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Obed

Obed in the Bible — son of Ruth and father of Jesse (RUT 4:17). Obed belonged to the tribe of Judah. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.

Name meaning: a servant; workman

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Gender
male
Tribe
Judah
Scripture References
4 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
3 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Obedproper name
Hebrew
עוֹבֵ֔ד
Transliteration
obed
Meaning
servant [worshiper]
Greek
Ωβηδ
Reference
RUT 4:17
Strong's
H5744

Family & Relationships (3)

son

Boaz(RUT 4:13)
Ruth(RUT 4:13)

father

Jesse(RUT 4:17)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Obed in the Bible?

Obed is described in the Bible as son of Ruth and father of Jesse (RUT 4:17). Obed belonged to the tribe of Judah.

What does the name Obed mean?

The name Obed means “a servant; workman” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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