Obadiah עֹבַדְיָ֫הוּ
Levite overseer of temple repairs
Who is Obadiah in the Bible?
Obadiah was a Levite who served as an overseer during the temple repairs under King Josiah of Judah (2 Chronicles 34:12). He was appointed to supervise the workmen and ensure that the restoration work was completed according to the king's instructions. The temple had fallen into disrepair during the reigns of previous kings who had abandoned the worship of God, making Josiah's restoration project a crucial part of his religious reforms. Obadiah's role exemplifies the important function that Levites played in both the spiritual and practical maintenance of the temple, supporting the king's efforts to return Judah to faithful worship.
Biography
Obadiah was a Levite who served as an overseer during the repairs of the temple in the reign of King Josiah of Judah (2Ch.34.12). He was one of the Levites appointed to supervise the workmen and ensure that the repairs were carried out according to the king's instructions. The temple had fallen into disrepair during the reigns of previous kings who had turned away from the Lord. Josiah's initiative to restore the temple was a significant step in his reforms to bring Judah back to the worship of the true God. Obadiah's role as an overseer demonstrates the involvement of the Levites in the practical aspects of maintaining the temple and supporting the king's religious reforms.
In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Chronicles 1 verse
- 2 Chronicles 34:12
"And the men did the work faithfully. The Levites overseeing them were Jahath and Obadiah, descendants of Merari, and Zechariah and Meshullam, descendants of Kohath. Other Levites, all skilled with musical instruments,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֹבַדְיָ֫הוּ |