Overview
Eleasah appears in Matthew's genealogical record as a son of Azmaveth and father of Sisamai, representing a generation in David's royal line during the post-exilic period. Though little is recorded about his personal life or accomplishments, his inclusion in Christ's genealogy demonstrates God's faithfulness in preserving David's lineage through exile and restoration.
Key Scriptures
"Azmaveth fathered Obed, and Obed fathered Jehu. Jehu fathered Azariah. Azariah fathered Helez, and Helez fathered Eleasah" (1 Chronicles 2:38-39, ESV).
"And after the deportation to Babylon: Jechoniah was the father of Shealtiel, and Shealtiel of Zerubbabel" (Matthew 1:12, ESV), establishing the line's continuation through exile.
Application
Eleasah's quiet place in Scripture reminds us that God accomplishes His redemptive purposes through ordinary lives and generations, whether they are remembered by history or not.