Bimhal בִּמְהָל
Son of Japhlet from the tribe of Asher
Who is Bimhal in the Bible?
Bimhal was a son of Japhlet from the tribe of Asher, mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 7:33. As a descendant of Asher, one of the twelve sons of Israel, Bimhal was part of the established lineage of this northern tribe. No further details about his personal life, accomplishments, or role in Israelite history are provided in the biblical text. His inclusion in the genealogy underscores the importance the biblical writers placed on preserving family lineage and ancestral records, particularly within the tribal structure of Israel.
Biography
Bimhal is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Asher as a son of Japhlet (1 Ch. 7:33). Asher was one of the twelve sons of Israel (or 'Jacob') and the founder of the tribe that bore his name. No further details about Bimhal's life or role are provided in the biblical text. His inclusion in the genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage and the preservation of ancestral records among the Israelites, particularly within the tribe of Asher.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:33
"The sons of Japhlet: Pasach, Bimhal, and Ashvath. These were Japhlet’s sons."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בִּמְהָל |