Joel יוֹאֵל
A descendant of Reuben
Who is Joel in the Bible?
Joel was a descendant of Reuben, the firstborn son of Israel, and appears in the genealogical records of the tribe of Reuben listed in 1 Chronicles 5:4. He was the son of Shemaiah and the father of Gog, placing him in the direct lineage of the Reubenites who settled east of the Jordan River. While Joel himself is not described as a significant historical or religious figure in Scripture, his inclusion in the genealogy of Reuben serves an important purpose in documenting the tribal heritage and family lines of ancient Israel. His record helps establish the continuity of the Reubenite tribe and demonstrates the biblical emphasis on preserving accurate genealogical records for the twelve tribes of Israel.
Biography
Joel is mentioned in 1Ch.5.4 as a descendant of Reuben, the firstborn son of Israel (or 'Jacob'). He is listed in the genealogical record of the tribe of Reuben as the son of Shemaiah and the father of Gog. This genealogy traces the lineage of the Reubenites, who settled east of the Jordan River.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 5:4
"The descendants of Joel: Shemaiah his son, Gog his son, Shimei his son,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יוֹאֵל | Joel , the name of twelve Israelites |