Hotham is a biblical figure mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Asher, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. His name appears in the context of the descendants of Asher, highlighting the familial and tribal lineage that was significant in the history and organization of the Israelite people.

Biblical References:

1. 1 Chronicles 7:30-31 : "The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah. Their sister was Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith." Hotham is mentioned in the subsequent verses as part of this lineage, specifically in 1 Chronicles 7:32, which states, "The sons of Japhlet: Pasach, Bimhal, and Ashvath. These were the sons of Japhlet."

2. 1 Chronicles 7:35 : "The sons of Helem his brother: Zophah, Imna, Shelesh, and Amal." Hotham is identified as one of the sons of Helem, who is a descendant of Asher. This places Hotham within the broader context of the Asherite genealogy, emphasizing his role in the tribal structure.

Genealogical Significance:

Hotham's inclusion in the genealogical records underscores the importance of family lineage in the biblical narrative. The tribe of Asher, known for its prosperity and blessing, is one of the tribes that settled in the northern part of the Promised Land. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the historical and familial connections among the tribes of Israel, providing a framework for understanding the distribution of land and the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs.

Cultural and Historical Context:

The genealogies in 1 Chronicles, including the mention of Hotham, reflect the chronicler's intent to preserve the heritage and identity of the Israelite tribes during the post-exilic period. This was a time when the Jewish community was re-establishing itself in the land of Israel after the Babylonian exile. By documenting the lineage of the tribes, the chronicler reinforced the continuity of God's covenant with Israel and the enduring legacy of the tribal system.

Theological Implications:

From a theological perspective, the mention of Hotham and other genealogical figures in the Bible highlights the faithfulness of God in maintaining His covenant with Israel. Each name in the genealogical records represents a link in the chain of God's redemptive plan, pointing to the ultimate fulfillment of His promises through the coming of the Messiah. The tribe of Asher, to which Hotham belonged, is often associated with blessings and abundance, as seen in Jacob's blessing in Genesis 49:20: "Asher’s food will be rich; he will provide delicacies fit for a king."

In summary, Hotham's presence in the biblical genealogies serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of the tribe of Asher and the faithfulness of God in preserving His people throughout history.Hotham

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(signet ring), a man of Asher, son of Heber, of the family Of Beriah. (1 Chronicles 7:32) (B.C. 1490.)

HOTHAM; HOTHAN

ho'-tham, ho'-than (chotham, "seal"):

(1) An Asherite, son of Heber, family of Beriah (1 Chronicles 7:32).

(2) An Aroerite, father of two of the mighty men of David (1 Chronicles 11:44). the King James Version, following Septuagint Chothan, has, incorrectly, Hothan.

2369. Chotham -- two Israelites
... Chotham. 2370 . two Israelites. Transliteration: Chotham Phonetic Spelling:
(kho-thawm') Short Definition: Hotham. ... NASB Word Usage Hotham (2). Hotham, Hothan. ...
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Spiritual Reformers in the 16th and 17th Centuries
... 343 conception of the Church, 200, 226, 339-341 and Abrahams, 122-123 and Boehme,
165 n., 170 n., 221-227, 338 n., 339 n. and Justice Hotham, 210 and Henry Vane ...
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Jacob Boehme's Influence in England
... by another little book issued a year later (1646), {209} consisting of a Discourse
delivered in Latin in the Schools at Cambridge by Charles Hotham, Rector of ...
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Liturgical Use.
... Bishop Barry (Teacher's PB) notes that it yeas used at Lauds (to orthron) in
the East as well as in the West: and so Mr. Hotham in his art. ...
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Index I.
... Holmes, 18, 104, 105, 183. Hooker, 174. Horne, TH, 20, 67. Hotham, 85. Humphry,
WG,>83. Hunt, 63. Iren??us, 34, 46, 115, 161, 164, 236. Isaacson, S., 95. ...
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Index.
... Steele, Sir R., 111, 304. Stillingfleet, Bishop, 103. "" of Hotham, 393. 'Strictures
on Female Education,' H. More's, 400. Subscription to articles, 191-5. ...
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The Evangelical Revival.
The English Church in the Eighteenth Century. <. ...
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Aroerite (1 Occurrence)
... AROERITE. a-ro'-er-it (ha-`aro`eri): A native of Aroer. The Aroerite was Hotham,
father of two of David's heroes (1 Chronicles 11:44). Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Hotham (3 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia HOTHAM; HOTHAN. ho'-tham, ho ... Hothan.
Multi-Version Concordance Hotham (3 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles ...
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Hothan (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia HOTHAM; HOTHAN. ho'-tham, ho'-than (chotham, "seal"):
(1) An Asherite, son of Heber, family of Beriah (1 Chronicles 7:32). ...
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Uzzia (1 Occurrence)
... Uzzia (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 11:44 Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama and Jeiel
the sons of Hotham the Aroerite, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Uzzi'a (1 Occurrence)
... Uzzi'a (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 11:44 Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama and Jeiel
the sons of Hotham the Aroerite; (See RSV). Uzzia, Uzzi'a. Uzziah . ...
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Japhlet (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Japhlet (2 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 7:32 Heber became
the father of Japhlet, and Shomer, and Hotham, and Shua their sister. ...
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Je-i'el (11 Occurrences)
... Maacah: (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 11:44 Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama and Jeiel
the sons of Hotham the Aroerite, (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 15 ...
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Jeiel (13 Occurrences)
... NIV). 1 Chronicles 11:44 Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama and Jeiel the sons
of Hotham the Aroerite, (WEB JPS ASV BBE DBY NAS NIV). 1 ...
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Ashterathite (1 Occurrence)
... Ashterathite (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 11:44 Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama and
Jeiel the sons of Hotham the Aroerite, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Ashtarothite (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Ashtarothite (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 11:44 Uzzia
the Ashtarothite, Shama and Jeiel the sons of Hotham the Aroerite, (DBY). ...
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