Elpaal is a biblical figure mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin. His name appears in the Old Testament, specifically in the First Book of Chronicles, which provides a detailed account of the descendants of Israel's tribes. Elpaal is noted as a descendant of Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel, and is part of the lineage that contributed to the establishment and development of the tribe of Benjamin.

Biblical References:

Elpaal is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:11-12, where his lineage and descendants are outlined. The passage states: "And by Hushim he had Abitub and Elpaal. The sons of Elpaal: Eber, Misham, Shemed (who built Ono and Lod with its towns)."

Genealogical Context:

Elpaal is one of the sons of Shaharaim, who is noted to have had children in the land of Moab after sending away his wives Hushim and Baara. Elpaal's lineage is significant as it highlights the expansion and settlement activities of the Benjaminites. His descendants, including Eber, Misham, and Shemed, are credited with building and establishing towns such as Ono and Lod, which are mentioned in the context of the tribe's territorial development.

Historical and Cultural Significance:

The mention of Elpaal and his descendants in the genealogical records underscores the importance of family lineage and territorial claims in ancient Israelite society. The building of towns by his descendants indicates a period of growth and establishment for the tribe of Benjamin, reflecting the broader narrative of the Israelites settling in the Promised Land.

The towns of Ono and Lod, associated with Elpaal's descendants, are historically significant locations. Lod, in particular, is known in later biblical and historical texts as Lydda, a town that played a role in various historical events and is mentioned in the New Testament in the context of the early Christian church (Acts 9:32-35).

Theological Implications:

From a theological perspective, the inclusion of Elpaal in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles serves to emphasize the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs regarding the multiplication and settlement of their descendants. The detailed genealogies in Chronicles are a testament to God's faithfulness in preserving the tribes of Israel and ensuring their growth and prosperity in the land He had given them.

Elpaal's mention, though brief, contributes to the larger narrative of God's providence and the unfolding of His divine plan through the history of Israel. The genealogies, including those of Elpaal and his descendants, are a reminder of the interconnectedness of the tribes and the shared heritage of the people of Israel.Elpaal

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Elpaal

(God his wages), a Benjamite, son of Hushim and brother of Abitub. (1 Chronicles 8:11) He was the founder of numerous family.

ELPAAL

el-pa'-al ('elpa`al, "God has wrought" (compare el`asah, Jeremiah 29:3)):

The name of a descendant of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 8:11, 12, 18).

508. Elpaal -- perhaps "God of doing," a Benjamite
... 507, 508. Elpaal. 509 . perhaps "God of doing," a Benjamite. Transliteration:
Elpaal Phonetic Spelling: (el-pah'-al) Short Definition: Elpaal. ...
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... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia ELPAAL. ... Multi-Version Concordance Elpaal (3 Occurrences).
1 Chronicles 8:11 Of Hushim he became the father of Abitub and Elpaal. ...
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Elpa'al (3 Occurrences)
Elpa'al. Elpaal, Elpa'al. Elpalet . Multi-Version Concordance Elpa'al (3
Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 8:11 and of Hushim he begot Abitub, and Elpaal. (See ...
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Misham (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Their cleansing or their beholding, a Benjamite, one of
the sons of Elpaal (1 Chronicles 8:12). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ...
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Jezliah (1 Occurrence)
... IZLIAH; JEZLIAH. iz-li'-a (yizli'ah, "Yah delivers"; the King James Version): A
son of Elpaal, of the tribe of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 8:18). JEZLIAH. jez-lia. ...
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Izliah (1 Occurrence)
... IZLIAH; JEZLIAH. iz-li'-a (yizli'ah, "Yah delivers"; the King James Version):
A son of Elpaal, of the tribe of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 8:18). ...
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Eber (16 Occurrences)
... (2.) One of the seven heads of the families of the Gadites (1 Chronicles 5:13).
(3.) The oldest of the three sons of Elpaal the Benjamite (8:12). ...
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Eloth (3 Occurrences)

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Ono (5 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 8:12 The sons of Elpaal: Eber, and Misham, and Shemed, who built Ono
and Lod, with its towns; (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Jobab (9 Occurrences)
... RSV NIV). 1 Chronicles 8:18 and Ishmerai, and Izliah, and Jobab, the sons
of Elpaal, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Jishmerai (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Jishmerai (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 8:18 and Jishmerai,
and Jizliah, and Jobab were the sons of Elpaal. (DBY). ...
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