Adnah עַדְנָה
Manassite leader who joined David at Ziklag
Who is Adnah in the Bible?
Adnah was a Manassite leader who defected to David at Ziklag while David was fleeing from King Saul, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 12:20. He joined a growing coalition of warriors from multiple tribes, including Benjamin and Judah, who recognized David as Israel's future king and pledged their military support to him. Adnah's alignment with David, along with other northern tribal leaders, demonstrates the expanding recognition of David's rightful claim to the throne even before he became king. His defection illustrates David's remarkable ability to inspire loyalty and gather skilled warriors around him during his years of exile and struggle for power.
Biography
Adnah is mentioned in 1Ch.12.20 as one of the Manassite leaders who joined David at Ziklag when he was seeking refuge from King Saul. Along with other warriors from the tribes of Benjamin and Judah, these Manassites defected to David and provided him with military support.
The context of 1 Chronicles 12 describes the various groups of warriors who aligned themselves with David during his time of exile and his rise to power. These men were skilled in battle and loyal to David, recognizing him as the chosen leader of Israel.
Adnah's defection to David, along with the other Manassite leaders, demonstrates the growing support for David as the future king, even among the northern tribes. It also highlights David's ability to attract and inspire loyalty from a diverse group of warriors.
Apart from being listed as one of the Manassite leaders who joined David at Ziklag, no other information is provided about Adnah's background, family, or personal exploits.
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 12:20
"When David went to Ziklag, these men of Manasseh defected to him: Adnah, Jozabad, Jediael, Michael, Jozabad, Elihu, and Zillethai, chiefs of thousands in Manasseh."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עַדְנָה |