Bible Person

Iddo

Meaning: his band; power; praise · Male · 1 cross reference

This Iddo entry refers to the leader approached by Ezra in chapter 8, not to the father of Ahinadab or the tribal officer in David's time. He belongs to the practical leadership supporting the return mission. First appears in Ezra 8:17.1

AI summary: This Iddo matters because his single cross reference places him at a key logistical point where Ezra seeks help to secure proper ministers for the journey. The entry shows that restoration advanced through concrete human coordination as well as prayer. Taken together, the material presents this Iddo as a leader consulted in the return-from-exile mission.1

Central Figure

Iddo

Meaning: his band; power; praise