Introduction:
Jonadab, also known as Jehonadab, is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament. He is primarily recognized for his interactions with King David's family and his role in the events surrounding the rape of Tamar. Jonadab is a son of Shimeah, David's brother, making him a nephew of King David. His account is found in the books of 2 Samuel and 2 Kings.

Biblical References:

1. 2 Samuel 13:3-5 :
"But Amnon had a friend named Jonadab, the son of David’s brother Shimeah. Jonadab was a very shrewd man, and he asked Amnon, 'Why are you, the son of the king, so haggard morning after morning? Won’t you tell me?' Amnon replied, 'I am in love with Tamar, my brother Absalom’s sister.' Jonadab said to him, 'Lie down on your bed and pretend to be ill. When your father comes to see you, say to him, "Please let my sister Tamar come and give me something to eat. Let her prepare the food in my sight so that I may watch her and eat it from her hand."'"

In this passage, Jonadab is depicted as a cunning advisor to Amnon, King David's son. His advice leads to the tragic event of Amnon's assault on his half-sister Tamar. Jonadab's role in this narrative highlights his influence and the moral complexities of his character.

2. 2 Samuel 13:32-33 :
"But Jonadab, the son of David’s brother Shimeah, spoke up: 'My lord must not think that they have killed all the young men, the king’s sons, for only Amnon is dead. This has been Absalom’s intention ever since the day Amnon raped his sister Tamar. So now, my lord the king, do not take to heart the report that all the king’s sons are dead. Only Amnon is dead.'"

Here, Jonadab demonstrates his awareness of the dynamics within David's family and the consequences of Amnon's actions. His insight into Absalom's intentions reveals his perceptiveness and understanding of the unfolding events.

3. 2 Kings 10:15-16 :
"When he left there, he found Jehonadab son of Rechab, who was coming to meet him. Jehu greeted him and asked, 'Is your heart as true to mine as my heart is to yours?' 'It is,' Jehonadab replied. 'If it is,' said Jehu, 'give me your hand.' So he gave him his hand, and Jehu helped him into the chariot. Then he said, 'Come with me and see my zeal for the LORD.' So he had him ride in his chariot."

In this passage, Jonadab, referred to as Jehonadab, is associated with Jehu, the king of Israel. Jehu's invitation to Jonadab to join him in his chariot signifies a partnership in Jehu's zeal for the Lord, particularly in the context of eradicating the worship of Baal from Israel. This association with Jehu highlights Jonadab's commitment to religious reform and his influence in the spiritual affairs of the nation.

Character Analysis:

Jonadab is portrayed as a shrewd and perceptive individual, capable of influencing those around him. His advice to Amnon, though morally questionable, demonstrates his cunning nature. However, his later association with Jehu suggests a commitment to the religious and moral reforms in Israel. Jonadab's character serves as a reminder of the complexities of human nature and the impact of counsel, both good and bad, on the course of events.

Legacy:

Jonadab's legacy is twofold: he is remembered for his role in the tragic events within David's family and for his association with Jehu's religious reforms. His account serves as a cautionary tale about the power of influence and the importance of aligning one's actions with righteous principles.Jonadab

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(whom Jehovah impels).

1. Son of Shimeah and nephew of David. (B.C. 1033.) He is described as "very subtle." (2 Samuel 13:3) His age naturally made him the friend of his cousin Amnon, heir to the throne. (2 Samuel 13:3) He gave him the fatal advice for ensnaring his sister Tamar. ch (2 Samuel 13:5,6) Again, when, in a later stage of the same tragedy, Amnon was murdered by Absalom, and the exaggerated report reached David that all the princes were slaughtered, Jonadab was already aware of the real state of the case. (2 Samuel 13:32,33)
2. (Jeremiah 35:6,8,10,14,16,18,19) [JEHONADAB]

Jonadab

1.A SON OF Shimeah, the cunning and unprincipled nephew of David, and friend of Amnon, 2 Samuel 13:3-5. Yet he seems to have been long aware of the purpose of Absalom to avenge his sister's dishonor upon Amnon, and very coolly excused the assassination of his friend, 2 Samuel 13:32-35.

2. A son of Rechab, a Kenite, descended from Hobab the brother of Moses. He was at the head of the Rechabites in the time of Jehu, and seems to have given them a command to abstain from wine, 2 Kings 10:15 1 Chronicles 2:55 Jeremiah 35:6-10. See RECHABITES.

Jehon'adab.

(1.) The son of Rechab, and founder of the Rechabites (q.v.), 2 Kings 10:15; Jeremiah 35:6, 10.

(2.) The son of Shimeah, David's brother (

JONADAB

jon'-a-dab.

See JEHONADAB.

3122. Yonadab -- Jonadab
... Yonadab. 3123 . Jonadab. Transliteration: Yonadab Phonetic Spelling: (yo-naw-dawb')
Short Definition: Jonadab. Word Origin the same as Yehonadab, qv. Jonadab ...
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3082. Yehonadab -- "the LORD is noble," a Rechabite, also a nephew ...
... "the LORD is noble," a Rechabite, also a nephew of David. Transliteration: Yehonadab
Phonetic Spelling: (yeh-ho-naw-dawb') Short Definition: Jonadab. ...
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Psalm LXXI.
... title then of this Psalm is, as usual, a title intimating on the threshold what
is being done in the house: "To David himself for the sons of Jonadab, and for ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm lxxi.htm

False Civilization
... Jeremiah 35:19. Thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel; Jonadab the
son of Rechab shall not want a man to stand before me for ever. ...
/.../kingsley/discipline and other sermons/sermon vi false civilization.htm

Approaching Doom
... As was to have been expected, he met with remonstrance and absolute refusal. "We
will drink no wine," the Rechabites firmly declared, "for Jonadab the son of ...
/.../white/the story of prophets and kings/chapter 35 approaching doom.htm

The Blessing of God on Filial Piety.
... Jeremiah xxxv.19. "Therefore thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel, 'Jonadab,
the son of Rechab, shall not want a man to stand before me forever.'". ...
/.../lee/sermons on various important subjects/sermon xxiii the blessing of.htm

The Rechabites
... THE RECHABITES. 'The sons of Jonadab the son of Rechab have performed the commandment
of their ... They were therein obeying the command of their ancestor, Jonadab. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture h/the rechabites.htm

How Abraham, David, and Other Saints Went Beyond the Requirement ...
... was not worthy, they wandered about in deserts and in mountains, and in caves and
in dens of the earth." [2166] What shall I say of the sons of Jonadab the son ...
/.../cassian/the conferences of john cassian/chapter iv how abraham david.htm

On Obedience to Pastors
... But they said, We will drink no wine: for Jonadab," a great man in the reign of
Jehu, "the son of Rechab," from whom we are named, being the father of our ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 97 on obedience to.htm

Catholic Spirit
... But they said, We will drink no wine: for Jonadab," or Jehonadab, "the son of Rechab,
our father" (it would be less ambiguous, if the words were placed thus ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 39 catholic spirit.htm

How Absalom Murdered Amnon, who had Forced his Own Sister; and How ...
... recover from his distemper. So Amnon lay down on his bed, and pretended
to be sick, as Jonadab had suggested. When his father came ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 8 how absalom murdered.htm

Exhortations to Christians as they are Children of God
... of the house of the Rechabites pots full of wine, and cups, and I said unto them,
Drink ye wine; but they said, we will drink no wine, for Jonadab, the son of ...
/.../20 exhortations to christians as.htm

Jonadab (11 Occurrences)
... brother (Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. JONADAB. jon'-a-dab. See JEHONADAB.
Multi-Version Concordance Jonadab (11 Occurrences). 2 Samuel ...
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Jon'adab (11 Occurrences)
Jon'adab. Jonadab, Jon'adab. Jonah . Multi-Version Concordance Jon'adab
(11 Occurrences). 2 Samuel 13:3 But Amnon had a friend, whose ...
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Recab (12 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 35:6 And they say, 'We do not drink wine: for Jonadab son of Rechab, our
father, charged us, saying, Ye do not drink wine, ye and your sons -- unto ...
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Rechab (13 Occurrences)
... nation. The most notable member of this family was Jehonadab (2 Kings
10:15; 2 Kings 23), or Jonadab, as he is called in Jeremiah 35. ...
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Rechabites (4 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary The descendants of Rechab through Jonadab or
Jehonadab. They belonged to the Kenites, who accompanied ...
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Jehonadab (2 Occurrences)
... je-hon'-a-dab (yehonadhabh, either "Yahweh is noble" or "liberal," or "Yahweh has
impelled") = Jonadab (yonadhabh, same meaning): (1) Jehonadab in the Hebrew ...
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Forefather (33 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 35:6 And they say, 'We do not drink wine: for Jonadab son of Rechab, our
father, charged us, saying, Ye do not drink wine, ye and your sons -- unto ...
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Shim'e-ah (3 Occurrences)
... Shim'e-ah (3 Occurrences). 2 Samuel 13:3 But Amnon had a friend, whose name was
Jonadab, the son of Shimeah David's brother; and Jonadab was a very subtle man. ...
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Subtil (3 Occurrences)
... sub'-til, sut'-'-l, sut'-'-l-ti (chakham, nakhal, mirmah; dolos): These words are
used (1) in a good sense: 2 Samuel 13:3, chakham, "wise," "Jonadab was a very ...
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Shimeah (4 Occurrences)
... Shimeah (4 Occurrences). 2 Samuel 13:3 But Amnon had a friend, whose name was Jonadab,
the son of Shimeah, David's brother; and Jonadab was a very subtle man. ...
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