Old Testament
Jathniel
A Korahite gatekeeper and the fourth son of Meshelemiah, serving during the reign of King David.
Jathniel was a descendant of Korah who served as a gatekeeper in the temple organization established by King David. As the fourth son of Meshelemiah, he was part of the priestly and Levitical structure responsible for the security and order of the sanctuary. His mention in 1 Chronicles 26 highlights the meticulous record-keeping of the Levites' duties and their faithful service in the house of the Lord.
In the text
- Verses
- 1
- Books
- 1
- First appears
- 1 Chronicles 26:2
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 26:2
Where Jathniel appears
1 verse · 1 chapterIn the same books
- Melech2 versesA descendant of King Saul and son of Micah, listed in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin.
- Ben1 versesA Levite gatekeeper who served during the transfer of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.
- Amnon22 versesThe firstborn son of King David whose violent actions against his half-sister Tamar triggered a cycle of family tragedy.
- Ahithophel17 versesA trusted counselor to King David who defected to join Absalom's rebellion against the throne.
- Heman12 versesA Levite musician and seer appointed by David to lead temple worship and praise.
- Mephibosheth12 versesThe crippled son of Jonathan who received David's covenant kindness and a permanent place at the royal table.
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