Bible Dictionary
JAHLEELITES, THE
The Jahleelites were the descendants of the clan of Jahleel, a son of Zebulun. They are listed among the tribes counted in the wilderness.
Definition
The Jahleelites were the descendants of the clan of Jahleel.
Biblical Usage
They are listed among the clans of Israel in the wilderness census.
Historical Background
The designation is a collective form referring to Jahleel’s descendants.
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ja'-le-el-its (hayachle'eli, coll. with article): In Nu 26:26, the descendants of the clan of Jahleel.</p>