Overview
Raddai was the fifth son of Jesse, making him a brother of King David and other notable biblical figures. While Jesse had many sons, only a few achieved prominence in Scripture, and Raddai is mentioned solely in the genealogical account without any narrative details about his life, character, or accomplishments.
Key Scriptures
"Jesse begot Eliab his firstborn, then Abinadab, then Shimma, then Nethanel, then Raddai, then Ozem, and David" (1 Chronicles 2:14, NASB).
This genealogy appears as part of the broader family line of Judah, establishing the ancestry leading to King David and ultimately to Jesus Christ.
Application
Raddai's brief mention reminds us that not all of God's people are called to public prominence, yet each person has value in God's plan and family history.