Dodo, also known as Dodai or Dodi, was the father of Eleazar and a notable figure during the time of Israel's united kingdom, mentioned in 2 Samuel 23:9 and 1 Chronicles 27:4.
About Dodo (2 Samuel 23:9)
The father of Eleazar. Eleazar was "one of the three mighty men" of David (2 Samuel 23:9; 1 Chronicles 11:12). Dodo may be identifiable with Dodai the Ahohite in 1 Chronicles 27:4. See Dodai.
Family Relationships
- Child
- Eleazar (2 Samuel 23:9)
Key References
Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite. As one of the three mighty men, he went with David to taunt the Philistines who had gathered for battle at Pas-dammim. The men of Israel retreated,
Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite, one of the three mighty men.
Dodai the Ahohite was in charge of the division for the second month, and Mikloth was the leader. There were 24,000 men in his division.
All Scripture References (3)
2 Samuel (1)
Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite. As one of the three mighty men, he went with David to taunt the Philistines who had gathered for battle at Pas-dammim. The men of Israel retreated,
1 Chronicles (2)
Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite, one of the three mighty men.
Dodai the Ahohite was in charge of the division for the second month, and Mikloth was the leader. There were 24,000 men in his division.