David's son living at the time of United Monarchy
Eliada, also known as Beeliada, was a son of David born in Jerusalem.
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Also known as Beeliada
Eliada, also referred to as Beeliada, is mentioned in 2Sa.5.16, 1 Chronicles 2Sa.3.8, and 1Ch.14.7 as one of the sons of David born to him in Jerusalem. He was born after David had established his reign and conquered the city of Jerusalem. The name Eliada means "God knows," while Beeliada means "the Lord knows." The reason for the variation in his name is not explicitly stated in the biblical text.
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Whom God cares for. (1.) One of David’s sons born after his establishment in Jerusalem (2 Sam. 5:16). (2.) A mighty man of war, a Benjamite (2 Chr. 17:17). (3.) An Aramite of Zobah, captain of a marauding band that troubled Solomon (1 Kings 11:23).
ELI'ADA (whom God knows). A son born to David in Jerusalem. 2 Sam 5:16; 1 Chr 3:8, In 1 Chr 14:7 he is called Beeliada — Baal substituted for El, the true God. A Benjnmite, one of Jehoshaphat's captains. 2 Chr 17:17.
ELI'ADA (whom God knows). A son born to David in Jerusalem. 2 Sam 5:16; 1 Chr 3:8, In 1 Chr 14:7 he is called Beeliada — Baal substituted for El, the true God. A Benjnmite, one of Jehoshaphat's captains. 2 Chr 17:17.
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3 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H0450
Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet.
Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet—nine in all.
Elishama, Beeliada, and Eliphelet.
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