Bible Figure
Abida
male human biblical figure in Genesis 25:4 and 1 Chronicles 1:33, son of Midian
Abida was a son of Midian and a grandson of Abraham through Keturah.
Biography
Genesis 25 names Abida among the descendants of Abraham and Keturah. His father Midian was one of Keturah's sons, and Abida appears with Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, and Eldaah as sons of Midian. First Chronicles 1 repeats the genealogy. Scripture records no actions, sayings, dates, or further personal details concerning Abida.
Biblical Significance
Abida's biblical importance is genealogical, locating him among Abraham's descendants outside the covenant line through Isaac. No fuller biography is supported by the biblical text.