Son of Helem, an Asherite
Amal
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 7:35.
עָמָלAmal
The name means “labor; iniquity.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Hotham
- People
- Tribe of Asher
About Amal Written by AI
Amal is mentioned briefly in the genealogy of the tribe of Asher, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He is listed as one of the sons of Helem, who was a descendant of Asher through his son Heber. (1 Chronicles 7:35) The genealogy in 1Chronicles 7 traces the descendants of Asher and provides a record of the clans and families within the tribe. It demonstrates the continuity of the Asherite lineage and their place among the people of Israel. Apart from being listed as a son of Helem, no further details are provided about Amal's life, his role within the family, or any significant events associated with him. The mention of Amal in the genealogy serves to document the lineage of the tribe of Asher and to highlight the importance of family records in the Israelite society. It also reflects the tribal organization of Israel and the significance of each tribe's heritage.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 7:35
The sons of his brother Helem: Zophah, Imna, Shelesh, and Amal.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.