Jehoaddah יְהוֹעַדָּה
Descendant of King Saul
Who is Jehoaddah in the Bible?
Jehoaddah, also known as Jarah, was a descendant of King Saul listed in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 8:36 and 9:42). He appears in the royal lineage tracing Saul's family line among the Benjamites, though no details are provided about his personal life or historical role. The use of two different names for this figure, Jehoaddah and Jarah, likely represents variant spellings or alternate designations common in biblical genealogies. His inclusion in these genealogical records serves the broader purpose of documenting the continuation of Saul's descendants within Israel's tribal structure, preserving the memory of the first king's family line.
Biography
Jehoaddah, also referred to as Jarah, is mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin in 1Ch.8.36 and 1Ch.9.42. He is listed as one of the descendants of King Saul, Israel's first king. In both passages, his name appears in the genealogy of Saul's descendants, suggesting that he was a member of the royal family. However, no further information is provided about his life, his role in the family, or his place in the history of Israel. The fact that he is mentioned by two different names, Jehoaddah and Jarah, suggests that one may have been a variant spelling or a nickname. The inclusion of his name in the genealogies serves to trace the lineage of Saul and to highlight the continuing presence of his descendants among the people of Benjamin.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 8:36
"Ahaz was the father of Jehoaddah, Jehoaddah was the father of Alemeth, Azmaveth, and Zimri, and Zimri was the father of Moza."
- 1 Chronicles 9:42
"Ahaz was the father of Jarah; Jarah was the father of Alemeth, Azmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri was the father of Moza."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְהוֹעַדָּה |
| Named | Hebrew | יַעְרָה |