Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Ahumai was a descendant of Judah through his grandson Reaiah.
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Ahumai is mentioned briefly in the genealogy of the tribe of Judah, specifically in the lineage of Reaiah, who was a descendant of Judah through his son Shobal. (1Ch.4.1-2)
The genealogy in 1Chronicles 4 traces the descendants of Judah, focusing on various clans and families within the tribe. It provides a detailed record of the lineage of significant individuals and their offspring.
Apart from being listed as a descendant of Reaiah, no further information is given about Ahumai's life, his role within the family, or any notable events associated with him.
The mention of Ahumai in the genealogy serves to document the lineage of Judah and to demonstrate the continuity of the tribe through its various branches. It also highlights the importance of family records and ancestry in the Israelite society.
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(brother of water, i.e. cowardly), Son of Jabath, a descendant of Judah, and head of one of the families of the Zorathites. (1 Chronicles 4:2)
a meadow of waters; a brother of waters
AHU'MAI (brother of water, i. e. pusillanimons), a descendant of Judah. 1 Chr 4:2.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H0267
Reaiah son of Shobal was the father of Jahath, and Jahath was the father of Ahumai and Lahad. These were the clans of the Zorathites.
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