Joel
Joel, a Levite of the Kohathite clan, participated in the purification of the temple during King Hezekiah's reign.
The name Joel means “he that wills or commands”
MaleDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book1 verse
Summary
A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2 Chronicles 29:12; only referred to as Joel (יוֹאֵל); a son of Azariah.
Glossary entries
Family members
- Father
Alternative names
- יוֹאֵלJoel
Mentions
- Then the Levites set to work: Mahath son of Amasai and Joel son of Azariah from the Kohathites; Kish son of Abdi and Azariah son of Jehallelel from the Merarites; Joah son of Zimmah and Eden son of Joah from the Gershonites;