Ulam אוּלָם
Descendant of Benjamin, known for his numerous descendants
Biography
Ulam is mentioned in 1Ch.8.39-40 as a descendant of Benjamin. He was the firstborn son of Eleasah (or 'Eshek'), who was a descendant of Saul, the first king of Israel. Ulam is noted for his numerous descendants, which included 150 sons and grandsons. His descendants were known for their skill in archery, as they are described as "mighty men of valor, archers." The large number of Ulam's descendants and their military prowess suggest that he and his family played a significant role in the tribe of Benjamin during their time. The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 8 traces the lineage of Saul and highlights the prominence of certain individuals within the tribe of Benjamin.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 8:39
"The sons of Eshek his brother: Ulam his firstborn, Jeush the second, and Eliphelet the third."
- 1 Chronicles 8:40
"The sons of Ulam were mighty men of valor, archers, and had many sons, and sons’ sons, one hundred fifty. All these were of the sons of Benjamin."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אוּלָם | H0198H |