Jakim יָקִים
Benjamite, son of Shimei
Who is Jakim in the Bible?
Jakim was a Benjamite mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 8:19 as the son of Shimei. He appears in a list of Shimei's sons, which also included Zichri, Zabdi, Elienai, Zillethai, and Eliel, though no additional details about his individual life or accomplishments are recorded. His inclusion in this genealogy connects him to the broader lineage of the tribe of Benjamin, particularly to the family line associated with Saul, Israel's first king. While Jakim himself remains a minor figure with little narrative significance, his listing reflects the biblical practice of preserving tribal and family records to establish continuity and inheritance rights within Israel's twelve tribes.
Biography
Jakim is briefly mentioned in 1Ch.8.19 as part of a genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin. He is listed as one of the sons of Shimei, along with his brothers Zichri, Zabdi, Elienai, Zillethai, and Eliel. No further information is provided about Jakim's life or role within the tribe of Benjamin. The genealogy in this chapter traces the descendants of Benjamin, focusing on the family of Saul, Israel's first king.
Family
Siblings
- Zichri Tribe of LeviSon of JoramLevite, descendant of Moses, treasurerView full profile →
- Zabdi MaleOverseer of King David's wine cellarsView full profile →
- Elienai Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShimeiA Benjamite descendant of Shimei.View full profile →
- Zillethai MaleDavid's warriorManassite leader who joined David at ZiklagView full profile →
- Eliel Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShimeiDescendant of Shimei from the tribe of BenjaminView full profile →
- Adaiah Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShimeiA descendant of BenjaminView full profile →
- Beraiah Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShimeiBenjamite descendant of ShimeiView full profile →
- Shimrath Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShimeiBenjamite descendant of Shimei, son of Elpaal.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 8:19
"Jakim, Zichri, Zabdi,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יָקִים |