Igal
יִגְאָל/EYE-gal/
“He will redeem”
Summary
The name of two men in the Old Testament, most notably the spy who represented the tribe of Issachar.
☩The Spy from Issachar
Igal son of Joseph was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore Canaan. He represented the tribe of Issachar in this reconnaissance mission. Though the majority report was negative, Scripture does not specify Igal's individual stance—he is simply listed among those who searched out the land for forty days.
Key verses:Numbers 13:7
☩David's Mighty Man
Another Igal, son of Nathan of Zobah, was one of David's thirty mighty warriors. He is listed alongside other renowned fighters who served David faithfully. Some identify him with Joel in the parallel passage in Chronicles, suggesting a variant spelling or transcription difference.
Key verses:2 Samuel 23:361 Chronicles 11:38