Obadiahעֹבַדְיָ֫הוּ
Descendant of David
Who is Obadiah in the Bible?
Obadiah was a descendant of King David mentioned in the genealogy of David's line in 1 Chronicles 3:21. He was the son of Arnan and the father of Shecaniah, representing one generation in the continuation of the Davidic dynasty. Although no details about his personal life or accomplishments are recorded in Scripture, his inclusion in David's genealogy underscores the biblical importance of family lineage and the enduring significance of the royal line established through David.
Biography
Obadiah was a descendant of King David, mentioned in the genealogy of David's descendants (1Ch.3.21). He was the son of Arnan and the father of Shecaniah. No further details about his life or role are provided in the Bible. His inclusion in the genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage and the continuation of David's dynasty.
Family
Siblings
- PelatiahTribe of JudahSon of HananiahDescendant of King SolomonView full profile →
- JeshaiahTribe of LeviSon of JeduthunA Levite, son of Jeduthun the musician.View full profile →
- RephaiahTribe of JudahSon of HananiahA descendant of King DavidView full profile →
- ArnanTribe of JudahSon of HananiahDescendant of David's son SolomonView full profile →
- ShecaniahMaleLevite priest in David's timeView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 3:21
"The descendants of Hananiah: Pelatiah, Jeshaiah, and the sons of Rephaiah, of Arnan, of Obadiah, and of Shecaniah."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֹבַדְיָ֫הוּ |