Abda
Abda was the father of Adoram (or 'Adoniram'), who was in charge of forced labor during Solomon's reign.
The name Abda means “a servant; servitude”
MaleUnited Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book1 verse
Summary
A man living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1 Kings 4:6; only referred to as Abda (עַבְדָּא); father of Adoram.
Glossary entries
Family members
- Children
Alternative names
- עַבְדָּאAbda
Mentions
- Ahishar was in charge of the palace; and Adoniram son of Abda was in charge of the forced labor.