People of the Bible

Joab, son of Seraiah

The name Joab means “paternity; voluntary.” Joab is mentioned in 1 verse of the Bible, first in 1 Chronicles 4:14.

Family of Joab

Father

Who was Joab?

Biography adapted from Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain, linked via Theographic Bible Metadata.

Key verses about Joab

  • 1 Chronicles 4:14

    And Meonothai begat Ophrah: and Seraiah begat Joab, the father of the valley of Charashim; for they were craftsmen.

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