Topical Encyclopedia
Eliphelet is a biblical name that appears multiple times in the Old Testament, associated with different individuals. The name Eliphelet means "God is deliverance" or "God is my deliverance," reflecting a common theme in Hebrew names that emphasize divine intervention and protection.
1.
Eliphelet, Son of David: Eliphelet is mentioned as one of the sons of King David. In
1 Chronicles 3:6, Eliphelet is listed among David's sons born in Jerusalem: "Ibhar, Elishama, Eliphelet." The parallel account in
2 Samuel 5:14 also includes Eliphelet in the list of David's sons: "These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon, Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia, Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet." The inclusion of Eliphelet in these genealogies underscores the importance of lineage and heritage in the Davidic dynasty.
2.
Eliphelet, Son of Ahasbai: Another Eliphelet is mentioned among David's mighty warriors. In
2 Samuel 23:34, Eliphelet is identified as the son of Ahasbai, the Maacathite: "Eliphelet son of Ahasbai the Maacathite, Eliam son of Ahithophel the Gilonite." This Eliphelet is part of the elite group known as David's "mighty men," who were renowned for their bravery and loyalty to the king. The mention of his father, Ahasbai, and his association with Maacah, a region or people group, provides additional context to his background.
3.
Eliphelet, Exile Returnee: In the post-exilic period, another Eliphelet is noted among those who returned from Babylonian captivity with Ezra.
Ezra 8:13 lists him as one of the sons of Adonikam: "Of the last sons of Adonikam, these were their names: Eliphelet, Jeiel, and Shemaiah, and with them 60 men." This Eliphelet is part of the group that participated in the restoration of Jerusalem and the reestablishment of the Jewish community in the land of Israel. His inclusion in the list of returnees highlights the continuity of the Jewish people and their commitment to rebuilding their spiritual and communal life.
The name Eliphelet, appearing in various contexts, reflects the diverse roles and contributions of individuals bearing this name in biblical history. Whether as a son of David, a mighty warrior, or a returnee from exile, each Eliphelet is part of the larger narrative of God's interaction with His people, illustrating themes of deliverance, loyalty, and restoration.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
Eliphelet(the God of deliverance).
- The name of a son of David, one of the children born to him after his establishment in Jerusalem. (1 Chronicles 3:6) (B.C. after 1044.)
- Another son of David, belonging also to the Jerusalem family, and apparently the last of his sons. (1 Chronicles 3:8)
- One of the thirty warriors of David's guard. (2 Samuel 23:34)
- Son of Eshek, a descendant of King Saul through Jonathan. (1 Chronicles 8:39) (B.C. before 536.)
- One of the leaders of the Bene-Adonikam who returned from Babylon with Ezra. (Ezra 8:13) (B.C. 459.)
- A man of the Bene-Hushum in the time of Ezra who had married a foreign wife. (Ezra 10:33) (B.C. 458).
Easton's Bible Dictionary
God his deliverance.
(1.) One of David's distinguished warriors (2 Samuel 23:34); called also Eliphal in1 Chronicles 11:35.
(2.) One of the sons of David born at Jerusalem (1 Chronicles 3:6;14:5); called Elpalet in1 Chronicles 14:5. Also another of David's sons (1 Chronicles 3:8); called Eliphalet in2 Samuel 5:16;1 Chronicles 14:7.
(3.) A descendant of king Saul through Jonathan (1 Chronicles 8:39).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
ELIPHELETe-lif'-e-let.
SeeELIPHALAT;ELIPHAL.
Strong's Hebrew
467.Eliphelet -- "God is deliverance," the name of several...... 466, 467.
Eliphelet. 468 . "God is deliverance
... several Isr. NASB Word Usage
Eliphelet (8), Elpelet (1). Eliphalet,
Eliphelet, Elpalet. Or
...Thesaurus
Eliphelet (8 Occurrences)... Standard Bible Encyclopedia.
ELIPHELET. e-lif'-e-let.
... Multi-Version Concordance
Eliphelet (8 Occurrences). 2 Samuel 5:16 and Elishama, and Eliada, and
Eliphelet.
...Eliph'elet (8 Occurrences)
Eliph'elet.Eliphelet, Eliph'elet. Eli's . Multi-Version Concordance
Eliph'elet (8 Occurrences). 2 Samuel 5:16 and Elishama, and Eliada, andEliphelet....
Elishama (17 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 5:16 and Elishama, and Eliada, andEliphelet.... 1 Chronicles 3:6 and Ibhar,
and Elishama, andEliphelet, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS)....
Eli'shama (17 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). 2 Samuel 5:16 and Elishama, and Eliada, andEliphelet. (See RSV).... (See
RSV). 1 Chronicles 3:6 and Ibhar, and Elishama, andEliphelet; (See RSV)....
Eli'ada (4 Occurrences)
... Eli'ada (4 Occurrences). 2 Samuel 5:16 and Elishama, and Eliada, andEliphelet....
(See RSV). 1 Chronicles 3:8 and Elishama, and Eliada, andEliphelet, nine....
Eliada (4 Occurrences)
... Eliada (4 Occurrences). 2 Samuel 5:16 and Elishama, and Eliada, andEliphelet....
1 Chronicles 3:8 and Elishama, and Eliada, andEliphelet, nine....
Ahasbai (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia AHASBAI. a-has'-bi ('achacbay, "blooming"): The
father ofEliphelet, a Maacathite, a soldier in David's army (2 Samuel 23:34)....
Zabad (8 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Ezra 10:33 Of the sons of Hashum:
Mattenai, Mattattah, Zabad,Eliphelet, Jeremai, Manasseh, Shimei....
Ulam (4 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). 1 Chronicles 8:39 The sons of Eshek
his brother: Ulam his firstborn, Jeush the second, andEliphelet the third....
Je'ush (9 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 8:39 The sons of Eshek his brother: Ulam his firstborn,
Jeush the second, andEliphelet the third. (See RSV)....
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