Bible Dictionary
Beeliada
Beeliada was a son of David born in Jerusalem. In the parallel lists of David’s sons, he is called Eliada.
Definition
Beeliada means “the Lord knows.” He was one of David’s sons born in Jerusalem. In the corresponding lists in Samuel, the name appears as Eliada.
Biblical Usage
Beeliada is recorded in the list of David’s sons born in Jerusalem.
Historical Background
The difference between Beeliada and Eliada is presented as a variation in the recorded name of David’s son.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(the Lord knows); one of David’s 9 sons, born in Jerusalem. (1 Chronicles 14:7) In the lists in Samuel the name is Eliada. (B.C. after 1045.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>be-e-li'-a-da (be`elyadha`, "the Lord knows"; ELIADA, which see; compare HPN, 144, 192, note 1, 202): A son of David (1Ch 14:7).</p>