Obed

Ruth and Boaz’s first child, listed among the family members of Jesus (Ruth 4:17, 21–22; 1 Chronicles 2:12; Matthew 1:5; Luke 3:32).

See Genealogy of Jesus Christ.

Jerahmeelite and Ephlal’s son (1 Chronicles 2:37–38).

One of David’s mighty men (1 Chronicles 11:47).

Shemaiah’s son and an able leader who ruled his father’s house (1 Chronicles 26:6–7).

Father of Azariah, a captain of Jehoiada (2 Chronicles 23:1).