A name from Scripture
Obed
OH-bed
Meaning
Servant; Worshipper
Hebrew origin · Boy · First in Ruth
What it points to
Obed — 'servant' — quietly connected Ruth's redemption to David's throne. His life teaches that faithful, unglamorous service in God's plan can have royal consequences we never imagine.
Verses · King James Version
“And the women her neighbours gave it a name, saying, There is a son born to Naomi; and they called his name Obed: he is the father of Jesse, the father of David.”
Ruth 4:17
“And Salmon begat Booz of Rachab; and Booz begat Obed of Ruth; and Obed begat Jesse.”
Matthew 1:5