Jahzeel יַחְצְאֵל
Son of Naphtali, grandson of Jacob, and a clan leader.
Biography
Jahzeel, also known as Jahziel, was one of the sons of Naphtali and a grandson of Israel (or 'Jacob') (Gen. 46:24; 1Ch. 7:13). He is mentioned in the genealogy of Jacob's descendants who went to Egypt during the time of Joseph. In the census taken in the wilderness, Jahzeel is listed as one of the clans of Naphtali (Num. 26:48). The Jahzeelites, his descendants, are counted among the clans of Naphtali.
Apart from these mentions in the genealogies and census, no other details about Jahzeel's life or specific role are provided in the Bible. His inclusion in these lists highlights his place in the lineage of Naphtali and his status as a clan leader within the tribe. The variation in the spelling of his name (Jahzeel or Jahziel) occurs in different passages, but both refer to the same individual.
Family
Siblings
- Guni Tribe of NaphtaliSon of NaphtaliSon of Naphtali, grandson of Jacob.View full profile →
- Jezer Tribe of NaphtaliSon of NaphtaliSon of Naphtali, founder of the Jezerite clanView full profile →
- Shillem Tribe of NaphtaliSon of NaphtaliSon of Naphtali, ancestor of the ShillemitesView full profile →
In Scripture
3 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 1 verse Study available
- Genesis 46:24
"The sons of Naphtali: Jahzeel, Guni, Jezer, and Shillem."
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Numbers 1 verse
- Numbers 26:48
"The sons of Naphtali after their families: of Jahzeel, the family of the Jahzeelites; of Guni, the family of the Gunites;"
1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:13
"The sons of Naphtali: Jahziel, Guni, Jezer, Shallum, and the sons of Bilhah."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יַחְצְאֵל | H3183 |
| Group | Hebrew | יַחְצְאֵלִי | H3184 |
| Named | Hebrew | יַחְצִיאֵל | H3185 |