Jeiel יְעִיאֵל
A Levite who contributed to Josiah's Passover celebration.
Who is Jeiel in the Bible?
Jeiel was a Levite who lived during the reign of King Josiah of Judah and is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 35:9 as a contributor to the Passover celebration. Along with other Levitical leaders, Jeiel generously provided sheep, lambs, and goats for the Passover offerings. His donation exemplified the Levites' support for Josiah's religious reforms and their dedication to maintaining proper worship practices in ancient Judah. Though not a prominent figure in biblical narrative, Jeiel's contribution demonstrates the important role that priestly leaders played in supporting the king's efforts to restore faithful observance of Israel's sacred festivals.
Biography
Jeiel is mentioned in 2 Chronicles as one of the Levites who contributed to the Passover celebration during the reign of King Josiah of Judah. Along with other Levitical leaders, Jeiel generously provided sheep, lambs, and goats for the Passover offerings. This act of generosity demonstrated the Levites' support for Josiah's religious reforms and their commitment to the proper observance of the Passover festival.
In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Chronicles 1 verse
- 2 Chronicles 35:9
"Additionally, Conaniah and his brothers Shemaiah and Nethanel, as well as Hashabiah, Jeiel, and Jozabad, officers of the Levites, contributed to the Levites 5,000 Passover offerings and 500 bulls."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְעִיאֵל |