Jerimoth יְרֵמוֹת, יְרִימוֹת
Son of Azriel, a leader from the tribe of Naphtali.
Who is Jerimoth in the Bible?
Jerimoth was the son of Azriel and served as a leader of the tribe of Naphtali during King David's reign, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 27:19. He is listed among the tribal leaders who were appointed to oversee their respective tribes and assist in administering the kingdom. His inclusion in the biblical record underscores the organized structure of ancient Israel's government and the critical role these tribal leaders played in supporting the monarchy while maintaining order and governance within their communities.
Biography
Jerimoth, the son of Azriel, is mentioned in 1 Chronicles as a leader from the tribe of Naphtali during the reign of King David. He is listed among the tribal leaders who were responsible for overseeing their respective tribes and assisting in the administration of the kingdom. The mention of Jerimoth in this context highlights the importance of tribal organization and leadership in ancient Israel, as well as the role of these leaders in supporting the king and maintaining order within their tribes.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 27:19
"over Zebulun was Ishmaiah son of Obadiah; over Naphtali was Jerimoth son of Azriel;"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְרֵמוֹת, יְרִימוֹת |