Maleleel
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Maleleel in the Bible?
Maleleel is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Mahalalel, appearing in the genealogy of Jesus in Luke 3:37 and in the King James Version of the Old Testament. He is identified as the son of Enos and the father of Jared within the pre-flood patriarchal lineage.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing the variant spelling Maleleel aids readers in tracing the continuity of the ancestral line in the New Testament, confirming the textual transmission of the genealogy from the Hebrew scriptures to the Greek New Testament.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Maleleel reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Maleleel in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Maleleel clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Luke 3:37
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
"Maleleel." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/maleleel/