Son of Uzzi, a descendant of Issachar.
Michael
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 7:3.
מִיכָאֵלMichael
- Father
- Izrahiah
- People
- Tribe of Issachar
About Michael Written by AI
Michael is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Issachar in the book of 1 Chronicles (1 Chronicles 7:3). He is listed as one of the sons of Uzzi, along with his brothers: Izrahiah, Joel, Ishiah, and Obadiah. These five men are described as mighty men of valor, and their father's house had 22,600 troops ready for battle (1 Chronicles 7:4 to 5). The genealogy emphasizes the military strength and numerical significance of Issachar's descendants. No further details about Michael's life, exploits, or role within the tribe of Issachar are provided in the biblical text. His mention serves to highlight the descendants of Issachar and their contribution to Israel's armed forces.
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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 7:3
The son of Uzzi: Izrahiah. The sons of Izrahiah: Michael, Obadiah, Joel, and Isshiah. All five of them were chiefs.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.