Overview
Mishma was one of the twelve sons of Ishmael, Abraham's son through Hagar (Genesis 25:14). He is listed among Ishmael's descendants who became tribal leaders. His name appears in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles, establishing his place in the lineage of Abraham's family.
Key Scriptures
"And these were the sons of Ishmael, and these were their names, by their villages and by their encampments; twelve princes according to their tribes" (Genesis 25:16, ESV). "Mishma, Dumah, Massa" (Genesis 25:14, ESV). "Mishma, Dumah, Massa, Hadad, Tema, Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah" (1 Chronicles 1:30, ESV).
Application
Though Mishma's life is mentioned briefly in Scripture, he reminds us that God's plans extend through many generations and that even those with limited biblical record are part of God's sovereign historical narrative.