Adlai was the father of Shaphat, an overseer of David’s herds in the lowlands of Judah.
Definition
Adlai was the father of Shaphat, who supervised David’s herds in the lowlands of Judah.
Biblical Usage
Adlai is mentioned in the list of officials appointed over David’s possessions.
Historical Background
The name is associated in the supplied material with meanings such as “lax” or “weary.”
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ad'-la-i, ad'-li (`adhlay; Septuagint Adli and Adai, "lax, weary"): The father of Shaphat, an overseer of David's herds in the lowlands (1Ch 27:29).</p>