Bible Dictionary
Tobadonijah
Tobadonijah was a Levite sent by Jehoshaphat with others to teach the people of Judah the Law. His name is another form of Tob-adonijah.
Definition
Tobadonijah, meaning “Adonijah the good,” was a Levite who served during the reign of Jehoshaphat. He was sent through the cities of Judah to teach the people the law.
Biblical Usage
He is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 17:8 among the Levites appointed to teach Judah.
Historical Background
Smith’s material dates this service to approximately 910 B.C.
Scripture References
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Smith's Bible Dictionary
(Adonijah the good), one of the Levites sent by Jehoshaphat through the cities of Judah to teach the law to the people. (2 Chronicles 17:8) (B.C. 910.)