Darda
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Darda in the Bible?
Darda is listed among the wisest men of his time in 1 Kings 4:31, where his wisdom is compared to that of King Solomon, Asaph, Heman, and Chalcol. He is described as the son of Mahol, though some textual traditions suggest a connection to Zerah, son of Judah.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Darda helps readers understand the scope of Solomon's renowned wisdom by showing it was part of a recognized group of exceptional scholars, thereby contextualizing the biblical emphasis on royal wisdom as a collective intellectual achievement rather than an isolated trait.
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.