Ohad אֹ֫הַד
Son of Simeon
Who is Ohad in the Bible?
Ohad was one of the sons of Simeon, the second son of Jacob, mentioned in the genealogical records of Genesis 46:10 and Exodus 6:15. He appears in the lists of Simeon's family recorded during the time when the Israelites were in Egypt and during the Exodus. Beyond his inclusion in these genealogies, no other details about Ohad's life, actions, or descendants are provided in Scripture. His name serves as part of the important family records that the Israelites maintained to preserve their tribal and familial connections during this formative period of their history.
Biography
Ohad was one of the sons of Simeon, the second son of Israel (or 'Jacob') (Gen.46.10; Exo.6.15). He is mentioned in the genealogies of Simeon, which were recorded when the Israelites were in Egypt and during the Exodus. No further details about Ohad's life or descendants are provided in the Bible. His name is listed among his brothers as part of the family record, highlighting the importance of genealogies in the Israelite tradition.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Jemuel Tribe of SimeonSon of SimeonSon of Simeon, also known as Nemuel.View full profile →
- Jamin Tribe of JudahSon of RamSon of Ram, descendant of JudahView full profile →
- Jachin MaleHead of a priestly division during David's reign.View full profile →
- Zerah Tribe of LeviSon of IddoLevite of the Gershonite clanView full profile →
- Shaul Tribe of LeviSon of UzziahLevite descendant of KohathView full profile →
In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 2 with study contentGenesis 1 verse
- Genesis 46:10
"The sons of Simeon: Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul the son of a Canaanite woman."
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Exodus 1 verse
- Exodus 6:15
"The sons of Simeon were Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul, the son of a Canaanite woman. These were the clans of Simeon."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֹ֫הַד |