adbeel (2 Occurrences)
... names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to the order of their birth:
the firstborn of Ishmael, Nebaioth, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, (WEB KJV ...
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Shallum (27 Occurrences)
... (2) A descendant of Simeon, the son of Shaul and the father of Mibsam (1 Chronicles
4:25). ... 1 Chronicles 4:25 Shallum his son, Mibsam his son, Mishma his son. ...
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Nebajoth (3 Occurrences)
... names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: the
firstborn of Ishmael, Nebajoth; and Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam, (KJV WBS ...
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Listed (48 Occurrences)
... names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to the order of their birth:
the firstborn of Ishmael, Nebaioth, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, (See NIV). ...
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Genealogies (17 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 1:29 These are their generations: the first-born of Ishmael,
Nebaioth; then Kedar, and Adbeel, and Mibsam, (See NAS RSV). ...
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