Hathath חֲתַת
Son of Othniel, from the tribe of Judah.
Who is Hathath in the Bible?
Hathath was a son of Othniel, a prominent figure from the tribe of Judah, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 4:13. His father Othniel was the son of Kenaz and is notable in biblical history as the first judge of Israel following Joshua's death. Hathath appears only in the genealogical records of Judah, with no other biblical accounts of his personal life or deeds. His mention in the genealogy serves to preserve the lineage of the tribe of Judah and connect the family line of Othniel, one of Israel's early military and judicial leaders, to subsequent generations.
Biography
Hathath is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Judah in the book of 1 Chronicles. He was a son of Othniel, who was the son of Kenaz. Othniel was a notable figure in the tribe of Judah, known for his military prowess and for being the first judge of Israel after the death of Joshua. No further information is provided about Hathath in the Bible. (1Ch.4.13).
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 4:13
"The sons of Kenaz: Othniel and Seraiah. The sons of Othniel: Hathath and Meonothai."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | חֲתַת |