Old Testament

Ben-abinadab

A regional governor under King Solomon responsible for providing food for the royal household.

Ben-abinadab was one of twelve administrative officers appointed by King Solomon to oversee the supply of provisions for the king and his house. He held jurisdiction over the region of Naphath-dor and was married to Taphath, a daughter of Solomon. His role highlights the organized bureaucratic structure established during Solomon's reign to manage the kingdom's resources.