Atarah עֲטָרָה
Wife of Jerahmeel; mother of Onam
Who is Atarah in the Bible?
Atarah was the wife of Jerahmeel and mother of Onam, appearing in the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah in 1 Chronicles 2:26. Jerahmeel was a descendant of Judah through Hezron, making Atarah part of an important family line within the Israelite tribes. Though mentioned only briefly in scripture, Atarah's role as a mother in this lineage contributed to the continuation and documentation of Judah's tribal ancestry, which was significant for understanding the family structure and heritage of one of Israel's twelve tribes.
Biography
Atarah is mentioned briefly in the genealogy of Judah in 1 Chronicles 2. She was the wife of Jerahmeel, who was a descendant of Judah through his son Hezron. Atarah is specifically noted as the mother of Onam, one of Jerahmeel's sons. This genealogical record provides insight into the family structure and lineage of the tribe of Judah, tracing the descendants of one of the twelve sons of Israel (or 'Jacob'). As the wife of Jerahmeel and mother of Onam, Atarah played a role in the continuation of this important lineage within the tribe of Judah.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 2:26
"Jerahmeel had another wife named Atarah, who was the mother of Onam."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֲטָרָה |
Atarah
Is stated in 2 Macc 12:26 to have been worshipped at Karnion, the Ashtaroth-Karnaim o