Jasiel
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jasiel in the Bible?
Jasiel is a Hebrew personal name appearing in 1 Chronicles 11:47 as one of David's mighty men, likely representing a variant spelling of Jaasiel.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Jasiel as a distinct textual variant aids in understanding the transmission history of the Hebrew Bible and the specific composition of David's military leadership.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jasiel reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jasiel in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jasiel clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 11:47
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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
"Jasiel." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jasiel/