Gederite
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Gederite in the Bible?
The Gederites were officials appointed by King David to oversee agricultural resources, specifically olive and sycamore-fig orchards, in the Shephelah region, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 27:28.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying the Gederites clarifies the administrative structure of David's kingdom, demonstrating how biblical narratives reflect a sophisticated system of resource management and economic organization in ancient Israel.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Gederite reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Gederite in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Gederite clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 27:28
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
"Gederite." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/gederite/