Obed
Obed was the father of Azariah, one of the captains who supported Joash in overthrowing Athaliah.
The name Obed means “a servant; workman”
MaleDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book1 verse
Summary
A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2 Chronicles 23:1; only referred to as Obed (עוֹבֵד); father of Azariah.
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Family members
- Children
Alternative names
- עוֹבֵדObed
Mentions
- Then in the seventh year, Jehoiada strengthened himself and made a covenant with the commanders of hundreds—with Azariah son of Jeroham, Ishmael son of Jehohanan, Azariah son of Obed, Maaseiah son of Adaiah, and Elishaphat son of Zichri.