The story of Caleb
Caleb was a biblical figure who was a leader of the Israelites during the Exodus from Egypt. He was the son of Jephunneh and the brother of Hur. He is best known for his faithfulness and loyalty to God. Caleb was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to scout out the land of Canaan. He and Joshua were the only two spies who reported back with a positive outlook, encouraging the Israelites to take the land. As a result, Caleb was promised a portion of the land by God. Caleb was a warrior and a leader of the Israelites. He fought in the Battle of Jericho and was instrumental in the victory. He also led the Israelites in the Battle of Debir, where he defeated the Canaanite king and captured the city. Caleb was a faithful servant of God and was rewarded for his loyalty. He was granted the land of Hebron and lived there until his death. He is remembered for his faithfulness and courage in the face of adversity. He is an example of faithfulness and loyalty to God and is an important figure in the Bible.
Name meaning
Faithful
Name origin
Hebrew
Role
Spy.
First mention
Numbers 13:6
Appearances in the Bible
37 mentions
In Hebrew
כלב