Basemath

Basemath in the Bible — daughter of Elon the Hittite, and wife of Esau (GEN 26:34). Basemath belonged to the tribe of Hittite. Referenced in 5 scripture passages.

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Gender: female
Tribe: Hittite
Scripture References: 5 references
Known Names: 2 names
Relationships: 3 connections

Names & Labels (2)

Basemathproper name

Hebrew: בָּשְׂמַת
Transliteration: basəmat
Meaning: fragrant
Greek: Βασεμμαθ
Reference: GEN 26:34
Strong's: H1315

Adahproper name

Hebrew: עָדָה
Transliteration: adah
Meaning: to take away
Greek: Αδα
Reference: GEN 36:3
Strong's: H5711

Family & Relationships (3)

wife

Esau(GEN 26:34)

daughter

Elon(GEN 26:34)

mother

Eliphaz(GEN 36:4)

Notes

also called Adah (GEN 36:2)

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Who is Basemath in the Bible?

Basemath is described in the Bible as daughter of Elon the Hittite, and wife of Esau (GEN 26:34). Basemath belonged to the tribe of Hittite.

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