מִקְלוֹת (miq.lot)
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Mikloth
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 4 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Mikloth means "staves" or "clubs." It appears in only four verses, primarily within the genealogies and military records of 1 Chronicles. The text identifies two distinct individuals with this name, both belonging to the tribe of Benjamin. One is a son of Jehiel and a brother of Kish, making him an uncle to Saul. The other serves as a leader of the second division of King David’s army.
This shared name highlights how common descriptive names were in ancient Israel. While the word itself suggests a weapon or staff, the biblical record uses it simply as a personal identifier for these two men. One is remembered for his lineage within the house of Gibeon, while the other is noted for his role in organizing David’s military structure. The name connects them to their tribe without adding further narrative detail.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Mikloth appears in the Bible as a personal identifier for two men in the tribe of Benjamin. One was an ancestor of King Saul, linking him to the early monarchy of Israel. The other served as a military leader under King David, overseeing a division of twenty-four thousand soldiers. These records show that ordinary names often carried significant weight within family lines and community structures.
For believers today, these brief mentions remind us that God values every individual in His people. Whether someone was a royal ancestor or a commander of troops, their lives were recorded for a purpose. The Bible preserves the names of many such individuals, showing that no one is forgotten in God's plan. Each person played a part in the larger story of Israel.
We can find comfort in knowing that our own lives, like those of Mikloth and his relatives, are known to God. Even if our contributions seem small or unnoticed by the world, they matter in His eyes. The preservation of these names encourages us to trust that God sees and remembers every step we take in faith.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 4 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ Mikloth4×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- וּ/מִקְל֖וֹת3×
- וּ/מִקְלֽוֹת\׃1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 8:32
and Mikloth, who became the father of Shimeah. They also lived with their families in Jerusalem, near their relatives.
This verse identifies Mikloth as an ancestor in the line leading to King Saul, highlighting his role in the royal genealogy of Benjamin.
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I Chronicles 9:37
Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth.
Here Mikloth is listed among those who returned from exile and settled in Jerusalem, showing his family's continued presence in the community.
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I Chronicles 27:4
Over the division of the second month was Dodai the Ahohite and his division, and Mikloth the ruler; and in his division were twenty-four thousand.
This passage names Mikloth as a military commander over the second division of David's army, illustrating his leadership role in Israel's defense.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Every Occurrence (4 verses across 1 books)
I Chronicles 4 verses
and Mikloth, who became the father of Shimeah. They also lived with their families in Jerusalem, near their relatives.
I Chronicles 9:37Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth.
I Chronicles 9:38Mikloth became the father of Shimeam. They also lived with their relatives in Jerusalem, near their relatives.
I Chronicles 27:4Over the division of the second month was Dodai the Ahohite and his division, and Mikloth the ruler; and in his…