Bible Person

Jehiel

Male · 4 cross references

This Jehiel entry refers to the Gershonite or Levitical figure associated with treasures and temple resources in David's reign, not the many other Je(h)iels in Chronicles. He belongs to the administrative side of sacred service. First appears in 1 Chr 23:8.1

AI summary: This Jehiel matters because the cross references present him in relation to temple treasures, family continuity, and administrative responsibility. His household is trusted with material resources that support worship and royal dedication, which shows that sacred service included careful stewardship as well as ceremony. Taken together, the material presents this Jehiel as a Levitical steward whose family helps manage resources for Israel's worship.1