Topical Encyclopedia Iddo is a lesser-known prophet in the Hebrew Bible, yet his contributions and role in the history of Israel are significant. He is mentioned primarily in the context of the reigns of King Solomon, King Rehoboam, and King Abijah of Judah. Iddo's prophetic ministry is noted for its historical and spiritual insights, as well as its influence on the chronicling of Israel's history.Biblical References Iddo is first mentioned in 2 Chronicles 9:29, which states, "As for the rest of the acts of Solomon, from beginning to end, are they not written in the records of Nathan the prophet, in the prophecy of Ahijah the Shilonite, and in the visions of Iddo the seer concerning Jeroboam son of Nebat?" . This passage highlights Iddo's role as a seer, a term often used interchangeably with prophet, indicating his divine insight and ability to receive visions from God. In 2 Chronicles 12:15, Iddo is again referenced: "Now the acts of Rehoboam, from beginning to end, are they not written in the records of Shemaiah the prophet and of Iddo the seer that deal with genealogies?" . This suggests that Iddo was involved in documenting the genealogical records and historical events of the time, providing a spiritual perspective on the reign of Rehoboam. Iddo's influence extends into the reign of King Abijah, as noted in 2 Chronicles 13:22: "The rest of the acts of Abijah, along with his ways and his words, are written in the treatise of the prophet Iddo." . This indicates that Iddo's writings were considered authoritative and valuable for understanding the spiritual and political climate of Abijah's reign. Role and Contributions Iddo's role as a prophet and seer is characterized by his involvement in recording the history and genealogies of the kings of Judah. His writings, though not extant today, were evidently used as sources for the Chronicler, who compiled the books of Chronicles. This suggests that Iddo's work was highly regarded and considered reliable for its historical and prophetic insights. The mention of Iddo in connection with other prominent prophets like Nathan and Ahijah underscores his importance in the prophetic tradition of Israel. His visions concerning Jeroboam, the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel, indicate that his prophetic ministry had implications beyond the southern kingdom of Judah, addressing the broader narrative of Israel's divided monarchy. Theological Significance From a theological perspective, Iddo's role as a prophet highlights the importance of divine revelation in understanding and interpreting the history of God's people. His contributions to the genealogical and historical records reflect a commitment to preserving the covenantal relationship between God and Israel, emphasizing the continuity of God's promises through successive generations. Iddo's ministry serves as a reminder of the prophetic office's role in guiding, warning, and instructing the people of God. His visions and writings, though not directly preserved in the biblical canon, are acknowledged as part of the sacred history that shaped the identity and faith of Israel. In summary, Iddo stands as a testament to the enduring influence of prophetic voices in the biblical narrative, offering insights into the spiritual and historical dimensions of Israel's monarchy. His legacy, though largely indirect, is woven into the fabric of Israel's sacred history, underscoring the vital role of prophecy in the life of God's people. 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Resources What does it mean that Saul is also among the prophets? | GotQuestions.orgHow many prophets are in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Are there prophets in the church today? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics False Prophets: Called Foolish Prophets False Prophets: Compared to Foxes in the Desert False Prophets: Compared to Wind False Prophets: Immoral and Profane False Prophets: Influenced by Evil Spirits False Prophets: Involved the People in Their own Ruin False Prophets: Judgments Denounced Against False Prophets: Light and Treacherous False Prophets: Made Use of by God to Prove Israel False Prophets: Mode of Trying and Detecting False Prophets: Not Sent or Commissioned by God False Prophets: Often Deceived by God As a Judgment False Prophets: Often Practised Divination and Witchcraft False Prophets: Often Pretended to Dreams False Prophets: Predicted to Arise in the Latter Times False 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the Name of the Lord Prophets: The Historiographers of the Jewish Nation Prophets: The Interpreters of Dreams Prophets: The Jews: Often Imprisoned Them Prophets: The Jews: Often Left Without, on Account of Sin Prophets: The Jews: Often Put Them to Death Prophets: The Jews: Often Tried to Make Them Speak Smooth Things Prophets: The Jews: Persecuted Them Prophets: The Jews: Require to Hear and Believe Prophets: The Messengers of God Prophets: The Watchmen of Israel Prophets: Women Sometimes Endowed As Prophets: Wore a Coarse Dress of Hair-Cloth Prophets: Writings of, Read in the Synagogues Every Sabbath Prophets: Zacharias the Father of John Prophets: Zechariah Son of Iddo Related Terms Brother-servant (2 Occurrences) Almondiblathaim (2 Occurrences) Almon-diblathaim (2 Occurrences) Sycamore-trees (6 Occurrences) |
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