Barzillai is mentioned 7 times in scripture, across 2 books of the Old Testament. First named in scripture around 1023 BC.
A Gileadite of Rogelim who was distinguished for his loyalty to David. He liberally provided for the king’s followers (2 Sam. 17:27). David on his death-bed, remembering his kindness, commended Barzillai’s children to the care of Solomon (1 Kings 2:7).