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Eli

Eli in the Bible — priest of Israel in Shiloh (1SA 1:3). Eli belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.

Name meaning: the offering or lifting up

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Gender
male
Tribe
Levi
Scripture References
3 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
2 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Eliproper name
Hebrew
עֵלִי
Transliteration
eliy
Meaning
y-h-v-h is exalted; G-d [El] is exalted
Greek
Ηλι
Reference
1SA 1:3
Strong's
H5941

Family & Relationships (2)

father

Hophni(1SA 1:3)
Phinehas(1SA 1:3)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Eli in the Bible?

Eli is described in the Bible as priest of Israel in Shiloh (1SA 1:3). Eli belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Eli mean?

The name Eli means “the offering or lifting up” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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