Zabdi זַבְדִּי
Son of Shimei, a Benjamite
Who is Zabdi in the Bible?
Zabdi was a son of Shimei, a Benjamite whose name appears in the genealogical record of the tribe of Benjamin found in 1 Chronicles 8:19. He is part of the ancestral line that includes King Saul, Israel's first king, though no specific details about his individual life or accomplishments are recorded in scripture. While little is known about Zabdi himself, his inclusion in this genealogy underscores the biblical emphasis on family lineage and tribal ancestry as a way of establishing identity and connection to Israel's royal line.
Biography
Zabdi is listed as one of the sons of Shimei (or 'Shimhi') in the genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin. This genealogy traces the lineage of King Saul, Israel's first king, who came from the tribe of Benjamin. Zabdi is mentioned alongside his brothers, but no further information is provided about his life or role within the tribe. His inclusion in the genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage in Israelite society.
Family
Siblings
- Jakim Tribe of BenjaminSaul's familyBenjamite, son of ShimeiView full profile →
- Zichri Tribe of LeviSon of JoramLevite, descendant of Moses, treasurerView full profile →
- Elienai Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShimeiA Benjamite descendant of Shimei.View full profile →
- Zillethai MaleDavid's warriorManassite leader who joined David at ZiklagView full profile →
- Eliel Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShimeiDescendant of Shimei from the tribe of BenjaminView full profile →
- Adaiah Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShimeiA descendant of BenjaminView full profile →
- Beraiah Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShimeiBenjamite descendant of ShimeiView full profile →
- Shimrath Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShimeiBenjamite descendant of Shimei, son of Elpaal.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 8:19
"Jakim, Zichri, Zabdi,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | זַבְדִּי |