Gadite warrior who joined David
Zebadiah
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 12:7.
זְבַדְיָהוּZebadiah
The name means “portion of the Lord; the Lord is my portion.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
About Zebadiah Written by AI
Zebadiah is listed among the Gadite warriors who joined David's army when he was seeking refuge from King Saul at Ziklag. The Gadites were known for their bravery and skill in battle. Zebadiah, along with his fellow Gadites, is described as a brave warrior and a commander in the army. They joined David's forces and provided military support during his time of need. Zebadiah's presence among David's followers demonstrates the loyalty and support he received from various tribes during his rise to power.
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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Zebadiah, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
Gift of Jehovah. (1.) A son of Asahel, Joab’s brother (1 Chr. 27:7).
(2.) A Levite who took part as one of the teachers in the system of national education instituted by Jehoshaphat (2 Chr. 17:7, 8).
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(3.) The son of Ishmael, “the ruler of the house of Judah in all the king’s matters” (2 Chr. 19:8-11).
(4.) A son of Beriah (1 Chr. 8:15).
(5.) A Korhite porter of the Lord’s house (1 Chr. 26:2). Three or four others of this name are also mentioned.
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 12:7
and Joelah and Zebadiah, the sons of Jeroham from Gedor.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.