The name of two leaders: Hanniel, son of Ephod and prince of Manasseh, and Hanniel, son of Ulla and leader of Asher.
Definition
Hanniel, meaning “grace of God,” was the name of two leaders: a son of Ephod and prince of Manasseh, and a son of Ulla and leader of Asher.
Biblical Usage
The Manassite Hanniel assisted in dividing Canaan among the tribes. The Asherite Hanniel was a prince and notable warrior of his tribe.
Historical Background
The Asherite Hanniel is rendered “Haniel” in the King James Version.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Grace of God. (1.) A chief of the tribe of Manasseh (Num. 34:23). (2.) A chief of the tribe of Asher (1 Chr. 7:39).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>han'-i-el (channi'el "grace of God"):</p><p>(1) The son of Ephod and a prince of Manasseh who assisted in dividing Canaan among the tribes (Nu 34:23).</p><p>(2) A son of Ulla and a prince and hero of the tribe of Asher (1Ch 7:39); the King James Version "Haniel."</p>