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Jezliah

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Jezliah was a Benjamite descended from Elpaal.

Definition

Jezliah, meaning “whom God will preserve,” was a Benjamite descended from Elpaal.

Biblical Usage

Jezliah is listed among the descendants of Elpaal in 1 Chronicles 8:18.

Historical Background

The supplied material dates him to about 588 B.C.

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom God will preserve), a Benjamite of the sons of Elpaal. (1 Chronicles 8:18) (B.C. 588.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>jez-lia.</p><p>See IZLIAH.</p>
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