Jediael יְדִיעֲאֵל
One of David's mighty men from the tribe of Manasseh
Biography
Jediael, the son of Shimri, is mentioned in 1Ch.11.45 as one of David's mighty men. The mighty men were a group of skilled warriors who fought alongside King David and played a crucial role in establishing and defending his kingdom. Jediael is specifically identified as being from the tribe of Manasseh, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Although no further details are provided about his specific achievements or exploits, his inclusion in the list of mighty men suggests that he was a valiant and capable warrior who demonstrated exceptional loyalty and bravery in service to King David.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 11:45
"Jediael the son of Shimri, and Joha his brother, the Tizite,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְדִיעֲאֵל | H3043H |
Jediael
">11). See Curtis, Chronicles, 145-49, who suggests emending the name to yachle'el, Jahleel, in agreement with Ge 46:24.
(2) One of David's mighty men (1Ch 11:45), probably = the Manassite who deserted to David at Ziklag (1Ch 12:20 (Hebrew 21)).
(3) A Korahite doorkeeper in David's reign (1Ch 26:2).
je-di'-da (yedhidhah, "beloved"): Mother of King Josiah of Judah, daughter of Adaiah of Bozkath (2Ki 22:1).
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