Topical Encyclopedia
Adaiah is a biblical name found in several instances throughout the Old Testament, signifying "Yahweh has adorned" or "Yahweh has made." This name is associated with various individuals, each playing distinct roles within the narrative of Israel's history. The name reflects the theocentric culture of ancient Israel, where names often bore witness to the character and actions of God.
1.
Adaiah, the Ancestor of Maaseiah: In
2 Chronicles 23:1, Adaiah is mentioned as the father of Maaseiah, who was one of the captains that supported Jehoiada the priest in the overthrow of Queen Athaliah and the restoration of the rightful king, Joash, to the throne of Judah. This Adaiah is part of a lineage that played a crucial role in preserving the Davidic line, which is significant in the biblical narrative of God's covenant with David.
2.
Adaiah, the Father of Jedidah: In
2 Kings 22:1, Adaiah is noted as the father of Jedidah, who was the mother of King Josiah. Josiah is renowned for his religious reforms and his efforts to restore the worship of Yahweh in Judah. Adaiah's connection to Josiah places him within the lineage that contributed to one of the most significant religious revivals in the history of Judah.
3.
Adaiah, a Levite: In
1 Chronicles 6:41, Adaiah is listed among the Levites, the tribe set apart for religious duties and service in the temple. The Levites were integral to the worship and spiritual life of Israel, and Adaiah's inclusion in this list underscores his role in maintaining the religious traditions and practices of the nation.
4.
Adaiah, a Resident of Jerusalem:
Nehemiah 11:5 mentions an Adaiah who was among the residents of Jerusalem after the return from Babylonian exile. This Adaiah is part of the group that repopulated and rebuilt the city, playing a role in the restoration of the community and its religious life. The return from exile and the rebuilding of Jerusalem were pivotal events in Jewish history, symbolizing renewal and hope.
5.
Adaiah, a Priest: In
1 Chronicles 9:12, Adaiah is identified as a priest, a descendant of Ahitub. As a priest, Adaiah would have been responsible for performing sacrifices, teaching the Law, and leading the people in worship. The priesthood was central to the spiritual life of Israel, serving as mediators between God and the people.
The various individuals named Adaiah in the Bible highlight the diverse roles played by those who bore this name, from royal lineage and priestly service to participation in significant historical events. Each Adaiah, in his own way, contributed to the unfolding account of God's people, reflecting the broader themes of covenant, worship, and restoration that permeate the biblical narrative.
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
Adaiahthe witness of the Lord
Smith's Bible Dictionary
Adaiah(adorned by Jehovah).
- Maternal grandfather of King Josiah, and native of Boscath in the lowlands of Judah. (2 Kings 22:1) (B.C. 648.)
- A Levite of the Gershonite branch, and ancestor of Asaph. (1 Chronicles 6:41) In v. (1 Chronicles 6:21) Heb Isa calledIDDO.
- A Benjamite, son of Shimhi, (1 Chronicles 8:21) who is apparently the same as Shema in v. (1 Chronicles 8:13)
- A priest, son of Jehoram. (1 Chronicles 9:12;Nehemiah 11:12)
- Ancestor of Maaseiah, one of the captains who supported Jehoiada. (2 Chronicles 23:1)
- One of the descendants of Bani, who had married a foreign wife after the return from Babylon. (Ezra 10:29) (B.C. 459).
- The descendant of another Bani, who had also taken a foreign wife. (Ezra 10:39)
- A man of Judah, of the line of Pharez. (Nehemiah 11:5)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
ADAIAHa-da'-ya, a-di'-a (`adhayah, "Yahweh hath adorned"):
(1) Apparently the seventh of the nine sons of Shimei, who is apparently the same with Shema, who is the fifth of the sons of Elpaal, who is the second of the two sons of Shaharaim and Hushim (1 Chronicles 8:21). Shaharaim and his descendants are listed with the descendants of Benjamin, though his relations to Benjamin are not stated.
(2) A Levite; ancestor to David's singer Asaph, and a descendant of the fifth generation from Gershom (1 Chronicles 6:41).
(3) The father of Maaseiah, who was one of the captains of hundreds associated with Jehoiada the priest in making Joash king (2 Chronicles 23:1).
(4) A resident of Bozkath, and father of Jedidah the mother of King Josiah (2 Kings 22:1).
(5) A descendant of Judah through Perez. His great-great-grandson Maaseiah resided in Jerusalem after Nehemiah had rehabilitated the city (Nehemiah 11:5).
(6) One of the men of Israel, not a priest or Levite, but "of the sons of Bani," who promised Ezra that he would part with his foreign wife (Ezra 10:29).
(7) The same man or another, in a different group of the sons of Bani (Ezra 10:39).
(8) One of the priests of the latest Bible times, mentioned with a partial genealogy (Nehemiah 11:121 Chronicles 9:12).
Willis J. Beecher
Strong's Hebrew
5718. Adayah -- "Yah has ornamented Himself," the name of a number...... Transliteration: Adayah or Adayahu Phonetic Spelling: (ad-aw-yaw') Short
Definition:
Adaiah. Word
... NASB Word Usage
Adaiah (9).
Adaiah. Or
...Thesaurus
Adaiah (8 Occurrences)... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia
ADAIAH. a-da'-ya
... 12). Willis J. Beecher.
Multi-Version Concordance
Adaiah (8 Occurrences). 2 Kings
...Adai'ah (9 Occurrences)
Adai'ah.Adaiah, Adai'ah. Adalia . Multi-Version Concordance... (See RSV). 1
Chronicles 6:41 the son of Ethni, the son of Zerah, the son ofAdaiah; (See RSV)....
Jeroham (11 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 9:12 andAdaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of
Malchijah, and Maasai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of...
Jero'ham (10 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 9:12 andAdaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of
Malchijah, and Maasai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of...
Jedidah (1 Occurrence)
... JEDIDAH. je-di'-da (yedhidhah, "beloved"): Mother of King Josiah of Judah, daughter
ofAdaiah of Bozkath (2 Kings 22:1). Multi-Version Concordance...
Malchi'jah (12 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 9:12 andAdaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of
Malchijah, and Maasai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of...
Malchijah (15 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 9:12 andAdaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of
Malchijah, and Maasai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of...
Ma-asei'ah (23 Occurrences)
... captains of hundreds, Azariah the son of Jeroham, and Ishmael the son of Jehohanan,
and Azariah the son of Obed, and Maaseiah the son ofAdaiah, and Elishaphat...
Malkijah (13 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 9:12 andAdaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of
Malchijah, and Maasai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of...
Meshillemith (1 Occurrence)
... me-shil'-e-mith (meshillemith, "retribution"): A priest, son of Immer, ancestor,
according to 1 Chronicles 9:12, ofAdaiah and Pashhur, and according to...
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