Bible Dictionary
Jada
Jada was a descendant of Jerahmeel in the genealogy of Judah, the son of Onam and brother of Shammai.
Definition
Jada was a son of Onam and brother of Shammai. He belonged to the genealogy of the sons of Jerahmeel through Atarah. His name is interpreted as “wise” or “the knowing one.”
Biblical Usage
Jada appears in the genealogical record of Judah, specifically in the line of Jerahmeel and Atarah.
Historical Background
The supplied material places Jada in a genealogical setting but gives no further account of his activities or descendants.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(wise), son of Onam and brother of Shammai, in the genealogy of the sons of Jerahmeel by his wife Atarah. (1 Chronicles 2:28,32) (B.C. after 1445.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ja'-da (yadha`, "the knowing one"): Son of Onam and grandson of Jerahmeel by his wife Atarah (1Ch 2:26,28,32).</p>