Bible Dictionary
Jehdeiah
Jehdeiah was a Levite responsible for a family descended from Shubael and an officer who supervised David’s donkeys. The name expresses joy given by Jehovah.
Definition
Jehdeiah means “whom Jehovah makes glad” or “may Yahweh give joy.” The name identifies a Levite, head of the family of Shubael, and a Meronothite who served as keeper or herdsman of David’s asses.
Biblical Usage
Jehdeiah appears in lists of Levitical attendants and royal officers under David.
Historical Background
His two recorded roles connect him with both temple service and the administration of the king’s herds.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Rejoicer in Jehovah. (1.) One of the Levitical attendants at the temple, a descendant of Shubael (1 Chr. 24:20). (2.) A Meronothite, herdsman of the asses under David and Solomon (1 Chr. 27:30).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom Jehovah makes glad).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>je-de'-ya, ja'-de-ya (yechdeyahu, "may Yahweh give joy!"):</p><p>(1) A Levite, head of the family of Shubael (1Ch 24:20).</p><p>(2) An officer of David "over the asses" (1Ch 27:30).</p>