Michaelמִיכָאֵל
A Benjamite, son of Beriah.
Who is Michael in the Bible?
Michael was a Benjamite mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin in 1 Chronicles 8:16, identified as one of the sons of Beriah. He is listed alongside his brothers Zebadiah, Arad, Ader, Ishmerai, Izliah, and Jobab in the detailed family records of Benjamin's descendants. No other details about his life, role, or accomplishments are provided in Scripture. His inclusion in this genealogy served to preserve the tribal lineage and family structure of one of Israel's twelve tribes.
Biography
Michael is briefly mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin in the book of 1 Chronicles (1Ch.8.16). He is listed as one of the sons of Beriah, along with his brothers: Zebadiah, Arad, Ader, Ishmerai, Izliah, and Jobab. The genealogy traces the descendants of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and provides insight into the family structure and notable individuals within the tribe. No additional information about Michael's life, occupation, or role within the Benjamite community is provided in the biblical text. His inclusion in the genealogy serves to maintain a record of Benjamin's lineage.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- AradTribe of BenjaminSon of BeriahA Benjamite, son of Beriah.View full profile →
- AhioTribe of BenjaminSon of BeriahSon of Beriah, a BenjamiteView full profile →
- ShashakTribe of BenjaminSon of BeriahBenjamite leader and descendant of ElpaalView full profile →
- JeremothTribe of BenjaminSon of BecherSon of Becher, a Benjamite.View full profile →
- ZebadiahMaleDavid's warriorGadite warrior who joined DavidView full profile →
- EderTribe of LeviSon of MushiLevite descendant of Merari during David's reignView full profile →
- IshpahTribe of BenjaminSon of BeriahDescendant of Benjamin through Beriah.View full profile →
- JohaMaleDavid's warriorOne of David's mighty warriors from the Tizite clanView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 8:16
"Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Transliteration | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | מִיכָאֵל | miykāʾēl | Mikael , the name of an archangel and of nine Israelites |