Jesse—father of David [c. 1100 B.C.] See also BD Jesse there shall come forth rod out of stem of Jesse, 2 Ne. 21:1 (Isa. 11:1). there shall be root of Jesse, which shall stand for ensign, 2 Ne. 21:10 (Isa. 11:10). stem of Jesse, D&C 113:1–6.