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Joel(6)
Joel in the Bible — chief of the sons of Gershom (1CH 15:7), son of Ladan (1CH 23:8). Joel belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “he that wills or commands”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Levi
- Scripture References
- 4 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 3 connections
Names & Labels (1)
Joelproper name
- Hebrew
- יוֹאֵ֔ל
- Transliteration
- yoel
- Meaning
- y-h-v-h is G-d [El]
- Greek
- Ιωηλ
- Reference
- 1CH 15:7
- Strong's
- H3100
Notes
Gershonites (Gershomites), from Gershon, son of Levi
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Joel in the Bible?
Joel is described in the Bible as chief of the sons of Gershom (1CH 15:7), son of Ladan (1CH 23:8). Joel belonged to the tribe of Levi.
What does the name Joel mean?
The name Joel means “he that wills or commands” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.