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Maath is mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus Christ as recorded in the Gospel of Luke.
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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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Small, a person named in our Lord’s ancestry (Luke 3:26).
(small), son of Mattathias in the genealogy of Jesus Christ. (Luke 3:26)
wiping away; breaking; fearing; smiting
MA'ATH (small), an ancestor of Jesus. Luke 3:26.
MA'ATH (small), an ancestor of Jesus. Luke 3:26.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s G3092
the son of Maath, the son of Mattathias, the son of Semein, the son of Josech, the son of Joda,
Names, family links and references: STEPBible TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Short descriptions were drafted with AI assistance by STEPBible. Family links follow STEPBible’s scholarly decisions where genealogies are ambiguous.