Ulam

Ulam was a descendant of Benjamin known for his numerous descendants, including many skilled archers.

The name Ulam means “the porch; the court; their strength; their folly”

MaleTribe of BenjaminDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book2 verses

Summary

A man from the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1 Chronicles 8:39; only referred to as Ulam (אוּלָם); son of Eleasah; a brother of Jeush and Eliphelet.

Glossary entries

Ulam

Family members

Father

Eleasah

Siblings

Eliphelet Jeush

Alternative names

Mentions

  1. The sons of his brother Eshek: Ulam was his firstborn, Jeush second, and Eliphelet third.
  2. The sons of Ulam were mighty men of valor, archers, and they had many sons and grandsons—150 in all. All these were the descendants of Benjamin.