Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Adiel, the son of Azmaveth, was one of the officials in charge of King David's treasuries.
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Adiel, the son of Azmaveth, is mentioned in the book of 1 Chronicles as one of the officials responsible for overseeing King David's treasuries (1Ch.27.25). He is listed among the various administrators and leaders who were appointed to manage the king's assets and resources.
The context of Adiel's mention is the organization of David's kingdom, which included the appointment of officials to oversee various aspects of the royal administration. The treasuries under Adiel's supervision likely included the wealth, precious metals, and other valuable items belonging to the king and the kingdom.
As an overseer of the royal treasuries, Adiel would have been a trusted official with significant responsibility. His role would have required financial acumen, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain accurate records of the kingdom's assets.
No further details are provided about Adiel's background, his family, or any specific events or challenges he may have faced in his role as an overseer of the treasuries. His mention in the list of David's officials serves to highlight the structure and organization of the kingdom during David's reign and the importance of capable administrators in managing the kingdom's resources.
The fact that Adiel is specifically named in this context suggests that he was a notable figure in David's administration, entrusted with a significant responsibility in overseeing the royal treasuries.
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A'DIEL (ornament of God). 1. A Simeonite. 1 Chr 4:36. A priest. 1 Chr 9:12. The ancestor of David's treasurer, Azmaveth. 1 Chr 27:25.
A'DIEL (ornament of God). 1. A Simeonite. 1 Chr 4:36. A priest. 1 Chr 9:12. The ancestor of David's treasurer, Azmaveth. 1 Chr 27:25.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H5717
Azmaveth son of Adiel was in charge of the royal storehouses. Jonathan son of Uzziah was in charge of the storehouses in the country, in the cities, in the villages, and in the fortresses.
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