Genesis 46:23
The son of Dan: Hushim.
The sons of Dan
This phrase refers to the descendants of Dan, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, who is also known as Israel. Dan was the fifth son of Jacob and the first son of Bilhah, Rachel's maidservant. In the context of the tribes of Israel, Dan holds a significant place as one of the twelve tribes. The tribe of Dan was known for its later migration and settlement in the northern part of Israel, as described in the Book of Judges. The mention of Dan here underscores the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob that their descendants would become a great nation. The tribe of Dan, although not as prominent as some others, played a crucial role in the history of Israel, contributing to the diversity and richness of the nation.

Hushim
This name is significant as it represents the descendants of Dan. In Hebrew, "Hushim" (חוּשִׁים) can be translated to mean "hasters" or "those who make haste." The singular mention of Hushim as the son of Dan in this verse is intriguing, as it contrasts with the more extensive lists of descendants for other tribes. This could suggest a smaller family line or a focus on a particular individual within the tribe. Historically, the tribe of Dan is known for its adventurous spirit, as seen in their migration to the north and their role in various biblical narratives. The name "Hushim" may reflect the dynamic and sometimes tumultuous nature of the tribe's history. In a broader spiritual sense, the mention of Hushim reminds us of the unique contributions each tribe and individual makes to the tapestry of God's people, emphasizing that every person and family has a role in the unfolding of God's plan.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Dan
Dan is one of the twelve sons of Jacob, also known as Israel. He is the fifth son, born to Jacob by Bilhah, Rachel's maidservant. Dan is the progenitor of the tribe of Dan, one of the twelve tribes of Israel.

2. Hushim
Hushim is the son of Dan. In this passage, he is mentioned as the sole descendant of Dan who went to Egypt with Jacob's family. The name "Hushim" can also be found in other genealogical records, sometimes with variations in spelling.

3. Jacob's Journey to Egypt
This event marks the migration of Jacob and his family to Egypt during a time of famine. It is a significant moment in the history of Israel, as it sets the stage for the Israelites' eventual enslavement and subsequent exodus.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Family Lineage
The mention of Hushim, though brief, underscores the importance of family lineage in the biblical account. It reminds us of the value of our heritage and the role it plays in God's plan.

God's Sovereignty in Family Dynamics
The inclusion of each family member in the journey to Egypt shows God's sovereign hand in orchestrating events. We can trust that God is at work in our family situations, even when they seem insignificant.

Faithfulness in Small Details
The brief mention of Hushim encourages us to be faithful in the small details of our lives. God sees and values every part of our account, even those that seem minor.
Bible Study Questions
1. What significance does the tribe of Dan hold in the broader account of Israel's history, and how does this influence our understanding of God's promises to the tribes of Israel?

2. How does the journey of Jacob's family to Egypt reflect God's provision and faithfulness, and how can we apply this understanding to our own life circumstances?

3. In what ways does the mention of individual family members, like Hushim, encourage us to value our own family heritage and history?

4. How can we see God's sovereignty at work in the seemingly minor details of our lives, and what practical steps can we take to trust Him more fully in these areas?

5. How does the account of Dan and his descendants challenge us to consider our own legacy and the impact we have on future generations?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Genesis 30:6
This verse provides the background of Dan's birth, where Rachel names him, expressing that God has judged her favorably. This connection highlights the origins of the tribe of Dan.

Numbers 26:42
This passage lists the descendants of Dan, including the family of the Shuhamites, which is another name for Hushim. It shows the continuity and growth of Dan's lineage.

Judges 18
The tribe of Dan is involved in seeking a territory to settle in, which reflects their later history and challenges as a tribe in Israel.
The Beginning of the NationR.A. Redford Genesis 46:8-27
The Catalogue of the Children of IsraelT. H. Leale.Genesis 46:8-27
People
Aram, Ard, Areli, Arodi, Asenath, Ashbel, Asher, Becher, Bela, Belah, Benjamin, Beriah, Bilhah, Canaanitish, Carmi, Dan, Dinah, Egyptians, Ehi, Elon, Enoch, Er, Eri, Ezbon, Gad, Gera, Gershon, Guni, Haggai, Haggi, Hamul, Hanoch, Heber, Hezron, Huppim, Hushim, Imnah, Isaac, Ishuah, Issachar, Isui, Jachin, Jacob, Jahleel, Jahzeel, Jahziel, Jamin, Jashub, Jemuel, Jezer, Jimnah, Job, Joseph, Kohath, Laban, Leah, Levi, Malchiel, Manasseh, Merari, Muppim, Naaman, Naphtali, Ohad, Onan, Pallu, Perez, Phallu, Pharaoh, Pharez, Phuvah, Potipherah, Puah, Rachel, Reuben, Rosh, Sarah, Saul, Serah, Sered, Shaul, Shelah, Shillem, Shimron, Shuni, Simeon, Tola, Zarah, Zebulun, Zephon, Zerah, Zilpah, Ziphion, Zohar
Places
Beersheba, Canaan, Egypt, Goshen, On, Paddan-aram
Topics
Dan, Hushim, Sons
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Genesis 46:8-27

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Library
Estimate of the Scope and Value of Jerome's Writings.
General. The writings of Jerome must be estimated not merely by their intrinsic merits, but by his historical position and influence. It has already been pointed out that he stands at the close of the old Græco-Roman civilisation: the last Roman poet of any repute, Claudian, and the last Roman historian, Ammianus Marcellinus, died before him. Augustin survived him, but the other great Fathers, both in the East and in the West, had passed away before him. The sack of Rome by Alaric (410) and
St. Jerome—The Principal Works of St. Jerome

Four Shaping Centuries
'Now these are the names of the children of Israel, which came into Egypt: every man and his household came with Jacob. 2. Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah, 3. Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin, 4. Dan and Naphtali, Gad and Asher. 5. And all the souls that came out of the loins of Jacob were seventy souls: for Joseph was in Egypt already. 6. And Joseph died, and all his brethren, and all that generation. 7, And the children of Israel were fruitful, and increased abundantly, and multiplied, and waxed
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The Faith of Moses.
"By faith Moses, when he was born, was hid three months by his parents, because they saw he was a goodly child; and they were not afraid of the king's commandment. By faith Moses, when he was grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter; choosing rather to be evil entreated with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; accounting the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt: for he looked unto the recompense of reward. By faith he forsook
Thomas Charles Edwards—The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Hebrews

The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus
THE ISRAELITES IN THE LAND OF CANAAN: THE JUDGES--THE PHILISTINES AND THE HEBREW KINGDOM--SAUL, DAVID, SOLOMON, THE DEFECTION OF THE TEN TRIBES--THE XXIst EGYPTIAN DYNASTY--SHESHONQ OR SHISHAK DAMASCUS. The Hebrews in the desert: their families, clans, and tribes--The Amorites and the Hebrews on the left bank of the Jordan--The conquest of Canaan and the native reaction against the Hebrews--The judges, Ehud, Deborah, Jerubbaal or Gideon and the Manassite supremacy; Abimelech, Jephihdh. The Philistines,
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 6

But in Order that we Fall not Away from Continence...
10. But in order that we fall not away from Continence, we ought to watch specially against those snares of the suggestions of the devil, that we presume not of our own strength. For, "Cursed is every one that setteth his hope in man." [1838] And who is he, but man? We cannot therefore truly say that he setteth not his hope in man, who setteth it in himself. For this also, to "live after man," what is it but to "live after the flesh?" Whoso therefore is tempted by such a suggestion, let him hear,
St. Augustine—On Continence

Genesis
The Old Testament opens very impressively. In measured and dignified language it introduces the story of Israel's origin and settlement upon the land of Canaan (Gen.--Josh.) by the story of creation, i.-ii. 4a, and thus suggests, at the very beginning, the far-reaching purpose and the world-wide significance of the people and religion of Israel. The narrative has not travelled far till it becomes apparent that its dominant interests are to be religious and moral; for, after a pictorial sketch of
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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