Joel יוֹאֵל
A Gershomite Levite during the reign of David
Who is Joel in the Bible?
Joel was a Levite of the Gershomite clan who served during the reign of King David. According to 1 Chronicles 15:7 and 15:11, he was appointed by David to help transport the ark of the covenant to Jerusalem. When David gathered the Levites to bring the ark to the city, he commanded them to consecrate themselves and carry it according to proper religious procedures. Joel's role in this significant task underscores the vital function the Levites played in Israel's worship and demonstrates the importance placed on properly honoring God's sacred artifacts.
Biography
Joel is mentioned in 1Ch.15.7 and 1Ch.15.11 as a Levite of the Gershomite clan during the reign of King David. When David decided to bring the ark of the covenant to Jerusalem, he gathered the Levites and instructed them to consecrate themselves and carry the ark according to the proper procedures. Joel, along with his fellow Gershomites, was appointed to this sacred task. The Gershomites were one of the three main divisions of the Levites, responsible for assisting in the transportation and care of the tabernacle and its furnishings. Joel's inclusion in this narrative highlights the importance of the Levites' role in maintaining the proper worship of God and the significance of the ark's journey to Jerusalem.
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 15:7
"from the Gershomites, Joel the chief and 130 of his relatives;"
- 1 Chronicles 15:11
"David summoned the priests Zadok and Abiathar and the Levites Uriel, Asaiah, Joel, Shemaiah, Eliel, and Amminadab."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יוֹאֵל | Joel , the name of twelve Israelites |