Son of Shammai, from the tribe of Judah.
Nadab
Named in 2 verses of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 2:28.
נָדָבNadab
The name means “free and voluntary gift; prince.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
About Nadab Written by AI
Nadab is mentioned briefly in 1 Chronicles 2:28 and 1 Chronicles 2:30 as one of the sons of Shammai, a descendant of Judah through his son Jerahmeel. This reference appears in a genealogical record that traces the lineage of the tribe of Judah, providing insight into the family lines within the tribe. In the genealogy, Shammai is listed as the son of Onam, who was the son of Jerahmeel (1 Chronicles 2:26 to 28). Nadab is named alongside his brother Abishur as the sons of Shammai (1 Chronicles 2:28). Apart from being listed as a son of Shammai, no additional information is provided about Nadab's life, character, or role within the tribe of Judah. His mention in the genealogy serves primarily to establish his place within the family line and to contribute to the overall record of the tribe's history and lineage. The inclusion of Nadab in this genealogical record demonstrates the importance of family heritage and tribal identity in ancient Israelite society. These records helped establish the legitimacy of land claims, leadership roles, and the preservation of the tribe's history and connection to their ancestors.
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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Nadab, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
Liberal, generous. (1.) The eldest of Aaron’s four sons (Ex. 6:23; Num. 3:2). He with his brothers and their father were consecrated as priests of Jehovah (Ex. 28:1). He afterwards perished with Abihu for the sin of offering strange fire on the altar of burnt-offering (Lev. 10:1,2; Num. 3:4; 26:60).
(2.) The son and successor of Jeroboam, the king of Israel (1 Kings 14:20). While engaged with all Israel in laying siege to Gibbethon, a town of southern Dan (Josh. 19:44), a conspiracy broke out in his army, and he was slain by Baasha (1 Kings 15:25-28), after a reign of two years (B.C. 955-953). The assassination of Nadab was followed by that of his whole house, and thus this great Ephraimite family became extinct (1 Kings 15:29).
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(3.) One of the sons of Shammai in the tribe of Judah (1 Chr. 2:28, 30).
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 2:28
The sons of Onam: Shammai and Jada. The sons of Shammai: Nadab and Abishur.
- 1 Chronicles 2:30
The sons of Nadab: Seled and Appaim. Seled died without children.
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