husband_of_Matred
Husband of Matred - Mezahab, grandfather of Mehetabel
Who is husband_of_Matred in the Bible?
Mezahab was the husband of Matred, mentioned in Genesis 36:39 within the genealogy of Edomite kings. He was the father of Mehetabel, who married Hadar, one of the kings of Edom. Mezahab appears in the biblical record solely through this family connection, as part of the lineage documenting the succession of Edomite rulers before Israel had established its own monarchy. His significance lies in connecting the royal line of Edom through his daughter's marriage to King Hadar.
Biography
Husband of Matred The husband of Matred is mentioned in Gen.36.39 as Mezahab. He was the father of Mehetabel, who became the wife of Hadar, one of the kings of Edom. This information is provided in the context of the genealogy of the Edomite kings, which lists the succession of rulers in the land of Edom before the Israelites had their own kings.
Family
In Scripture
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- Genesis 36:39
"When Baal-hanan son of Achbor died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab."
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Names & Aliases
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