Adiel עֲדִיאֵל

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Overseer of King David's treasuries

Who is Adiel in the Bible?

Adiel was the son of Azmaveth and served as an overseer of King David's treasuries, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 27:25. He was one of several officials appointed to manage the royal administration during David's reign, responsible for safeguarding and overseeing the king's wealth, precious metals, and valuable assets. As a trusted administrator with direct control over the kingdom's financial resources, Adiel held a position of significant authority and influence in David's government. His role demonstrates the complex organizational structure David established to manage the expanding wealth and resources of the unified Israelite kingdom.

Biography

Adiel, the son of Azmaveth, is mentioned in the book of 1 Chronicles as one of the officials responsible for overseeing King David's treasuries (1Ch.27.25). He is listed among the various administrators and leaders who were appointed to manage the king's assets and resources.

The context of Adiel's mention is the organization of David's kingdom, which included the appointment of officials to oversee various aspects of the royal administration. The treasuries under Adiel's supervision likely included the wealth, precious metals, and other valuable items belonging to the king and the kingdom.

As an overseer of the royal treasuries, Adiel would have been a trusted official with significant responsibility. His role would have required financial acumen, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain accurate records of the kingdom's assets.

No further details are provided about Adiel's background, his family, or any specific events or challenges he may have faced in his role as an overseer of the treasuries. His mention in the list of David's officials serves to highlight the structure and organization of the kingdom during David's reign and the importance of capable administrators in managing the kingdom's resources.

The fact that Adiel is specifically named in this context suggests that he was a notable figure in David's administration, entrusted with a significant responsibility in overseeing the royal treasuries.

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In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 27:25

    "Azmaveth son of Adiel was in charge of the royal storehouses. Jonathan son of Uzziah was in charge of the storehouses in the country, in the cities, in the villages, and in the fortresses."

Names & Aliases

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Named Hebrew עֲדִיאֵל
Encyclopedia Article

Adiel

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

(2) Father of Maasai, one of the priests who dwelt in Jerusalem after the return from the Exile (1Ch 9:12).

(3) Father of Azmaveth who was over David's treasures (1Ch 27:25).

a'-din (`adhin, "adorned"): The name of a family, "the sons of Adin" (Ezr 2:15; 8:6; Ne 7:20; <ref osisRef="Bib