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Eluzai, and Jerimoth, and Bealiah, and Shemariah, and Shephatiah the Haruphite,

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A Surprising Name for God

Scholars like Charles Ellicott point out the fascinating meaning of the name 'Bealiah,' which translates to 'Baal is Yahweh.' This suggests that before 'Baal' became exclusively associated with a false Canaanite god, the term, meaning 'lord' or 'master,' was sometimes used as a title for the one true God of Israel. This reveals the complex history of language and worship in the Old Testament.

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1 Chronicles

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Chronicles 12:1–7

19th Century

Bishop

Men of Benjamin and Judah who joined David at Ziklag. (Compare to 1 Samuel 27:0)

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Chronicles 12:5

17th Century

Pastor

Eluzai, and Jerimoth, and Bealiah, and Shemariah, and
Shephatiah the Haruphite .
] A …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Chronicles 12:1–22

17th Century

Minister

Here is an account of those who appeared and acted as David's friends while he was persecuted. No difficulties or dangers should keep the sinner fr…