Jeriel יְרִיאֵל
A son of Tola, from the tribe of Issachar.
Who is Jeriel in the Bible?
Jeriel was a son of Tola and a member of the tribe of Issachar, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 7:2. He served as a head of his father's house and was recognized as a valiant warrior among his people. The biblical genealogy lists Jeriel among the leaders of Issachar, highlighting the military strength and organizational structure of this Israelite tribe during the period of the judges or early monarchy. His inclusion in the genealogical record underscores the importance of family lineage and leadership roles within Israel's tribal system.
Biography
Jeriel is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Issachar in 1 Chronicles. He is listed as one of the sons of Tola, who was a son of Issachar. Jeriel and his brothers are described as heads of their fathers' houses and valiant warriors. This suggests that Jeriel held a leadership position within his family and was known for his military prowess. The genealogy of Issachar highlights the importance of family lineage and the roles of various individuals within the tribe.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Uzzi Tribe of LeviHigh PriestHigh priest in the line of EleazarView full profile →
- Rephaiah Tribe of JudahSon of HananiahA descendant of King DavidView full profile →
- Jahmai Tribe of IssacharIssachar leaderSon of Tola, an IssachariteView full profile →
- Ibsam Tribe of IssacharSon of TolaA descendant of Issachar.View full profile →
- Shemuel Tribe of IssacharIssachar leaderSon of Tola, a leader of IssacharView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:2
"The sons of Tola: Uzzi, Rephaiah, Jeriel, Jahmai, Ibsam, and Shemuel, the heads of their families. In the days of David, 22,600 descendants of Tola were numbered in their genealogies as mighty men of valor."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְרִיאֵל |