The story of Keilah

Keilah was a biblical figure mentioned in the book of 1 Samuel. He was the son of Ephraim and the father of Joram. He was a Levite and a ruler of a city in Judah. He is best known for his role in the story of David and Goliath. When the Philistines invaded Judah, they besieged the city of Keilah. David asked God if he should go and fight the Philistines, and God said yes. David and his men went to Keilah and defeated the Philistines. Keilah was so grateful that he offered to give David and his men whatever they wanted. David refused and instead asked Keilah to give him the threshing instruments of the Philistines. Keilah agreed and David and his men left with the instruments. Keilah is best known for his role in the story of David and Goliath. He was a Levite and a ruler of a city in Judah. He was willing to give David and his men whatever they wanted in exchange for their help in defeating the Philistines. He is an example of faithfulness and loyalty to God.
Name meaning
Fortress
Name origin
Hebrew
Role
Governor
First mention
Joshua 15:44
Appearances in the Bible
16 mentions