Lexical Summary Yiddo: Iddo Original Word: יִדּוֹ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Iddo From yadah; praised; Jiddo, an Israelite -- Iddo. see HEBREW yadah NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as yadid Definition two Isr. NASB Translation Iddo (1), Jaddai (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs יִדּוֺ proper name, masculine 1. a Manassite, 1 Chronicles 27:21, ᵐ5 Ιαδδαι. 2 one of those who took foreign wives Ezra 10:43 Kt (Qr יַדַּי; compare Palmyrene ידי = dilectus VogNo. 5), ᵐ5 Δια, A Ιαδει, ᵐ5L Ιαδιαι. יַדַּי proper name, masculine see יִדּוֺ. Topical Lexicon Identity and Name Yiddô (Strong’s Hebrew 3035) designates a Judahite man whose limited appearances nevertheless contribute to vital transitional moments in Israel’s monarchy and restoration eras. Though the name itself is not expounded here, its placement in Scripture ties Yiddô to leadership accountability and covenant fidelity. Biblical Occurrences 1 Chronicles 27:21 – “over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead was Iddo son of Zechariah; over Benjamin was Jaasiel son of Abner;” Ezra 10:43 – “And from the sons of Nebo: Jeiel, Mattithiah, Zabad, Zebina, Iddo, Joel, and Benaiah.” Historical Context • United-Monarchy Administration: 1 Chronicles 27 catalogs David’s civil officials, revealing a sophisticated governance structure that balanced tribal representation and royal authority. Yiddô is listed among the twelve regional officers who supervised military and civic matters during alternating months of service. Role in National Administration (1 Chronicles 27:21) Yiddô’s oversight of “the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead” places him on the eastern side of the Jordan, a frontier zone needing strong leadership because of its exposure to foreign influence. His mention alongside sons of high-ranking families (for example, “son of Zechariah”) suggests heritage consistent with David’s strategy of appointing trustworthy men of proven lineage. The Chronicler’s inclusion of these officials decades after David underscores the enduring model of orderly governance under God’s anointed king. Participation in Post-Exilic Reform (Ezra 10:43) The same name re-emerges when Ezra confronts compromised marriages. Yiddô’s willingness to be named among the repentant evidences the genuine spiritual renewal sweeping the community. The narrative does not elaborate on his personal story, yet by recording his response the text demonstrates that leadership status offers no exemption from obedience. His inclusion illustrates Ezra’s impartial application of the Law and the readiness of individuals to forsake personal ties that threatened covenant purity. Theological Reflections 1. Leadership and Accountability: The two passages show that the Lord holds leaders to exemplary standards regardless of era. Yiddô’s life brackets the monarchy and restoration, silently testifying that positions of influence carry perpetual moral demands. Ministry Principles for Contemporary Believers • Serve Where Placed: Like Yiddô managing a frontier tribe, believers steward responsibilities in varied contexts, trusting God to use faithful service for national and kingdom good (Colossians 3:23-24). Connection to Broader Biblical Themes Yiddô’s brief scriptural footprint underscores a recurring biblical motif: God weaves seemingly minor figures into His larger redemptive tapestry. Names surfacing only once or twice—yet anchored in pivotal chapters—demonstrate that no act of obedience is lost to divine history. Forms and Transliterations יִדּ֖וֹ יַדַּ֥י ידו ידי yad·day yadDai yadday yid·dōw yidDo yiddōwLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 27:21 HEB: הַֽמְנַשֶּׁה֙ גִּלְעָ֔דָה יִדּ֖וֹ בֶּן־ זְכַרְיָ֑הוּ NAS: in Gilead, Iddo the son KJV: in Gilead, Iddo the son INT: of Manasseh Gilead Iddo the son of Zechariah Ezra 10:43 2 Occurrences |
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