Descendant of Benjamin, known for his numerous descendants
Ulam
Named in 2 verses of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 8:39.
אוּלָםUlam
The name means “the porch; the court; their strength; their folly.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Eleasah
- People
- Tribe of Benjamin
About Ulam Written by AI
Ulam is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:39 to 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 1Chronicles 8 traces the lineage of Saul and highlights the prominence of certain individuals within the tribe of Benjamin.
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 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.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.