father_of_Hodiah
Father of Hodiah and Naham
Who is father_of_Hodiah in the Bible?
The father of Hodiah is an unnamed man mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:19, who appears in the genealogy of the tribe of Judah. According to this passage, he fathered both Naham and his sister Hodiah, though Scripture provides no additional details about his identity, lineage, or personal history. His appearance in the biblical genealogy underscores the significance of family connections and ancestral records in ancient Israel, even when individual names have not been preserved for posterity. The inclusion of Hodiah and her brother in Judah's genealogical record reflects the importance of documenting family relationships during the post-exilic period when these genealogies were compiled.
Biography
1Ch.4.19 mentions an unnamed man who was the father of Naham and his sister Hodiah. No further details are provided about his life, character, or lineage. His inclusion in the genealogy of Judah highlights the importance of family connections and marital relationships in ancient Israelite society.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 4:19
"The sons of Hodiah’s wife, the sister of Naham, were the fathers of Keilah the Garmite and of Eshtemoa the Maacathite."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Mentioned | Hebrew |