Ammishaddai עַמִּישַׁדָּ֑י
Father of Ahiezer, leader of Dan
Who is Ammishaddai in the Bible?
Ammishaddai was the father of Ahiezer, who served as the leader of the tribe of Dan during Israel's wilderness journey. His son Ahiezer is mentioned prominently in the Book of Numbers, where he participated in the census of the Israelites (Numbers 1:12), led the Danites in their encampment and travels (Numbers 2:25, 10:25), and presented the tribe's offering at the dedication of the tabernacle (Numbers 7:66, 71). While Ammishaddai himself appears only in his role as Ahiezer's father, his lineage connects him to an important leadership position within one of Israel's twelve tribes during a formative period in their history.
Biography
Ammishaddai was the father of Ahiezer, a prominent leader from the tribe of Dan during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. Ahiezer, the son of Ammishaddai, was appointed as the leader of the Danites and was responsible for overseeing the census of his tribe. He also led the tribe of Dan when the Israelites were encamped and during their journey. Additionally, Ahiezer presented the offering of the tribe of Dan at the dedication of the tabernacle.
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In Scripture
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- Numbers 1:12
"from Dan, Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai;"
- Numbers 2:25
"On the north side, the divisions of Dan are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Danites is Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai,"
- Numbers 7:66
"On the tenth day Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai, the leader of the Danites, drew near."
- Numbers 7:71
"and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai."
- Numbers 10:25
"Finally, the divisions of the camp of Dan set out under their standard, serving as the rear guard for all units, with Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai in command."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עַמִּישַׁדָּ֑י |