Heldai, also known as Heleb and Heled, was a warrior from Netophah who lived during the time of Israel's united kingdom, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 23:29.
About Heldai (Heleb)
A son of Baanah, described as a Netophathite (from Netophah) in the family line of Othniel. He appears first as one of the mighty men of King David (2 Samuel 23:29; 1 Chronicles 11:30, where he is called “Heled”). In 1 Chronicles 27:15 he is named as commander who led an army division of 24,000 soldiers that served during the 12th month of the year.
Family Relationships
- Parents
- Baanah (2 Samuel 23:29)
Key References
The twelfth, for the twelfth month, was Heldai the Netophathite, from the family of Othniel. There were 24,000 men in his division.
All Scripture References (1)
1 Chronicles (1)
The twelfth, for the twelfth month, was Heldai the Netophathite, from the family of Othniel. There were 24,000 men in his division.