Bible Figure
Geuel
spy from the tribe of Gad sent to explore the land of Canaan
Geuel son of Machi represented the tribe of Gad among the twelve spies sent to explore Canaan.
Biography
Numbers 13 names Geuel son of Machi as Gad's representative in the reconnaissance of Canaan. The spies returned after forty days; Caleb and Joshua urged Israel to trust God, while the majority discouraged the people. Scripture gives no individual speech or action for Geuel apart from his membership in the group.
Biblical Significance
Geuel belongs to the pivotal spy narrative that led to Israel's wilderness judgment. His personal role should remain limited to what the text states.