Ulam אוּלָם
Descendant of Benjamin, known for his numerous descendants
Who is Ulam in the Bible?
Ulam was a descendant of Benjamin and the firstborn son of Eleasah, tracing his lineage back to King Saul (1 Chronicles 8:39-40). He is primarily remembered for his remarkably large family, which included 150 sons and grandsons who distinguished themselves as skilled archers and mighty men of valor. The prominence of Ulam's descendants in the genealogical record of 1 Chronicles 8 indicates that his family held significant military and social importance within the tribe of Benjamin during Israel's early history.
Biography
Ulam is mentioned in 1Ch.8.39-40 as a descendant of Benjamin. He was the firstborn son of Eleasah (or 'Eshek'), who was a descendant of Saul, the first king of Israel. Ulam is noted for his numerous descendants, which included 150 sons and grandsons. His descendants were known for their skill in archery, as they are described as "mighty men of valor, archers." The large number of Ulam's descendants and their military prowess suggest that he and his family played a significant role in the tribe of Benjamin during their time. The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 8 traces the lineage of Saul and highlights the prominence of certain individuals within the tribe of Benjamin.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 8:39
"The sons of his brother Eshek: Ulam was his firstborn, Jeush second, and Eliphelet third."
- 1 Chronicles 8:40
"The sons of Ulam were mighty men of valor, archers, and they had many sons and grandsons—150 in all. All these were the descendants of Benjamin."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אוּלָם |