Meaning
A Jebusite was a member of an ancient people who inhabited Jebus, the area later associated with Jerusalem.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, the Jebusites are listed among the peoples inhabiting Canaan before and during Israel’s possession of the land.
They remained in Jerusalem after Israel entered Canaan. David later captured the strong hold of Zion from the Jebusites, and Jerusalem became associated with David’s reign.
Key References
- Genesis 10:16
- Exodus 3:8
- Joshua 3:10
- Joshua 15:63
- Joshua 18:28
- Judges 1:21
- Judges 3:5
- 2 Samuel 5:6-9
- 1 Kings 9:20-21
Related Terms
- Canaanite
- Hittite
- Hivite
- Jerusalem