Lexical Definition
עֲדִיאֵל ʻĂdîyʼêl (ad-ee-ale') Adiel N:N-M-P
from עֲדִי and אֵל; ornament of God
Adiel.
- § Adiel = "ornament of God"
- Adiel, the name of three Israelites
1) a prince of the Simeon of the family of Shimei in the time of king Hezekiah of Judah
2) a priest, ancestor of Maasiai
3) ancestor of Azmaveth, the treasurer of David
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| עֲדִיאֵ֑ל | Adiel | 1Chr.27.25 |
Extended Information
- A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.25
- father of: Azmaveth (עַזְמָוֶת)
Brown-Driver-Briggs
עֲדִיאֵל proper name, masculine (an ornament is El; compare Sabean proper name עדאל Hal51 Hal2); —
1. a Simeonite 1Chr 4:36, ᵐ5A Εδιηλ, ᵐ5L Αδαηλ.
2. a priest 1Chr 4:36, ᵐ5 Αδιηλ.
3. father of officer, David's time 1Chr 27:25, ᵐ5 Ωδιηλ — compare GrayProp, N. 225, 231.
Brown-Driver-Briggs References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| 1 Chronicles | 4:36 · 27:25 |
Profile
Male • Father of Azmaveth • Overseer of King David's treasuries
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 (1Ch.27.25).
- A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.25;
- only referred to as Adiel עֲדִיאֵל;
- father of Azmaveth עַזְמָוֶת.
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 (1 Chronicles 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.
All entries for Adiel: עֲדִיאֵל
Related Profiles:
- Azmaveth (child)