Jeiel יְעִיאֵל
Grandfather of Jahaziel, a Levite during Jehoshaphat's reign.
Who is Jeiel in the Bible?
Jeiel was a Levite mentioned in 2 Chronicles 20:14 as the grandfather of Jahaziel, who lived during the reign of King Jehoshaphat of Judah. While Jeiel himself does not appear as a major figure in the biblical narrative, he is significant as part of the lineage of Jahaziel, a Levite upon whom the Spirit of the Lord came during a critical moment in Judah's history. When Jehoshaphat and his army faced a formidable enemy alliance, Jahaziel prophesied words of encouragement and assurance of divine deliverance to the king and his people. Through his descendant's prophetic role, Jeiel represents the faithful Levitical families whose spiritual heritage was instrumental in guiding God's people through times of crisis and uncertainty.
Biography
Jeiel is mentioned in 2 Chronicles as the grandfather of Jahaziel, a Levite who lived during the reign of King Jehoshaphat of Judah. When Jehoshaphat and his army faced a formidable enemy alliance, the Spirit of the Lord came upon Jahazielin the midst of the assembly. Jahaziel prophesied victory and encouragement to the king and his people, assuring them of God's presence and deliverance in the upcoming battle.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Chronicles 1 verse
- 2 Chronicles 20:14
"Then the Spirit of the LORD came upon Jahaziel son of Zechariah, the son of Benaiah, the son of Jeiel, the son of Mattaniah, a Levite from Asaph’s descendants, as he stood in the midst of the assembly."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְעִיאֵל |