Old Testament
Jahath
A name shared by several Levites and a descendant of Judah mentioned in the genealogical records.
The name Jahath appears in several distinct genealogical lines within the books of Chronicles. It identifies a descendant of Judah through Shobal, as well as several Levites from the families of Gershon and Merari who served in the temple. These records highlight the importance of lineage and the continuity of priestly service throughout Israel's history.
In the text
- Verses
- 5
- Books
- 2
- First appears
- 1 Chronicles 4:2
- Last appears
- 2 Chronicles 34:12
Where Jahath appears
5 verses · 4 chaptersIn the same books
- Heman12 versesA Levite musician and seer appointed by David to lead temple worship and praise.
- Eliel8 versesA name shared by several men in Chronicles, including tribal leaders and Levite officials serving under King Hezekiah.
- Jehoahaz21 versesJehoahaz refers to two kings: a son of Jehu who ruled Israel and a son of Josiah who ruled Judah.
- Ornan17 versesA Jebusite who sold his threshing floor to King David for the site of the future temple.
- Jehiel15 versesA name shared by several Levites, priests, and officials serving during the reigns of David, Hezekiah, and Ezra.
- Jeduthun13 versesA Levite musician and worship leader appointed by David to prophesy with the harp and praise the Lord.
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