Lexical Definition

‎Μαάθ‎ Maáth (mah-ath') Maath ^N:N-M-P
probably of Hebrew origin

Maath.

• Maath, an Israelite

Abbott-Smith

Μαάθ, ὁ, indecl.,
Maath: Lk 3:26.†

Abbott-Smith References

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Male • Son of Mattathias • Ancestor of Jesus Christ

Man living at the time ofExile and return

Maath is mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus Christ as recorded in the Gospel of Luke (Luk.3.26).

• A man from the tribe of Judah living at the time ofExile and return, only mentioned at Luk.3.26;
• only referred to as Maath Μαάθ;
• a son of Mattathias Ματταθίας;
• father of Naggai Ναγγαί.

Maath is a name that appears in the genealogy of Jesus Christ, as recorded in the Gospel of Luke (Luk.3.26). He is listed as the son of Mattathias and the father of Naggai, making him a distant ancestor of Jesus. The genealogy in Luke traces Jesus' lineage back to Adam, emphasizing His connection to all of humanity. Maath's inclusion in this genealogy highlights the importance of family lines and ancestral heritage in Jewish culture. However, no further information is provided about Maath's life, occupation, or role in the biblical narrative. His presence in the genealogy serves primarily to establish Jesus' lineage and to affirm His descent from the royal line of David, as well as His connection to the broader human family.

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Related Profiles:

• Mattathias (father)
• Naggai (child)