People of the Bible

Gershom (Ezra 8:2)

The name Gershom means “a stranger here.” Gershom is mentioned in 1 verse of the Bible, first in Ezra 8:2.

Who was Gershom?

A descendant of Phinehas who returned with Ezra from Babylon (Ezra 8:2).

Biography adapted from Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain, linked via Theographic Bible Metadata.

Key verses about Gershom

  • Ezra 8:2

    Of the sons of Phinehas; Gershom: of the sons of Ithamar; Daniel: of the sons of David; Hattush.

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