Hiddai
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Hiddai in the Bible?
Hiddai was a military commander from the tribe of Gad who served in the army of King David and is listed among the 'Thirty' elite warriors in the biblical accounts of 2 Samuel 23 and 1 Chronicles 11.
SIGNIFICANCE
His inclusion in the lists of the Thirty provides insight into the social structure and military organization of the early Israelite monarchy, reflecting the linguistic patterns of the period where the name likely combines a root for 'joy' with a theophoric element.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Hiddai reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Hiddai in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Hiddai 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
"Hiddai." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/hiddai/