Hathath
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Etymology and Meaning:
The name "Hathath" is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is not explicitly detailed in biblical texts. However, like many Hebrew names, it may carry a significance related to its root words or context within the genealogies.

Biblical References:
Hathath is mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah. The primary reference to Hathath is found in 1 Chronicles 4:13, which states: "The sons of Kenaz: Othniel and Seraiah. The sons of Othniel: Hathath and Meonothai."

Genealogical Context:
Hathath is listed as a descendant of Kenaz, who is associated with the tribe of Judah. Kenaz is noted as the father of Othniel, a prominent judge of Israel. Othniel is recognized for his role in delivering Israel from the oppression of Cushan-Rishathaim, as recorded in the Book of Judges. Hathath, therefore, is part of a lineage that includes significant figures in Israel's history.

Tribal Affiliation:
As a descendant of Kenaz and Othniel, Hathath is affiliated with the tribe of Judah. The tribe of Judah holds a central place in biblical history, being the tribe from which King David and, ultimately, Jesus Christ descended. This tribal connection underscores the importance of genealogical records in understanding the fulfillment of biblical prophecies and the lineage of the Messiah.

Historical and Theological Significance:
While Hathath himself is not a prominent figure in biblical narratives, his inclusion in the genealogical records highlights the meticulous nature of biblical lineage documentation. These records serve to authenticate the historical claims of the Bible and provide a framework for understanding the fulfillment of God's promises to His people.

The genealogies, including the mention of Hathath, reflect the continuity of God's covenant with Israel and the unfolding of His redemptive plan through specific family lines. The tribe of Judah, in particular, is significant for its role in the establishment of the Davidic dynasty and the anticipation of the Messiah.

Conclusion:
Hathath's mention in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles underscores the importance of family lineage in the biblical narrative. While not a central figure, Hathath's place within the tribe of Judah connects him to the broader account of God's covenantal faithfulness and the anticipation of the coming Messiah.
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
Hathath

fear

Smith's Bible Dictionary
Hathath

(fearful), one of the sons of Othniel the Kenazite. (1 Chronicles 4:13)

Easton's Bible Dictionary
Terror, son of Othniel (1 Chronicles 4:13).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
HATHATH

ha'-thath (chathath, "terror"): Son of Othniel and grandson of Kenaz (1 Chronicles 4:13).

Strong's Hebrew
2050. hathath -- imagine mischief
... 2049, 2050. hathath. 2051 . imagine mischief. Transliteration: hathath Phonetic
Spelling: (haw-thath') Short Definition: mischief. ... hathath. 2051 . ...
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2867. Chathath -- an Israelite
... Chathath. 2868 . an Israelite. Transliteration: Chathath Phonetic Spelling:
(khath-ath') Short Definition: Hathath. ... NASB Word Usage Hathath (1). cathath. ...
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Thesaurus
Hathath (1 Occurrence)
...HATHATH. ha'-thath (chathath, "terror"): Son of Othniel and grandson of Kenaz (1
Chronicles 4:13). Multi-Version Concordance Hathath (1 Occurrence). ...
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Othniel (7 Occurrences)
... He had a son named Hathath (1 Chronicles 4:13) and probably another named Meonothai
(compare recensio Luciana of Septuagint, at the place). ...
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Meonothai (2 Occurrences)
... the Vulgate (Jerome's Latin Bible, 390-405 AD) and Complutensian Septuagint say,
1 Chronicles 4:13, 14 should read "the sons of Othniel, Hathath and Meonothai ...
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Kenaz (11 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 4:13 The sons of Kenaz: Othniel, and Seraiah. The sons of Othniel:
Hathath. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Oth'ni-el (6 Occurrences)
... Then Oth'ni-el the son of Kenaz died. (DBY RSV). 1 Chronicles 4:13 And the sons
of Kenaz: Othniel, and Seraiah; and the sons of Othniel: Hathath. (See RSV). ...
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Imagine (24 Occurrences)
... 38:12); zamam, "to devise" (Genesis 11:6 the King James Version); charash, "to grave,"
"devise" (Proverbs 12:20 the King James Version); hathath, "to break in ...
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Meo'nothai (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Meo'nothai (2 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 4:13 The sons
of Kenaz: Othniel, and Seraiah. The sons of Othniel: Hathath. (See RSV). ...
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Serai'ah (18 Occurrences)
... their men. (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 4:13 And the sons of Kenaz: Othniel,
and Seraiah; and the sons of Othniel: Hathath. (See RSV). 1 ...
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Seraiah (18 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 4:13 The sons of Kenaz: Othniel, and Seraiah. The sons of Othniel:
Hathath. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Hathach (4 Occurrences)

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