Ammiel עַמִּיאֵל
Spy from the tribe of Dan
Who is Ammiel in the Bible?
Ammiel, son of Gemalli, was the representative from the tribe of Dan among the twelve spies sent by Moses to scout the land of Canaan (Numbers 13:12). He was one of twelve tribal leaders chosen to explore the promised land, spending forty days investigating the territory and its inhabitants before returning to report to Moses, Aaron, and the Israelite congregation. His role in this pivotal moment reflects the significance of the spying mission, which ultimately tested Israel's faith and obedience, as the negative report from ten spies, including Ammiel's account, led to the nation's forty-year wandering in the wilderness.
Biography
Ammiel, the son of Gemalli, was a member of the tribe of Dan during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. When Moses sent twelve spies to explore the land of Canaan, one from each tribe, Ammiel was chosen to represent the tribe of Dan. He was among the group that spent forty days scouting the land and brought back a report to Moses, Aaron, and the entire congregation of Israel.
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In Scripture
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- Numbers 13:12
"from the tribe of Dan, Ammiel son of Gemalli;"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עַמִּיאֵל |