Joel
Joel, a father of Shema who lived in Reuben and also neighbouring Gad.
The name Joel means “he that wills or commands”
MaleTribe of ReubenDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book1 verse
Summary
A man from the tribe of Reuben living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1 Chronicles 5:8; only referred to as Joel (יוֹאֵל); father of Shema.
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Family members
- Children
Alternative names
- יוֹאֵלJoel
Mentions
- …and Bela son of Azaz, the son of Shema, the son of Joel. They settled in Aroer and as far as Nebo and Baal-meon.