Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Joelah, a Benjaminite warrior, was among those who joined David at Ziklag while he was fleeing from Saul.
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Joelah is mentioned in 1Ch.12.7 as one of the Benjaminite warriors who joined David at Ziklag while he was fleeing from King Saul. Along with his brother Zebadiah, Joelah is described as a brave warrior and a leader among the Benjaminites. They were part of a group of skilled archers and slingers who came to support David during this difficult period in his life. The chronicler emphasizes the military prowess and loyalty of these men, noting that they were "brave warriors, ready for battle and able to handle the shield and spear" (1Ch.12.8). Joelah's decision to align himself with David demonstrates his faith in David's divine appointment as the future king of Israel, even while Saul was still on the throne.
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A Benjamite who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chr. 12:7).
(Jehovah helps), son of Jerohoam of Gedor. (1 Chronicles 12:7)
lifting up; profiting; taking away slander
JOE'LAH (whom Jehovah helps), a Benjamite chief who united his forces to David's at Ziklag. 1 Chr 12:7.
JOE'LAH (whom Jehovah helps), a Benjamite chief who united his forces to David's at Ziklag. 1 Chr 12:7.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H3132
and Joelah and Zebadiah, the sons of Jeroham from Gedor.
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