A Gileadite of Rogelim who was distinguished for his loyalty to David. He liberally provided for the king’s followers ([2 Sam. 17:27](/2sam#2Sam.17.27)). David on his death-bed, remembering his kindness, commended Barzillai’s children to the care of Solomon ([1 Kings 2:7](/1kgs#1Kgs.2.7)).