Ardon אַרְדּוֹן
Son of Caleb, brother of Jether and Mered
Who is Ardon in the Bible?
Ardon was a son of Caleb mentioned in the genealogy of Judah found in 1 Chronicles 2:18. He had two brothers, Jether and Mered, and was part of the lineage of Caleb, the faithful Israelite who was known for his unwavering trust in God during the wilderness wanderings. Beyond his listing in this genealogical record, Scripture provides no additional details about Ardon's life or accomplishments. His mention in the genealogy serves to preserve the family line of Judah and connects him to his father's legacy of faithfulness within Israel's tribal structure.
Biography
Ardon is mentioned in the genealogy of Judah, found in 1 Chronicles 2. He is listed as one of the sons of Caleb, along with his brothers Jether and Mered. Caleb was a prominent figure in the tribe of Judah, known for his faithfulness to God during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings. The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 2 traces the descendants of Judah, highlighting the important families and individuals within the tribe. Apart from this mention in the genealogical record, no further information is provided about Ardon in the biblical text.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Hur Tribe of JudahAaron's compatriotA companion of Moses and grandfather of Bezalel.View full profile →
- Jesher Tribe of JudahSon of CalebA son of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- Shobab Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- Mesha Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and founder of Ziph.View full profile →
- Haran Tribe of JudahSon of CalebA descendant of Caleb, son of Caleb's concubine Ephah.View full profile →
- Moza Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb by his concubine EphahView full profile →
- Gazez Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and his concubine Ephah.View full profile →
- Sheber Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and his concubine MaacahView full profile →
- Tirhanah Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb by his concubine MaacahView full profile →
- Regem Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, of the tribe of JudahView full profile →
- Jotham Tribe of JudahSon of CalebA son of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- Geshan Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, a descendant of Caleb.View full profile →
- Pelet MaleDavid's warriorBenjamite warrior who joined David at ZiklagView full profile →
- Ephah Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, in Caleb's genealogy.View full profile →
- Shaaph Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- Shaaph Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- Sheva Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb's concubine MaacahView full profile →
- Achsah Tribe of JudahSister of HurDaughter of Caleb, the son of HurView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 2:18
"Caleb son of Hezron had children by his wife Azubah and by Jerioth. These were the sons of Azubah: Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אַרְדּוֹן |