Overseer of David's camels
Obil
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 27:30.
אוֹבִילObil
The name means “that weeps; who deserves to be bewailed.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
About Obil Written by AI
Obil was an Ishmaelite who served as the overseer of King David's camels (1 Chronicles 27:30). He was one of the officials appointed by David to manage various aspects of his royal holdings. As an Ishmaelite, Obil likely had extensive knowledge of camels, which were important for transportation and trade in the region. His role demonstrates the diversity of David's administration and the king's willingness to employ skilled individuals from various backgrounds.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
A keeper of camels, an Ishmaelite who was “over the camels” in the time of David (1 Chr. 27:30).
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 27:30
Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.