Buz

Buz is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Gad as the son of Abdiel and the father of Jahdo (1Chr. 5:14). The genealogy in 1Chronicles 5 traces the descendants of Gad, one of the twelve sons of Israel (or 'Jacob'), highlighting the importance of family lineage and the preservation of ancestral records within the tribe. Buz's inclusion in this list demonstrates his significance within the tribal lineage of Gad. However, no further details about Buz's life or role are provided in the biblical text. The mention of his name in the genealogy serves to establish the continuity of the generations within the tribe of Gad.