Old Testament
Mahol
The father of Heman, Calcol, and Darda, who were men renowned for their wisdom.
Mahol is mentioned in 1 Kings 4:31 as the father of three men noted for their exceptional wisdom, surpassed only by Solomon. While the text provides no further biographical details, his significance lies in his association with these wise figures during the era of Solomon's reign. He serves as a genealogical marker for the intellectual elite of the period.
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- First appears
- I Kings 4:31
- Last appears
- I Kings 4:31
Where Mahol appears
1 verse · 1 chapterIn the same books
- Eli30 versesEli was a high priest and judge of Israel who mentored Samuel and oversaw the tabernacle at Shiloh.
- Naboth18 versesA Jezreelite who refused to sell his ancestral vineyard to King Ahab, leading to his unjust execution.
- Achish16 versesThe Philistine king of Gath who provided sanctuary to David while he was fleeing from King Saul.
- Abishag5 versesA young Shunammite woman chosen to serve as a nurse and companion to King David in his final days.
- Ginath2 versesA man whose followers unsuccessfully contested Omri for the throne of Israel after Zimri's death.
- Tahpenes2 versesAn Egyptian queen who raised the son of Hadad the Edomite in the court of Pharaoh.
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