J
Jahath(6)
Jahath in the Bible — foreman over reconstruction of the Temple during Josiah's reign (2CH 34:12). Jahath belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “broken in pieces; descending”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Levi
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Jahathproper name
- Hebrew
- יַחַת
- Transliteration
- yachat
- Meaning
- snatch up
- Greek
- Ιεθ
- Reference
- 2CH 34:12
- Strong's
- H3189
Family & Relationships (1)
descendant
Merari(2CH 34:12)
Notes
Merarites (from Merari, son of Levi)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jahath in the Bible?
Jahath is described in the Bible as foreman over reconstruction of the Temple during Josiah's reign (2CH 34:12). Jahath belonged to the tribe of Levi.
What does the name Jahath mean?
The name Jahath means “broken in pieces; descending” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.