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Malchiel

Malchiel in the Bible — son of Beriah (GEN 46:17). Malchiel belonged to the tribe of Asher. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.

Name meaning: God is my king, or counselor

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

Names & Labels (1)

Malchielproper name
Hebrew
מַלְכִּיאֵל
Transliteration
maləchiyel
Meaning
G-d [El] is [my] king
Greek
Μελχιηλ
Reference
GEN 46:17
Strong's
H4439

Family & Relationships (2)

son

Beriah(GEN 46:17)

father

Birzaith(1CH 7:31)

Notes

from the list of "sons of Israel" who "went to Egypt" (GEN 46:8-27), the Malchielites (NUM 26:45)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Malchiel in the Bible?

Malchiel is described in the Bible as son of Beriah (GEN 46:17). Malchiel belonged to the tribe of Asher.

What does the name Malchiel mean?

The name Malchiel means “God is my king, or counselor” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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