Overseer of King David's herds in the valleys
Adlai
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 27:29.
עַדְלָ֑יAdlai
The name means “my witness; my ornament.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Children
- Shaphat
About Adlai Written by AI
Adlai is mentioned briefly in 1 Chronicles 27:29 as one of the officials in charge of King David's agricultural resources. He was responsible for overseeing the herds that were pastured in the valleys. The context of 1Chronicles 27 is a description of the organization of David's kingdom, including the officials who were in charge of various aspects of the kingdom's resources and administration. The chapter lists the individuals responsible for the treasury, the military, the agricultural resources, and other important functions. Adlai's specific role was to manage the herds that grazed in the valleys, ensuring their well-being and productivity. This highlights the importance of agriculture and livestock in the economy of ancient Israel and the need for competent individuals to oversee these resources.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 27:29
Shitrai the Sharonite was in charge of the herds grazing in Sharon. Shaphat son of Adlai was in charge of the herds in the valleys.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.