Topical Encyclopedia Elnathan is a name found in the Old Testament, meaning "God has given" or "Gift of God." The name appears in several contexts, associated with different individuals, primarily during the time of the kings of Judah and the Babylonian exile. The name reflects a common theme in Hebrew culture, emphasizing the belief in divine providence and blessing.1. Elnathan of Jerusalem: Elnathan is mentioned in the context of the reign of King Jehoiakim of Judah. He was the son of Achbor and served as an official in the royal court. Elnathan is noted for his involvement in the extradition of the prophet Uriah. Uriah had fled to Egypt to escape the wrath of King Jehoiakim after prophesying against Jerusalem and Judah. Elnathan, at the king's command, went to Egypt and brought Uriah back to Jerusalem, where the prophet was executed. This account is found in Jeremiah 26:22-23: "Then King Jehoiakim sent men to Egypt: Elnathan son of Achbor and certain other men with him. They brought Uriah out of Egypt and took him to King Jehoiakim, who had him put to the sword and his body thrown into the burial place of the common people." 2. Elnathan, Father-in-law of King Jehoiachin: Another Elnathan is mentioned as the father of Nehushta, the mother of King Jehoiachin of Judah. This Elnathan is thus the grandfather of Jehoiachin, who was taken into Babylonian captivity. The reference to this Elnathan is found in 2 Kings 24:8: "Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem three months. His mother’s name was Nehushta daughter of Elnathan of Jerusalem." 3. Elnathan in the Book of Ezra: In the post-exilic period, during the return of the exiles from Babylon, an Elnathan is mentioned among the leaders sent by Ezra to bring Levites to serve in the temple. This Elnathan is one of the men of understanding whom Ezra sent to Iddo, the leader at Casiphia, to procure ministers for the house of God. This account is found in Ezra 8:16: "Then I summoned Eliezer, Ariel, Shemaiah, Elnathan, Jarib, Elnathan, Nathan, Zechariah, and Meshullam, who were leaders, and Joiarib and Elnathan, who were men of learning." The name Elnathan, therefore, appears in various significant historical and religious contexts within the Old Testament narrative. Each mention of Elnathan highlights different aspects of the political and religious life of Israel and Judah, from the turbulent times of the monarchy to the hopeful period of restoration after the exile. Smith's Bible Dictionary Elnathan or Elnathan(God hath given).
Strong's Hebrew 494. Elnathan -- "God has given," the name of several Israelites... Elnathan. 495 . "God has given," the name of several Israelites. Transliteration: Elnathan Phonetic Spelling: (el-naw-thawn') Short Definition: Elnathan. ... /hebrew/494.htm - 6k Library Letter G The Writing of an Ancient Book The Medes and the Second Chaldaean Empire Resources Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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