Obed עוֹבֵד
Descendant of Judah
Who is Obed in the Bible?
Obed was a descendant of Judah through the line of Jerahmeel, serving as an important link in the tribal genealogy recorded in 1 Chronicles 2:37-38. He was the son of Ephlal and the father of Jehu, appearing in the detailed family records that traced the lineage of Judah's descendants. While Obed himself is not described as having any significant personal role in biblical history, his inclusion in the genealogy of Jerahmeel emphasizes the importance of family lineage and inheritance within the tribe of Judah. His place in this ancestral record connects the broader narrative of Judah's tribal heritage and the preservation of family lines throughout Israel's history.
Biography
Obed was a descendant of Judah through the line of Jerahmeel (1Ch.2.37-38). He was the son of Ephlal and the father of Jehu. Obed is mentioned in the genealogy of Jerahmeel, which is part of the larger genealogy of the tribe of Judah.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 2:37
"Zabad was the father of Ephlal, Ephlal was the father of Obed,"
- 1 Chronicles 2:38
"Obed was the father of Jehu, Jehu was the father of Azariah,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עוֹבֵד |