A Gadite chief during the reign of Jotham.
Michael
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 5:13.
מִיכָאֵלMichael
- Father
- Abihail
- People
- Tribe of Gad
About Michael Written by AI
Michael is listed in the book of 1 Chronicles as one of the chiefs of the tribe of Gad during the reign of Jotham, king of Judah (1 Chronicles 5:13). He is mentioned alongside his brothers: Meshullam, Sheba, Jorai, Jachan, Zia, and Eber. These seven Gadite chiefs are described as brave warriors, famous men, and heads of their fathers' houses (1 Chronicles 5:14). The Gadites settled in the land of Bashan, east of the Jordan River, and were known for their valor and military prowess (1 Chronicles 5:18 to 22). No further details about Michael's specific role, accomplishments, or lineage are provided in the biblical text. His mention serves to highlight the leadership structure and notable figures within the tribe of Gad during this period in Israel's history.
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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Michael, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
Who is like God? (1.) The title given to one of the chief angels (Dan. 10:13, 21; 12:1). He had special charge of Israel as a nation. He disputed with Satan (Jude 1:9) about the body of Moses. He is also represented as warning against “that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world” (Rev. 12:7-9).
(2.) The father of Sethur, the spy selected to represent Asher (Num. 13:13).
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(3.) 1 Chr. 7:3, a chief of the tribe of Issachar.
(4.) 1 Chr. 8:16, a Benjamite.
(5.) A chief Gadite in Bashan (1 Chr. 5:13).
(6.) A Manassite, “a captain of thousands” who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chr. 12:20).
(7.) A Gershonite Levite (1 Chr. 6:40).
(8.) The father of Omri (1 Chr. 27:18).
(9.) One of the sons of king Jehoshaphat (2 Chr. 21:2, 4). He was murdered by his brother Jehoram.
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 5:13
Their kinsmen by families were Michael, Meshullam, Sheba, Jorai, Jacan, Zia, and Eber—seven in all.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.