Jamlech יַמְלֵךְ
Simeonite leader during Hezekiah's reign
Who is Jamlech in the Bible?
Jamlech was a leader of the tribe of Simeon during the reign of King Hezekiah of Judah, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:34. He is listed among several Simeonite leaders, including Meshobab, Joshah son of Amaziah, Joel, and Jehu son of Joshibiah, who traveled to the region of Gedor east of the valley to find pasture for their flocks. This expedition likely occurred during a period of peace and prosperity under Hezekiah's rule, when the king was known for his religious reforms and faith in God. Though Jamlech appears only briefly in Scripture, he represents the leadership structure of the Simeonite tribe during one of Judah's more stable periods in the Old Testament.
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 book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 4:34
"Meshobab, Jamlech, Joshah son of Amaziah,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יַמְלֵךְ |