Bible Dictionary
Joel
Joel was the name of several biblical men, including Samuel’s son, Levites, warriors, tribal officials, and the prophet Joel, son of Pethuel.
Definition
Joel is the name of several biblical men, including Samuel’s eldest son, a descendant of Reuben, one of David’s warriors, Levites, tribal and administrative officials, and the prophet Joel son of Pethuel.
Biblical Usage
Joel’s various appearances include the judges appointed by Samuel, the genealogies of Israel, David’s warriors and officials, and the prophetic ministry of the second of the twelve minor prophets. The prophet’s personal history is known chiefly from his book.
Historical Background
The name means “Jehovah is his God.” The supplied material does not provide a fuller historical account for most of the individuals bearing the name.
Scripture References
1 Samuel 8:2
1 Chronicles 5:4
1 Chronicles 5:8
1 Chronicles 11:38
1 Chronicles 15:7
1 Chronicles 15:11
1 Chronicles 7:3
1 Chronicles 27:20
1 Chronicles 6:33
1 Chronicles 15:17
1 Chronicles 6:36
1 Chronicles 4:35
1 Chronicles 5:12
1 Chronicles 23:8
1 Chronicles 26:22
2 Chronicles 29:12
Ezra 10:43
Nehemiah 11:9
Acts 2
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Jehovah is his God. (1.) The oldest of Samuel’s two sons appointed by him as judges in Beersheba (1 Sam. 8:2). (See VASHNI.) (2.) A descendant of Reuben (1 Chr. 5:4, 8). (3.) One of David’s famous warriors (1 Chr. 11:38). (4.) A Levite of the family of Gershom (1 Chr. 15:7, 11). (5.) 1 Chr. 7:3. (6.) 1 Chr. 27:20. (7.) The second of the twelve minor prophets. He was the son of Pethuel. His personal history is only known from his book.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(to whom Jehovah is God).