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Obed(2)

Obed in the Bible — son of Ephlal (1CH 2:37). Obed belonged to the tribe of Judah. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.

Name meaning: “a servant; workman”

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

Names & Labels (1)

Obedproper name
Hebrew
עוֹבֵד
Transliteration
oved
Meaning
servant [worshiper]
Greek
Ωβηδ
Reference
1CH 2:37
Strong's
H5744

Family & Relationships (2)

son

Ephlal(1CH 2:37)

father

Jehu(1CH 2:38)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Obed in the Bible?

Obed is described in the Bible as son of Ephlal (1CH 2:37). 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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