Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
Mezahab was the grandfather of Mehetabel, who was the wife of Hadar, an Edomite king.
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Mezahab is mentioned in the genealogies of Esau in the book of Genesis and the book of Chronicles (Gen.36.39; 1Ch.1.50). He was the father of Matred and the grandfather of Mehetabel, who became the wife of Hadar, the last king of Edom mentioned in these genealogies. No further information is given about Mezahab's life, occupation, or place of origin. His name, which means "waters of gold" or "gold waters" in Hebrew, may suggest some connection to a place known for its gold or water resources, but the Bible does not provide any details to confirm this.
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Water of gold, the father of Matred (Gen. 36:39; 1 Chr. 1:50), and grandfather of Mehetabel, wife of Hadar, the last king of Edom.
(waters of gold), the father of Matred and grandfather of Mehetabel, who was wife of Hadar or Hadad, the last-named king of Edom. (Genesis 36:39; 1 Chronicles 1:50)
MEZ'AHAB (waters of gold), the grandfather of Mehetabel, wife of Hadar, the last king of Edom, Gen 36:39; Gen 1 Chr, 1:50.
MEZ'AHAB (waters of gold), the grandfather of Mehetabel, wife of Hadar, the last king of Edom, Gen 36:39; Gen 1 Chr, 1:50.
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2 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H4314
When Baal-hanan son of Achbor died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wifeʼs name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.
When Baal-hanan died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wifeʼs name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.
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