Jediael יְדִיעֲאֵל
Manassite who joined David at Ziklag
Who is Jediael in the Bible?
Jediael was a Manassite warrior who joined David at Ziklag, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 12:20. He was among the brave soldiers from the tribe of Manasseh who defected to support David while the future king was fleeing from King Saul's persecution. These Manassites, described as commanders of thousands, provided crucial military reinforcement to David during this vulnerable period of his life. Though the biblical text offers no further details about Jediael's specific accomplishments, his decision to align with David demonstrates the growing recognition among Israel's tribes that David was the Lord's chosen king, even before his official coronation.
Biography
Jediael is mentioned in 1Ch.12.20 as one of the Manassites who joined David at Ziklag when he was seeking refuge from King Saul. During this time, David was gathering support from various tribes as he was being pursued by Saul, who sought to kill him. The Manassites, including Jediael, are described as defecting to David and offering their support. They are characterized as brave warriors, commanders of thousands in Manasseh, who provided valuable military assistance to David. The text does not provide any further details about Jediael's specific role or actions during this period. However, his presence among the Manassites who allied with David suggests that he was a loyal and capable warrior who recognized David as the rightful king of Israel.
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 12:20
"When David went to Ziklag, these men of Manasseh defected to him: Adnah, Jozabad, Jediael, Michael, Jozabad, Elihu, and Zillethai, chiefs of thousands in Manasseh."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְדִיעֲאֵל |