Eliel אֱלִיאֵל
Leader from the half-tribe of Manasseh during David's reign
Biography
Eliel is mentioned in 1Ch.5.24 as one of the leaders from the half-tribe of Manasseh during the reign of King David. He is described as a mighty man of valor and a leader of his father's house. The half-tribe of Manasseh settled in the region of Gilead, east of the Jordan River. Eliel, along with the other leaders mentioned, played a significant role in the military and political affairs of their tribe. The text highlights their bravery and leadership qualities, which contributed to the strength and success of the tribe during David's reign.
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 5:24
"These were the heads of their fathers’ houses: even Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valor, famous men, heads of their fathers’ houses."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֱלִיאֵל | H0447G |