אֲחִינָדָב (a.chi.na.dav)
a.chi.na.dav
Ahinadab
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Ahinadab means "my brother is noble" or "my brother is generous." It appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, in 1 Kings 4:14, where it identifies a specific official in King Solomon’s administration. The text lists him as the son of Iddo and notes his role as a supply officer responsible for providing provisions for the king.
This single mention places Ahinadab within the detailed bureaucratic structure described in Solomon’s reign. While he is not a central figure in the narrative, his inclusion highlights the organized nature of the kingdom’s resource management. The name itself reflects a common Hebrew naming pattern that emphasizes family ties and personal virtue, linking an individual’s identity to their character and relationships.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Ahinadab means "my brother is noble," a phrase that speaks to the value we place on family and character. In the Bible, names often carried deep meaning about a person's identity or destiny. This particular name appears only once, in the detailed records of King Solomon’s administration.
Its single occurrence reminds us that God’s work often involves many people whose names are not widely known today. Ahinadab served as an official responsible for providing provisions, showing that faithful service takes many forms. Whether in leadership or support roles, each person contributes to the larger story of God’s kingdom.
When we consider our own lives, this brief mention encourages us that every role matters. Just as Ahinadab was entrusted with important responsibilities, we too are called to serve faithfully in our daily contexts. Our contributions, though sometimes unseen by others, are known and valued by God.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Ahinadab1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- אֲחִֽינָדָ֥ב1×
Key Verses
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I Kings 4:14
Ahinadab the son of Iddo, in Mahanaim;
This verse identifies Ahinadab as a supply officer in Solomon's government, showing how the name marks a specific administrative role rather than a major narrative event.