Jehonadab
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jehonadab in the Bible?
The biblical record mentions two distinct men named Jehonadab: one was the son of Shimeah and a cousin (not brother) to King David, who advised Amnon in his plot against Tamar; the other was the son of Rekhab, who allied with Jehu to eradicate Baal worship in Israel.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding Jehonadab clarifies the political maneuvering within David's family and highlights the continuity of Davidic loyalty during the radical religious shifts of the northern kingdom.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jehonadab reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jehonadab in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jehonadab clarify?
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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.
How to Cite This Entry
"Jehonadab." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jehonadab/