Ben-abinadab בֶּן־אֲבִינָדָב
Solomon's son-in-law, an official in his administration.
Who is Ben-abinadab in the Bible?
Ben-abinadab was one of the twelve officials appointed by King Solomon to oversee the provision of food for the royal household, as recorded in 1 Kings 4:11. He was married to Taphath, one of Solomon's daughters, which strengthened his position within the administration and ensured his loyalty to the crown. His assigned district was the region of Dor, and like the other eleven officials, he was responsible for supplying provisions for the king's court for one month each year. The strategic marriage alliance and administrative appointment of Ben-abinadab demonstrate Solomon's wisdom in organizing his kingdom and securing the support of influential families to maintain stability and loyalty.
Biography
Ben-abinadab is mentioned in 1Ki.4.11 as one of the twelve officials appointed by King Solomon to oversee the provision of food for the king and his household. Each official was responsible for supplying provisions for one month out of the year. Ben-abinadab's district included the region of Dor, and he is noted as being married to Taphath, one of Solomon's daughters. This marriage alliance likely strengthened Ben-abinadab's position within Solomon's administration and ensured his loyalty to the king. The appointment of these twelve officials and the strategic marriage alliances demonstrate Solomon's wisdom in organizing his kingdom and securing the support of influential individuals.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Kings 1 verse
- 1 Kings 4:11
"Ben-abinadab in Naphath-dor (Taphath, a daughter of Solomon, was his wife);"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בֶּן־אֲבִינָדָב |
Ben-abinadab
>1Ki 4:11). His district was the region of Dor. In the King James Version he is called "the son of Abinadab." His wife was Tappath, the daughter of Solomon.
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