Bealiah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Bealiah in the Bible?
Bealiah, a member of the tribe of Benjamin, abandoned his allegiance to King Saul and joined David's forces at Ziklag, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 12:5.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Bealiah among the warriors who joined David clarifies the extent of the political fragmentation within Saul's kingdom and demonstrates that David's growing support base included key figures from Saul's own tribe, Benjamin.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Bealiah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Bealiah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Bealiah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 12:5
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Bealiah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/bealiah/