Lexical Definition
Ἀχείμ Acheím (akh-ime') Achim N:N-M-P
probably of Hebrew origin (compare יוֹקִים)
Achim.
- Achim, an Israelite
Abbott-Smith
Ἀχείμ, ὁ,
Achim: Mt 1:14.†
Abbott-Smith References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Matthew | 1:14 |
Profile
Male • Son of Zadok • Ancestor of Jesus, son of Zadok (or 'Sadoc')
Man living at the time of Exile and Return
Achim was an ancestor of Jesus Christ, mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew.
- A man from the tribe of Judah living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Mat.1.14;
- only referred to as Achim Ἀχείμ;
- a son of Zadok Σαδώκ;
- father of Eliud Ἐλιούδ.
Achim is mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus Christ recorded in the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 1:14). He was the son of Zadok (or 'Sadoc') and the father of Eliud. Achim is listed as one of the ancestors of Jesus in the lineage traced from Abraham through David to Joseph, the husband of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
Apart from his mention in the genealogy, no other details are provided about Achim's life, his occupation, or any significant events associated with him. His inclusion in the genealogy serves to demonstrate Jesus' connection to the Davidic line and to the promises made to Abraham, emphasizing the continuity of God's plan of redemption throughout Israel's history.
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