Who was Jahleel?

Son of Simeon

The story of Jahleel

Jahleel - Ithobaal I was a king of Tyre in Phoenicia who reigned in the 9th century BCE. H…
Jahleel - Ithobaal I was a king of Tyre in Phoenicia who reigned in the 9th century BCE. H…

Ithobaal I was a king of Tyre in Phoenicia who reigned in the 9th century BCE. He was the son of King Mattan I and was the father of King Baal I. Ithobaal I was known for his wealth and power, and his kingdom was considered one of the most influential in the region at the time. Tyre was a major center of trade and commerce, and Ithobaal I oversaw the expansion of the city's commercial and naval power. Little else is known about his life or reign, but his descendants continued to rule Tyre and play a prominent role in the politics of the region for several generations.

Name meaning

The name "Jahleel" is of Hebrew origin and means "God waits" or "God hopes." It is a biblical name found in the Old Testament, specifically in Genesis, where Jahleel is one of the sons of Zebulun, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name combines elements of spirituality and patience, reflecting a sense of divine timing or trust in God's plan.

Name origin

Hebrew

First mention

Genesis 46:14

Appearances in the Bible

2 mentions

Family

Relatives of Jahleel

Jahleel in the Bible

Explore all 2 chapters where Jahleel appears

Genesis

Chapter 46

Jacob and His Family Move to Egypt

Jacob and his family move to Egypt and settle in the land of Goshen.

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Numbers

Chapter 26

The Census of the Israelites

A second census is taken of the Israelites and the land is apportioned among the tribes.

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