Nadab נָדָב
Son of Shammai, from the tribe of Judah.
Biography
Nadab is mentioned briefly in 1Ch.2.28 and 1Ch.2.30 as one of the sons of Shammai, a descendant of Judah through his son Jerahmeel. This reference appears in a genealogical record that traces the lineage of the tribe of Judah, providing insight into the family lines within the tribe.
In the genealogy, Shammai is listed as the son of Onam, who was the son of Jerahmeel (1Ch.2.26-28). Nadab is named alongside his brother Abishur as the sons of Shammai (1Ch.2.28).
Apart from being listed as a son of Shammai, no additional information is provided about Nadab's life, character, or role within the tribe of Judah. His mention in the genealogy serves primarily to establish his place within the family line and to contribute to the overall record of the tribe's history and lineage.
The inclusion of Nadab in this genealogical record demonstrates the importance of family heritage and tribal identity in ancient Israelite society. These records helped establish the legitimacy of land claims, leadership roles, and the preservation of the tribe's history and connection to their ancestors.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 2:28
"The sons of Onam were Shammai and Jada. The sons of Shammai: Nadab and Abishur."
- 1 Chronicles 2:30
"The sons of Nadab: Seled and Appaim; but Seled died without children."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | נָדָב | H5070I |
Nadab
le:1Chr.6.3">1Ch 6:3 (Hebrew 5:29); 24:1). He was permitted with Moses, Aaron, the 70 elders, and his brother Abihu to ascend Mt. Sinai and behold the God of Israel (Ex 24:1,9). He was associated with his father and brothers in the priestly office (Ex 28:1). Along with Abihu he was guilty of offering "strange fire," and both "died before Yahweh" (Le 10:1,2; Nu 3:4; 26:61). The nature of their offense is far from clear. The word rendered "strange" seems in this connection to mean no more than "unauthorized by the Law" (see zur, in BDB, and compare Ex 30:9). The proximity of the prohibition of wine to officiating priests (Le 10:8,9) has given rise to the erroneous suggestion of the Midrash that the offense of the brothers was drunkenness.
(2) A descendant of Jerahmeel (1Ch 2:28,30).
(3) A Gibeonite (1Ch 8:30).
(4) Son of Jeroboam I and after him for two years king of Israel (1Ki 14:20; 15:25). While Nadab was investing Gibbethon, a Philistine stronghold, Baasha, who probably was an officer in the army, as throne-robbers usually were, conspired against him, slew him and seized the throne (1Ki 15:27-31). With the assassination of Nadab the dynasty of Jeroboam was extirpated, as foretold by the prophet Ahijah (1Ki 14). This event is typical of the entire history of the Northern Kingdom, characterized by revolutions and counter-revolutions.
John A. Lees
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