Jeremiah יִרְמְיָ֫הוּ
A leader of the half-tribe of Manasseh.
Who is Jeremiah in the Bible?
Jeremiah was a leader of the half-tribe of Manasseh during the time of the Chronicles, mentioned briefly in 1 Chronicles 5:24 alongside other tribal leaders such as Hodaviah and Jahdiel. He is described as a valiant warrior who played a role in the military and political leadership of his tribe during the period of Israel's history covered by the Chronicles. While the biblical account provides no detailed narrative of his specific accomplishments or life events, his inclusion among the tribal leaders underscores the military strength and organized leadership structure of Manasseh during this era. His significance lies mainly in representing the established leadership hierarchy of the Israelite tribes rather than in any particular individual achievement recorded in Scripture.
Biography
Jeremiah is briefly mentioned in 1 Chronicles as one of the leaders of the half-tribe of Manasseh. He is described as a valiant warrior and is listed alongside other leaders such as Hodaviah and Jahdiel. These leaders are mentioned in the context of the genealogies and the military prowess of the tribes of Israel. However, no specific details are provided about Jeremiah's life or his role in the events of the time.
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 5:24
"These were the heads of their families: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were mighty men of valor, famous men, and heads of their families."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יִרְמְיָ֫הוּ |