Descendant of Shimei from the tribe of Benjamin
Eliel
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 8:20.
אֱלִיאֵלEliel
The name means “God, my God.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Shimei
- People
- Tribe of Benjamin
About Eliel Written by AI
Eliel is mentioned briefly in 1 Chronicles 8:20 as one of the descendants of Shimei, who was a member of the tribe of Benjamin. This genealogical record traces the lineage of the Benjamites, providing a list of names without much additional information. Eliel's mention in this context serves to highlight the continuity of the Benjamite lineage and their presence in the post-exilic community.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Eliel, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
To whom God is might. (1.) A chief of Manasseh, on the east of Jordan (1 Chr. 5:24).
(2.) A Gadite who joined David in the hold at Ziklag (1 Chr. 12:11).
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(3.) One of the overseers of the offerings in the reign of Hezekiah (2 Chr. 31:13).
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 8:20
Elienai, Zillethai, Eliel,
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.