Gad

Overview

• Testament: Old
• Role: Prophet / seer associated with David
• Family: Not specified
• Key Books: 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles

Biography

Gad advised David during his fugitive years and later brought God’s word after David’s census. He is called David’s seer.

Key Events

• David’s Flight - Gad tells David to leave the hold and go to Judah
• David’s Census - Gad announces judgment and directs David to build an altar

Relationships

• David - Counsels and confronts him

Important Verses

• 1 Samuel 22:5 - Gad tells David to go into Judah.
• 2 Samuel 24:11-19 - Gad brings God’s word after the census.

Cross-References

• Mentioned in: 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles

Notes

Gad’s ministry follows David from wilderness survival to royal accountability.