Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Hebrew • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Heldai is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the books of 1 Chronicles and Zechariah. His name, which can mean "worldly" or "robust," is associated with two distinct individuals in the biblical narrative.1. Heldai the Netophathite: Heldai is listed among David's mighty warriors, a group of elite soldiers who served King David with distinction. In 1 Chronicles 27:15, he is identified as the leader of the twelfth division of the army, which served during the twelfth month. The text states: "The twelfth, for the twelfth month, was Heldai the Netophathite, from the family of Othniel; there were 24,000 men in his division." Heldai's association with the family of Othniel, a prominent judge in Israel's history, suggests a lineage of valor and leadership. 2. Heldai in Zechariah: Another Heldai appears in the book of Zechariah, where he is involved in a symbolic act related to the rebuilding of the temple. In Zechariah 6:10, the prophet is instructed to take silver and gold from Heldai, along with Tobijah and Jedaiah, who have returned from Babylon, to make a crown for Joshua the high priest. The passage reads: "Take silver and gold from the exiles—Heldai, Tobijah, and Jedaiah, who have arrived from Babylon—and go that same day to the house of Josiah son of Zephaniah." This act symbolizes the restoration and future glory of the temple, with Heldai playing a role in this prophetic vision. Heldai's mention in these contexts highlights his involvement in significant moments of Israel's history, both in the military exploits of King David's reign and in the post-exilic period of temple restoration. His participation in these events underscores the themes of faithfulness and divine purpose that run throughout the biblical narrative. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary HeldaiHeleb, Heled, the world; rustiness Smith's Bible Dictionary Heldai(worldly).
Easton's Bible Dictionary Wordly. (1.) 1 Chronicles 27:15; called also Heleb (2 Samuel 23:29); one of David's captains. (2.) Zechariah 6:10, one who returned from Babylon. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia HELDAIhel'-da-i (chelday): Strong's Hebrew 2469. Chelday -- two Israelites... Chelday. 2470 . two Israelites. Transliteration: Chelday Phonetic Spelling: (khel-dah'-ee) Short Definition: Heldai. ... NASB Word Usage Heldai (2). Heldai. ... /hebrew/2469.htm - 6k Thesaurus Heldai (4 Occurrences)...HELDAI. hel'-da-i (chelday): (1) A captain of the temple-service, appointed for the 12th month (1 Chronicles 27:15). ...Heldai (4 Occurrences). ... /h/heldai.htm - 8k Othniel (7 Occurrences) 24000 (10 Occurrences) Zephani'ah (10 Occurrences) Netophathite (9 Occurrences) Netoph'athite (3 Occurrences) Oth'ni-el (6 Occurrences) Jedaiah (13 Occurrences) Jedai'ah (13 Occurrences) Tobijah (17 Occurrences) Resources Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible ThesuarusConcordance Heldai (4 Occurrences)2 Samuel 23:29 1 Chronicles 27:15 Zechariah 6:10 Zechariah 6:14 Subtopics Heldai: The Netophathite: And Heleb Heldai: The Netophathite: Called Heled Heldai: The Netophathite: One of David's Heroes Related Terms |