Hodesh חֹ֫דֶשׁ
Wife of Shaharaim, a Benjamite
Who is Hodesh in the Bible?
Hodesh was the wife of Shaharaim, a Benjamite descendant, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:9. She married Shaharaim after he divorced his earlier wives, Hushim and Baara, and bore him several sons including Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam, Jeuz, Sachia, and Mirmah. These sons became heads of their families and leaders within the tribe of Benjamin, according to the genealogical record. Though little personal detail is provided about Hodesh, her inclusion in the biblical genealogy underscores the significance of women in establishing the family lines and growth of Israel's tribal structure.
Biography
Hodesh is mentioned in 1Ch.8.9 as one of the wives of Shaharaim, a descendant of Benjamin. Shaharaim had two wives, Hushim and Baara, whom he divorced. After sending them away, he married Hodesh, who bore him several children.
The passage lists the children born to Shaharaim and Hodesh, including Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam, Jeuz, Sachia, and Mirmah. These sons were described as heads of their families, indicating that they became leaders within the tribe of Benjamin.
The mention of Hodesh in this genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage and the role of women in the history of Israel. Although little is known about Hodesh herself, her inclusion in the biblical record signifies her contribution to the growth and development of the Benjamite clan.
Family
Offspring
- Jobab Tribe of BenjaminSaul's familyA son of Elpaal, descendant of BenjaminView full profile →
- Zibia Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimSon of Shaharaim, a BenjamiteView full profile →
- Mesha Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and founder of Ziph.View full profile →
- Malcam Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimSon of Shaharaim, a Benjamite.View full profile →
- Jeuz Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimA descendant of Shaharaim from the tribe of BenjaminView full profile →
- Sachia Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimSon of Shaharaim, a BenjamiteView full profile →
- Mirmah Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimA Benjamite mentioned in a genealogy.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 8:9
"His sons by his wife Hodesh: Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | חֹ֫דֶשׁ |
Hodesh
of Yah"): A Levite and founder of a Levite family, seventy-four of whom returned from exile with Zerubbabel, 538 BC (Ne 7:43). th