Lexical Summary Chathath: Hathath Original Word: חתַת Strong's Exhaustive Concordance cathath The same as chathath; Chathath, an Israelite -- cathath. see HEBREW chathath NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom chathath Definition an Isr. NASB Translation Hathath (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. חֲתַת proper name, masculine son of Othniel and grandson of Kenaz (brother of Caleb), חֲתַ֑ת 1 Chronicles 4:13. Topical Lexicon Proper Name and Singular Occurrence Ḥăthath (Strong’s Hebrew 2867) is recorded once, in 1 Chronicles 4:13, as a son of Othniel within the genealogies of Judah. The Chronicler writes: “The sons of Kenaz: Othniel and Seraiah. The sons of Othniel: Hathath and Meonothai”. Though brief, this mention places the name inside a significant web of covenant history. Genealogical Setting and Historical Context 1 Chronicles 4 surveys descendants of Judah after the exile, affirming continuity between pre-exilic promises and the post-exilic community. By tracing the line of Kenaz through Othniel to Hathath, the Chronicler links: • Kenaz—identified with the clan associated with Caleb (Joshua 15:17; Judges 1:13). Thus, Hathath stands as a reminder that heroic faithfulness in one era must be stewarded by subsequent descendants. The Chronicler’s audience—returned exiles rebuilding temple and identity—needed assurance that Judah’s heritage of courageous leadership remained intact. Thematic Insight from the Name The consonantal root of “Hathath” overlaps with the Hebrew verb often rendered “be shattered” or “be dismayed” (cf. Isaiah 30:31; Jeremiah 10:2). This juxtaposition is striking: the household of Othniel, famed for courage, includes a descendant whose name evokes dread or terror. The contrast underscores two complementary truths: 1. Human frailty and fear are ever-present realities—even in families marked by past victories. Ministry Applications 1. Faith’s relay across generations. Hathath’s fleeting appearance reminds pastors and parents alike that every generation must personally embrace covenant faith. Spiritual legacy is more than a family tree; it is discipleship that transfers living trust in the LORD (2 Timothy 1:5). 2. Names as theological testimonies. In Scripture, personal names often capture circumstances or prayers. Whether “Hathath” memorialized a season of dread or a prayer to shatter enemies, believers today can view their own accounts through the lens of God’s redemptive purposes, turning seasons of fear into monuments of deliverance (Romans 8:28). 3. Encouragement from obscurity. Hathath never headlines a narrative, yet his recorded existence witnesses that God values every link in His redemptive chain. Local servants in unnoticed roles can take heart: “Your labor in the Lord is not in vain” (1 Corinthians 15:58). Intertextual Connections • Judges 3:9-11 demonstrates the military faith of Hathath’s father, reinforcing the legacy concept. Conclusion Though confined to a single verse, Hathath’s place in Scripture contributes to the larger biblical tapestry of covenant fidelity, generational transmission of faith, and divine empowerment over human fear. His name invites reflection on how God redeems dread and perpetuates His purposes through every member—prominent or obscure—of His people. Forms and Transliterations חֲתַֽת׃ חתת׃ chaTatLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 4:13 HEB: וּבְנֵ֥י עָתְנִיאֵ֖ל חֲתַֽת׃ NAS: of Othniel [were] Hathath and Meonothai. KJV: and the sons of Othniel; Hathath. INT: and the sons of Othniel Hathath |
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