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Elead was an Ephraimite who was killed by the men of Gath.
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Elead is briefly mentioned in 1Ch.7.21 as one of the sons of Ephraim who was killed by the men of Gath. The context suggests that Elead and his brother Ezer were killed when they attempted to raid the livestock of the Gathites. This incident is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Ephraim, highlighting the challenges and conflicts they faced.
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(praised by God), a descendant of Ephraim. (1 Chronicles 7:21)
E'LEAD (whom God praises), an Ephraimite. 1 Chr 7:21.
E'LEAD (whom God praises), an Ephraimite. 1 Chr 7:21.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H0496
Zabad his son, and Shuthelah his son. Ezer and Elead were killed by the natives of Gath, because they went down to steal their livestock.
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