Bible Dictionary
Jaasiel
Jaasiel was a Benjamite leader and one of David’s warriors. He is probably the same man called Jasiel, a Mezobaite, in the list of David’s mighty men.
Definition
Jaasiel, meaning “God makes” or “whom God comforts,” was a Benjamite associated with David’s warriors and officers. He is probably the same man called Jasiel, a Mezobaite, in another list.
Biblical Usage
Jaasiel is listed as a Benjamite tribal prince among David’s officers. Jasiel is listed among the mighty men of the armies.
Historical Background
The supplied material identifies him as the son of Abner and dates his service to approximately 1046–1014 B.C.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Made by God, one of David’s body-guard, the son of Abner (1 Chr. 27:21), called Jasiel in 1 Chr. 11:47.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom God comforts), son of the great Abner. (1 Chronicles 27:21) (B.C. 1046-1014.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ja-a'-si-el (ya`asi'el, "God makes" (?)): In 1Ch 11:47, a Mezobaite, one of "the mighty men of the armies," and probably = "Jaasiel" of 1Ch 27:21, "the son of Abner," and a Benjamite tribal prince of David's. the King James Version "Jasiel."</p>