Obadiah עֹבַדְיָ֫הוּ
Son of Azel
Who is Obadiah in the Bible?
Obadiah was one of the six sons of Azel, a descendant of King Saul from the tribe of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 8:38; 9:44). His brothers were Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, and Hanan. The inclusion of Obadiah and his family in the genealogical records of Saul demonstrates the biblical importance of preserving family lineage and maintaining accurate records of ancestry, even for those not in the direct line of the Davidic kingdom.
Biography
Obadiah was one of the six sons of Azel, a descendant of King Saul from the tribe of Benjamin (1Ch.8.38; 9.44). His brothers were Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, and Hanan. The mention of Obadiah and his brothers in the genealogy of Saul emphasizes the importance of family records and the preservation of lineage, even for those who were not part of the royal line of David.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:3
"The son of Uzzi: Izrahiah. The sons of Izrahiah: Michael, Obadiah, Joel, and Isshiah. All five of them were chiefs."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֹבַדְיָ֫הוּ |