יְדִיעֲאֵל (ye.di.a.el)
ye.di.a.el
Jediael
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 5 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Yediael, meaning "God makes known," appears five times in the Hebrew Bible, primarily within the genealogical and military lists of 1 Chronicles. It identifies several distinct individuals across different eras, reflecting a common practice in ancient Israel where names were reused within families or communities to maintain continuity.
Lexical sources distinguish at least four bearers of this name: a patriarch from the tribe of Benjamin listed among the sons of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 7:6), a Korahite gatekeeper who was the second son of Meshelemiah (1 Chronicles 9:20), one of David’s mighty warriors, the son of Shimri (1 Chronicles 11:45), and a chief from Manasseh who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chronicles 12:20). Some scholars suggest that the Benjaminite patriarch might be the same person as Ashbel, though the text treats them as separate entries in different contexts.
The recurrence of Yediael highlights how personal names served as theological statements. By naming children "God makes known," families acknowledged divine revelation or intervention. The presence of this name among both temple gatekeepers and military leaders suggests that those who bore it were associated with roles requiring trust and visibility within the community’s spiritual and physical defense.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Yediael carries a quiet but powerful promise: "God makes known." In an ancient world where identity was often tied to lineage and duty, this name served as a daily reminder that divine truth is not hidden away but revealed to those who seek it. It suggests that God actively participates in human history, making His will and character clear through the people He calls.
When we look at the individuals named Jediael in Scripture, we see them in vital roles—whether as tribal leaders, gatekeepers of the temple, or mighty warriors. This variety shows that God’s revelation is not limited to one type of person or profession. It reaches into the military camp and the sanctuary alike, inviting every believer to recognize where God is making Himself known in their own sphere of influence.
For your faith life, this word offers comfort. You do not have to guess at God’s purpose or feel lost in uncertainty. The same God who made His name known to ancient Israel is present today. We can trust that He continues to reveal His heart and guidance, inviting us to walk in the light of His truth with confidence and peace.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 5 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Jediael4×
- and/ Jediael1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- יְדִֽיעֲאֵל֙2×
- יְדִיעֲאֵ֖ל1×
- יְדִֽיעֲאֵ֣ל1×
- וִ/ידִֽיעֲאֵ֖ל1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 7:11
All these were sons of Jediael, according to the heads of their fathers’ households, mighty men of valor, seventeen thousand two hundred, who were able to go out in the army for war.
This verse highlights the strength and readiness of Jediael’s descendants, showing how a name meaning "God makes known" was lived out through capable service in defense of the community.
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I Chronicles 11:45
Jediael the son of Shimri, and Joha his brother, the Tizite,
Here, Jediael appears among David’s elite warriors, illustrating that divine revelation and strength were valued in the highest levels of military leadership.
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I Chronicles 26:2
Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth,
As the second son of Meshelemiah, this Jediael served as a gatekeeper, linking the idea of God’s revelation to the sacred duty of protecting and managing access to the temple.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Every Occurrence (5 verses across 1 books)
I Chronicles 5 verses
The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, and Jediael, three.
I Chronicles 7:10The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.
I Chronicles 7:11All these were sons of Jediael, according to the heads of their fathers’ households, mighty men of valor, seventeen…
I Chronicles 11:45Jediael the son of Shimri, and Joha his brother, the Tizite,
I Chronicles 26:2Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth,