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Eliam is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the historical narratives of 2 Samuel. His name, meaning "God is my kinsman" or "God of the people," reflects the theocentric nature of Hebrew names, which often incorporate elements of divine reference.

Lineage and Family

Eliam is identified as the father of Bathsheba, the wife of King David and mother of Solomon. This connection is established in2 Samuel 11:3, where Bathsheba is referred to as "the daughter of Eliam." This familial link places Eliam within the broader narrative of David's reign and the subsequent establishment of the Solomonic dynasty.

Military Association

Eliam is also noted as one of David's mighty warriors, a group of elite soldiers who played a crucial role in securing and expanding David's kingdom. In2 Samuel 23:34, Eliam is listed among these valiant men, described as "Eliam son of Ahithophel the Gilonite." This association with Ahithophel, a renowned counselor of David, suggests that Eliam was part of a family with significant influence and standing within the kingdom.

Ahithophel's Connection

The mention of Eliam as the son of Ahithophel adds a layer of complexity to the narrative, particularly in the context of Ahithophel's later betrayal of David during Absalom's rebellion (2 Samuel 15-17). This familial connection has led some scholars and theologians to speculate on the potential motivations behind Ahithophel's actions, considering the personal and political ramifications of David's adultery with Bathsheba and the arranged death of her husband, Uriah the Hittite.

Role in David's Court

As a member of David's mighty men, Eliam would have been part of the inner circle of warriors who were instrumental in the military successes of David's reign. This elite group, known for their bravery and loyalty, was crucial in establishing the security and stability of the Israelite kingdom during a time of frequent conflict and territorial expansion.

Theological Implications

Eliam's account, though not extensively detailed in the biblical text, intersects with significant theological themes, including the sovereignty of God in the unfolding of Israel's history and the complex interplay of personal relationships within the divine narrative. His connection to Bathsheba and Ahithophel highlights the intricate web of familial and political ties that characterize the biblical account of David's reign.

Biblical References

·2 Samuel 11:3 : "So David sent and inquired about the woman, and he was told, 'This is Bathsheba, the daughter of Eliam and the wife of Uriah the Hittite.'"
·2 Samuel 23:34 : "Eliphelet son of Ahasbai the Maacathite, Eliam son of Ahithophel the Gilonite."

Eliam's presence in the biblical narrative, though brief, serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of personal and divine histories within the scriptural tradition. His legacy, through his daughter Bathsheba and grandson Solomon, continues to resonate within the broader account of Israel and its covenant relationship with God.Eliam

the people of God

Eliam

(God's people.).

1. Father of Bath-sheba, the wife of David. (11:3)
2. One of David's "thirty" warriors. (2 Samuel 23:34)

God's people.

(1.) The father of Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah (2 Samuel 11:3). In1 Chronicles 3:5 his name is Ammiel.

(2.) This name also occurs as that of a Gilonite, the son of Ahithophel, and one of David's thirty warriors (2 Samuel 23:34). perhaps these two were the same person.

ELIAM

e-li'-am ('eli'-am, "people's God"?):

(1) Father of Bathsheba (2 Samuel 11:3); in1 Chronicles 3:5 called Ammiel.

(2) One of David's "thirty," son of Ahithophel the Gilonite (2 Samuel 23:34).

463.Eliam -- "God is kinsman," an Israelite name
...Eliam. 464 . "God is kinsman," an Israelite name. Transliteration:Eliam Phonetic
Spelling: (el-ee-awm') Short Definition:Eliam.... name NASB Word UsageEliam (2...

The Fifth
... the treason of Adonijah. Ahithophel is not there; though we read of "Eliam
the son of Ahithophel" (verse 34). He was David's greatest...

Against the Heresy of one Noetus.
... Damascenus. But Philastrius, Heresy, 53, puts Elijah for Aaron: hic etiam
dicebat se Moysem esse, et fratrem suumEliam prophetam....

Causes of Corruption Chiefly Intentional.
... Jerome.--Apostoli in Lege versati . . . ulcisci nituntur iniuriam, et imitariEliam,
&c. Dominus, qui non ad iudicandum venerat, sed ad salvandum, &c. . . ....

Eliam (2 Occurrences)
...ELIAM. e-li'-am ('eli'-am, "people's God"?): (1) Father of Bathsheba (2 Samuel
11:3); in 1 Chronicles 3:5 called Ammiel....Eliam (2 Occurrences)....

Bath-sheba (12 Occurrences)
... Daughter of the oath, or of seven, called also Bath-shu'a (1 Chronicles 3:5), was
the daughter ofEliam (2 Samuel 11:3) or Ammiel (1 Chronicles 3:5), and wife...

Bathsheba (14 Occurrences)
... Daughter of the oath, or of seven, called also Bath-shu'a (1 Chronicles 3:5), was
the daughter ofEliam (2 Samuel 11:3) or Ammiel (1 Chronicles 3:5), and wife...

Eli'am (2 Occurrences)
Eli'am.Eliam, Eli'am. Eliaonias .... And one said: 'Is not this Bath-sheba, the
daughter ofEliam, the wife of Uriah the Hittite?' (See RSV)....

Ahithophel (17 Occurrences)
... In the latter half of the list of David's mighty men, not among the older veterans
with whom the list begins, appears "Eliam the son of Ahithophel the Gilonite...

Proper (62 Occurrences)
... The synonymsEliam and Ammiel, "God is a kinsman," not only exhibit the common archaism
in the retention of the vowel i, but the nameEliam also shows the...

Ahijah (23 Occurrences)
... Ahimelech at Nob. (4.) A Pelonite, one of David's heroes (1 Chronicles
11:36); called alsoEliam (2 Samuel 23:34). (5.) A Levite...

Ammiel (6 Occurrences)
... (3.) The father of Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah, and afterwards of David
(1 Chronicles 3:5). He is calledEliam in 2 Samuel 11:3....

Uri'ah (32 Occurrences)
... after the woman. And one said: 'Is not this Bath-sheba, the daughter of
Eliam, the wife of Uriah the Hittite?' (See RSV). 2 Samuel...

Urijah (29 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 11:3 and David sent and inquired after the woman. And one said, Is not
this Bathsheba, the daughter ofEliam, the wife of Urijah the Hittite? (DBY)....

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