Obed עוֹבֵד
Descendant of Judah
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
"and Zabad became the father of Ephlal, and Ephlal became the father of Obed,"
- 1 Chronicles 2:38
"and Obed became the father of Jehu, and Jehu became the father of Azariah,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עוֹבֵד | H5744H |