Hilkiah חִלְקִיָּהוּ
A Levite descendant of Merari.
Who is Hilkiah in the Bible?
Hilkiah was a Levite descended from Merari, one of the three sons of Levi, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 6:45. He appears in the genealogical records that trace the lineage of Israel's priestly and temple servant families. While little is known about Hilkiah's individual life or role, his inclusion in this genealogy reflects the importance the biblical writers placed on documenting the lineage of those set apart for religious service in Israel's tabernacle and temple worship.
Biography
Hilkiah is mentioned in 1Ch.6.45 as a descendant of Merari, one of the three sons of Levi. He is listed in the genealogy of the Levites, which traces the lineage of the priestly and temple servants.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 6:45
"the son of Hashabiah, the son of Amaziah, the son of Hilkiah,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Transliteration | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | חִלְקִיָּהוּ | ḥilĕqiyāh | Chilhijah , the name of eight Israelites |