Obadiah

Obadiah, also known as Abda, was a gatekeeper in the temple during the post-exilic period (1 Chronicles 9:16; Nehemiah 12:25). He was a descendant of Jeduthun, one of the three principal musicians appointed by David (1 Chronicles 16:41-42). Obadiah's duties as a gatekeeper likely included guarding the entrance to the temple, maintaining order, and ensuring that only authorized individuals entered the sacred space. He was also a singer and was involved in the musical aspects of temple worship (Nehemiah 11:17). His service in the temple highlights the importance of the Levitical roles in maintaining the proper functioning of the temple and its worship.