Ithiel אִיתִיאֵל
Mentioned in Agur's sayings; meaning uncertain.
Biography
Ithiel is mentioned twice in Pro.30.1, which introduces the sayings of Agur son of Jakeh. The verse reads, "The sayings of Agur son of Jakeh—an inspired utterance. This man's utterance to Ithiel: 'I am weary, God, but I can prevail.'"
The exact meaning and context of Ithiel in this passage are unclear. Some scholars suggest that Ithiel might be a student or disciple of Agur, to whom he is imparting his wisdom. Others propose that Ithiel could be another name for God, as the name means "God is with me."
Given the uncertainty surrounding the identity of Ithiel and the cryptic nature of the passage, it is difficult to draw firm conclusions about this individual. The mention of Ithiel in this context highlights the challenges of interpreting some of the more enigmatic passages in the Bible and the importance of studying them carefully in light of the overall biblical message.
In Scripture
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- Proverbs 30:1
"The words of Agur the son of Jakeh; the revelation: the man says to Ithiel, to Ithiel and Ucal:"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אִיתִיאֵל | H0384H |
| (same form as previous) | Hebrew | אִיתִיאֵל | H0384H |