Bible Dictionary
Chelub
Chelub was the name of two men: the father of Mehir in Judah’s genealogies and the father of Ezri, an officer over David’s agricultural work.
Definition
Chelub is the name of two men in the biblical records: the father of Mehir in Judah’s genealogy and the father of Ezri, one of David’s officers.
Biblical Usage
The first Chelub appears in a genealogy of Judah. The second is identified as an officer serving David in connection with his agricultural administration.
Historical Background
The name of the first may be a variation of Caleb. The supplied material directs the entry to the genealogical records.
Scripture References
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International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ke'-lub:</p><p>(1) kelubh, father of Mehir (1Ch 4:11); the name is probably a variation of Caleb. Wellhausen (De gentibus et familiis Judaeis) reads kalebh ben chezron.</p><p>(2) Father of Ezri (1Ch 27:26), one of the officers of David.</p><p>See GENEALOGY.</p>