Nethaneel
נְתַנְאֵל/neh-THAN-ee-el/
“Given of God”
Summary
Nethaneel was a common name in Israel meaning 'given of God,' borne by several individuals including a prince of Issachar and various Levites and priests.
☩The Prince of Issachar
The most prominent Nethaneel was the son of Zuar, who served as the prince of the tribe of Issachar during the wilderness wanderings. He was the second to bring his offering at the dedication of the altar.
Key verses:Numbers 1:8Numbers 2:5Numbers 7:18-23
☩Other Nethaneels
Several other men bore this name, including a brother of David, various Levites who served in David's and Solomon's time, priests in Nehemiah's day, and others. The name reflects the parents' gratitude for God's gift of a child.
Key verses:1 Chronicles 2:141 Chronicles 15:242 Chronicles 17:7Nehemiah 12:21
Related Verses14 mentions
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Nethaneel," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. VI (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).