Gaddis
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Gaddis in the Bible?
Gaddis was the eldest son of Mattathias and brother of Judas Maccabeus, recorded in 1 Maccabees 2:2 as one of the five sons of Mattathias who initiated the revolt.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Gaddis clarifies the familial structure of the Maccabean leadership, providing context for the succession of command from Mattathias to his sons during the Jewish uprising.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Gaddis reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Gaddis in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Gaddis clarify?
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.
How to Cite This Entry
"Gaddis." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/gaddis/