abda Summary and Overview
Bible Dictionaries at a Glance
abda in Easton's Bible Dictionary
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).
abda in Smith's Bible Dictionary
1. Father of Adoniram. #1Ki 4:6| 2. Son of Shammua, #Ne 11:17| called Obadiah in #1Ch 9:16|
abda in Schaff's Bible Dictionary
AB'DA (servant, Chaldee form). 1. Father of Adoniram. 1 Kgs 4:6. 1. Son of Shammua, Neh 11:17; called Obadiah in 1 Chr 9:16.
abda in Fausset's Bible Dictionary
("a servant".) 1. 1 Kings 4:6. 2. Nehemiah 11:17; the Obadiah of 1 Chronicles 9:16, "the principal to begin the thanksgiving in prayer."