Bible Dictionary
Elpaal
Elpaal was a descendant of Benjamin and the founder or head of several Benjaminite families.
Definition
Elpaal was a Benjamite, the son of Hushim and brother of Abitub. His name means “God has wrought” or “God his wages,” and he is associated with the formation of several Benjaminite families.
Biblical Usage
Elpaal appears in the genealogical record of Benjamin and is connected with the families descended from him.
Historical Background
His name occurs in a Benjaminite genealogy that lists descendants and family lines.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(God his wages), a Benjamite, son of Hushim and brother of Abitub. (1 Chronicles 8:11) He was the founder of numerous family.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>el-pa'-al ('elpa`al, "God has wrought" (compare el`asah, Jer 29:3)):</p><p>The name of a descendant of Benjamin (1Ch 8:11,12,18).</p>