Gaddiel
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Gaddiel in the Bible?
One of the twelve men sent by Moses to spy out the land of Canaan, representing the tribe of Zebulun. He is mentioned in Numbers 13:10.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Gaddiel as the Zebulunite representative clarifies the tribal composition of the scouting mission, illustrating how each of the twelve tribes was given a voice in the initial assessment of the Promised Land.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Gaddiel reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Gaddiel in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Gaddiel clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Numbers 13:10
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
"Gaddiel." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/gaddiel/