Oabdius
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Oabdius in the Bible?
A figure listed in 1 Esdras 9:27 as one of the sons of Ela who divorced foreign wives, corresponding to the individual named Abdi in Ezra 10:26.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Oabdius as a variant of Abdi clarifies textual discrepancies between the Masoretic Text and the Septuagint tradition, aiding readers in reconciling parallel biblical accounts of the post-exilic return.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Oabdius reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Oabdius in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Oabdius clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:26
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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
"Oabdius." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/oabdius/