Bible Dictionary
Ohad
Ohel was a son of Zerubbabel. His name means “tent” or “house.”
Definition
Ohad was the third son of Simeon. His name is of uncertain meaning and appears in the list of Jacob’s descendants who went down to Egypt.
Biblical Usage
Ohad is named among Simeon’s sons in the genealogical record. He does not appear in the later list of Simeon’s families in Numbers.
Historical Background
The supplied material gives no further information about Ohad’s life or descendants.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
United, or power, the third son of Simeon (Gen. 46:10).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>o'-had ('ohadh, meaning unknown): A son of Simeon, mentioned as third in order (Ge 46:10; Ex 6:15). The name is not found in the list of Nu 26:12-14.</p>