Jekuthiel
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jekuthiel in the Bible?
Jekuthiel is recorded in 1 Chronicles 4:18 as a member of the tribe of Judah and the father of Sherah, who is identified as the mother of the founders of the towns of Lahad and Zorah.
SIGNIFICANCE
This genealogical record illustrates the Chronicler's method of preserving tribal identity and territorial claims by explicitly linking specific Judahite clans to their maternal ancestors, thereby providing context for the settlement patterns of the tribe.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jekuthiel reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jekuthiel in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jekuthiel clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 4:18
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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
"Jekuthiel." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jekuthiel/