Eliakim Ἐλιακείμ
Ancestor of Jesus in Luke's genealogy
Who is Eliakim in the Bible?
Eliakim was an ancestor of Jesus listed in Luke's genealogy, appearing as the son of Melea and father of Jonam (Luke 3:30). He is part of the lineage that Matthew's Gospel traces through Mary back to Adam, establishing Jesus' connection to all humanity. This genealogy is significant because it demonstrates Jesus' full participation in the human family line and his role as the fulfillment of God's promises to humanity from the beginning of creation.
Biography
Eliakim is mentioned in Luk.3.30 in the genealogy of Jesus Christ. He was the son of Melea and the father of Jonam. Eliakim is listed in the genealogy that traces Jesus' lineage through his mother, Mary, all the way back to Adam. This genealogy emphasizes Jesus' descent from Adam, the first man, and his relationship to all humanity.
Family
In Scripture
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- Luke 3:30
"the son of Simeon, the son of Judah, the son of Joseph, the son of Jonam, the son of Eliakim,"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Greek | Ἐλιακείμ |