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Abda was the father of Adoram (or 'Adoniram'), who was in charge of forced labor during Solomon's reign.
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Abda is mentioned only once in the Bible, in 1Ki.4.6, as the father of Adoram (or 'Adoniram'). He was one of King Solomon's officials, responsible for overseeing the forced labor used in Solomon's building projects.
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Servant. (1.) The father of Adoniram, whom Solomon set over the tribute (1 Kings 4:6); i.e., the forced labour (R.V., “levy”). (2.) A Levite of the family of Jeduthun (Neh. 11:17), also called Obadiah (1 Chr. 9:16).
AB'DA (servant, Chaldee form). 1. Father of Adoniram. 1 Kgs 4:6. Son of Shammua, Neh 11:17; called Obadiah in 1 Chr 9:16.
AB'DA (servant, Chaldee form). 1. Father of Adoniram. 1 Kgs 4:6.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H5653
Ahishar was in charge of the palace; and Adoniram son of Abda was in charge of the forced labor.
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