Overview
Jeriah (also spelled Jerijah) was a prominent Levite during King David's era who held significant responsibility over the eastern territories of Israel beyond the Jordan River. He is mentioned in connection with the tribal numbering and served as a chief among the Levites, demonstrating both administrative capability and spiritual maturity in his leadership roles.
Key Scriptures
"In the fortieth year of David's reign they searched out the records and found mighty men of valor among them at Jazer of Gilead. King David assigned him and his brothers, 2,700 men in all, heads of families, to oversee the Reubenites, the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh in all matters pertaining to God and the affairs of the king" (1 Chronicles 26:31, ESV).
"Jeriah was the chief of the Hebronites according to their genealogies by fathers' houses" (1 Chronicles 23:19, ESV).
Application
Jeriah's faithful stewardship in both spiritual and administrative duties encourages believers to pursue excellence and integrity in whatever leadership responsibilities God entrusts to them.