Levite, descendant of Shimei, son of Gershon.
Jahath
Named in 2 verses of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 23:10.
יַ֫חַתJahath
The name means “broken in pieces; descending.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Shimei
- People
- Tribe of Levi
About Jahath Written by AI
Jahath is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 23:10 to 11 as a Levite, a descendant of Shimei, and a grandson of Gershon. This passage is part of a larger section that describes the organization of the Levites during the reign of King David. The Levites were one of the twelve tribes of Israel, set apart for religious duties and the service of the tabernacle and later the temple. Gershon was one of the three main divisions of the Levites, along with Kohath and Merari (1 Chronicles 23:6). In this context, Jahath is listed as one of the sons of Shimei, who was a son of Laadan, a descendant of Gershon (1 Chronicles 23:7 to 9). The text notes that Shimei had four sons, including Jahath, but that they were considered as one family because they had fewer sons compared to other Levite families (1 Chronicles 23:11). No other specific details are provided about Jahath's life, role, or responsibilities as a Levite. His inclusion in this genealogical record, however, highlights the importance of the Levitical lineage and the organization of the Levites for their service in the temple during the time of David.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Jahath, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
Union. (1.) A son of Shimei, and grandson of Gershom (1 Chr. 23:10).
(2.) One of the sons of Shelomoth, of the family of Kohath (1 Chr. 24:22).
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(3.) A Levite of the family of Merari, one of the overseers of the repairs of the temple under Josiah (2 Chr. 34:12).
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 23:10
And the sons of Shimei: Jahath, Zina, Jeush, and Beriah. These were the sons of Shimei—four in all.
- 1 Chronicles 23:11
Jahath was the first and Zizah was the second; but Jeush and Beriah did not have many sons, so they were counted as one family and received a single assignment.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.