(descendant of Israel ). In ( 2 Samuel 17:25 ) Ithra, the father of Amasa, is called "an Israelite," while in ( 1 Chronicles 2:17 ) he appears as "Jether the Ishmaelite." The latter is undoubtedly the true reading.
Bibliography InformationSmith, William, Dr. "Entry for 'Israelite'". "Smith's Bible Dictionary". . 1901.