Bible Dictionary

Ashriel

People & Groups • Old Testament
A Visit With Jesus
  Back to Dictionary Search
Ashriel, properly Asriel, was a descendant of Manasseh and the ancestor of the Asrielite family.

Definition

Ashriel, properly Asriel, was a descendant of Manasseh and the ancestor of the Asrielite family.

Biblical Usage

Ashriel is named in the genealogical record of Manasseh.

Historical Background

The name is explained as meaning “vow of God.”

Scripture References

Related Figures

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
properly As’riel (vow of God). (1 Chronicles 7:14)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ash'-re-el. See ASRIEL.</p>
  Back to Dictionary Search