Genubath גְּנֻבַת
Son of Hadad the Edomite; raised in Pharaoh's palace.
Who is Genubath in the Bible?
Genubath was the son of Hadad the Edomite, an enemy of Israel who fled to Egypt during King David's reign (1 Kings 11:20). Born to Hadad and an Egyptian princess, the sister of Queen Tahpenes, Genubath was raised in Pharaoh's palace alongside the Pharaoh's own children, indicating he enjoyed significant status and favor in the Egyptian court. Though Scripture does not record further details about his life or accomplishments, his prominent upbringing suggests he may have wielded considerable influence in Egypt. Genubath's story illustrates how Hadad, though an adversary of Israel, found protection and prosperity in Egypt and established his lineage in the Egyptian royal household.
Biography
Genubath is mentioned in 1Ki.11.20 as the son of Hadad, an Edomite prince who fled to Egypt during King David's reign. Hadad found favor with Pharaoh, who gave him a house, land, and food, and also arranged for him to marry the sister of Queen Tahpenes (1Ki.11.19). Genubath was born to Hadad and his Egyptian wife, and he was raised in Pharaoh's palace alongside the Pharaoh's own children (1Ki.11.20). This indicates that Hadad and his family were well-respected and had a high status in the Egyptian court. The mention of Genubath's upbringing in the palace suggests that he may have had a significant role or influence later in life, although no further details are provided about his life or accomplishments.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Kings 1 verse
- 1 Kings 11:20
"And the sister of Tahpenes bore Hadad a son named Genubath. Tahpenes herself weaned him in Pharaoh’s palace, and Genubath lived there among the sons of Pharaoh."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | גְּנֻבַת |