Ahilud
Father of Jehoshaphat, the royal administrator
Ahilud is mentioned indirectly in the biblical texts through two of his sons, both of whom held central positions in the administration of the united kingdom of Israel. His son Jehoshaphat served as royal chancellor (Hebrew: mazkir, 'the one who reminds/recalls') under King David and continued in this role under King Solomon—a position that entailed responsibility for royal annals and communication between the court and the people. The other son, Baana, was appointed as one of Solomon's twelve district governors and administered a strategically important region around Taanach and Megiddo. That two sons from the same family served in the national administration under two kings points to an influential family with strong roots in Jerusalem's royal power structure.
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Événements clés
Jehoshaphat is mentioned as David's chancellor
Ahilud's son Jehoshaphat served as chancellor (mazkir) during King David's reign, indicating the family's high status at court.
Jehoshaphat continued as chancellor under Solomon
Ahilud's son Jehoshaphat retained his position as chancellor also during King Solomon's rule, demonstrating the family's enduring influence in the royal administration.
Baana as Solomon's district governor
Baana, son of Ahilud, served as one of Solomon's twelve district governors responsible for the area that included Taanach and Megiddo.
Parallel account in Chronicles
Ahilud's son Jehoshaphat is also mentioned in 1 Chronicles as the royal chancellor under King David, confirming his role in the royal administration.