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Adino, Or Adino, The Eznite

People & Groups • Old Testament
Adino, or Adino the Eznite, is a name associated with the account of David’s mighty men in 2 Samuel 23:8. It is commonly connected with Jashobeam, though the textual identification is uncertain.

Adithaim

Places & Geography • Old Testament
Adithaim was a town in the lowland of Judah, listed among the cities of the tribe. Its exact site is unknown.

Adjuration

Jewish Life & Customs • Both
Adjuration is the act of requiring or giving a solemn oath or charge. In the Bible it includes formal demands for testimony, military oaths, the high priest’s charge to Jesus, and solemn appeals in the casting out of demons.

ADLAI

People & Groups • Old Testament
Adlai was the father of Shaphat, an overseer of David’s herds in the lowlands of Judah.

Adlai Or Adlai

People & Groups • Old Testament
Adlai was the ancestor of Shaphat, who supervised David’s herds in the broad valleys.

Admah

Places & Geography • Old Testament
Admah was one of the cities of the plain, associated with Zeboim and destroyed with Sodom and Gomorrah.

Admatha

People & Groups • Old Testament
Admatha was one of the seven princes of Persia and Media who saw the king’s face and held high office.

ADMIRATION

Other • New Testament
In older biblical English, admiration could mean wonder, astonishment, or respect. The underlying New Testament expressions describe marveling, showing partiality, or being greatly amazed.

Adna

People & Groups • Old Testament
Adna was the name of an Israelite in Ezra’s time who divorced his foreign wife, and of a priestly family in Nehemiah’s time.

Adnah

People & Groups • Old Testament
Adnah was a Manassite warrior who joined David at Ziklag and also the name of a high-ranking officer in Jehoshaphat’s army.

ADO

Other • New Testament
Ado means a disturbance, fuss, or commotion. In the account of Jairus’s daughter, Jesus asked why the mourners were making such a disturbance.

ADONAI

God • Old Testament
Adonai is a divine title meaning “Lord” or “Master,” expressing sovereignty. Jewish reading tradition used it in pronunciation when the written name YHWH appeared.
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