Jamlech יַמְלֵךְ

Male Tribe of Simeon H3230 1 book

Simeonite leader during Hezekiah's reign

Biography

Jamlech is mentioned briefly in 1Ch.4.34 as one of the leaders from the tribe of Simeon during the reign of King Hezekiah of Judah. He is listed along with other Simeonite leaders, including Meshobab, Jamlech, Joshah son of Amaziah, Joel, Jehu son of Joshibiah, and others. These leaders are described as having gone to the region of Gedor, east of the valley, in search of pasture for their flocks. This event likely took place during a time of peace and prosperity in Judah, as Hezekiah was known for his religious reforms and his trust in God (2 Chronicles 29-31).

In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 4:34

    "Meshobab, Jamlech, Joshah the son of Amaziah,"

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew יַמְלֵךְ H3230
Encyclopedia Article

Jamlech

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

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jam'-ni-a.

See JABNEEL.

jam'-nits (Iamnitai): The inhabitants (2 Macc 12:9) of Jamnia, the ancient Jabneel, a town on the northern bor