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Obed(4)

Obed in the Bible — son of Shemaiah [Shemaiah_9] (1CH 26:7). Obed belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.

Name meaning: a servant; workman

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Gender
male
Tribe
Levi
Scripture References
2 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
1 connection

Names & Labels (1)

Obedproper name
Hebrew
עוֹבֵ֔ד
Transliteration
obed
Meaning
servant [worshiper]
Greek
Ωβηδ
Reference
1CH 26:7
Strong's
H5744

Family & Relationships (1)

son

Shemaiah(1CH 26:7)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Obed in the Bible?

Obed is described in the Bible as son of Shemaiah [Shemaiah_9] (1CH 26:7). Obed belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Obed mean?

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

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