Athach is a location mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of the narrative of David's time as a fugitive. The reference to Athach is found in 1 Samuel 30:30, where it is listed among the places to which David sent some of the spoils of his victory over the Amalekites. The passage reads: "to those in Hormah, Bor-ashan, and Athach" (1 Samuel 30:30). This distribution of spoils was part of David's effort to maintain and strengthen alliances with the elders of Judah and other friendly groups during his period of exile from King Saul.

The exact location of Athach is not definitively known, and it is not mentioned elsewhere in the biblical text. This has led to some speculation among scholars and historians regarding its geographical and historical significance. Some suggest that Athach may have been a small settlement or village within the territory of Judah, possibly near other locations mentioned in the same passage, such as Hormah and Bor-ashan.

From a theological perspective, the mention of Athach, though brief, is part of a larger narrative demonstrating David's strategic and diplomatic acumen. By sharing the spoils with various towns, David not only provided for those who had supported him but also reinforced his reputation as a leader who cared for his people. This act of generosity and political wisdom helped to solidify his future kingship over Israel.

The inclusion of Athach in the biblical record, despite its obscurity, underscores the importance of even seemingly minor locations and events in the unfolding of God's plan through the history of Israel. It reflects the interconnectedness of communities and the role of divine providence in the establishment of David's kingdom, which would ultimately lead to the fulfillment of God's promises to His people.Athach

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(lodging place). (1 Samuel 30:30) As the name does not occur elsewhere, it has been suggested that it is an error of the transcriber for Ether, a town in the low country of Judah. (Joshua 15:42)

ATHACH

a'-thak (`athakh, "lodging-place"): One of the cities of Judah to which David sent from Ziklag the spoil of the Amalekites (1 Samuel 30:30). Its site is unknown. Driver, Budde, and Wellhausen identify it with Ether (Joshua 15:42).

6269. Athak -- a place in Judah
... 6268, 6269. Athak. 6270 . a place in Judah. Transliteration: Athak Phonetic
Spelling: (ath-awk') Short Definition: Athach. ... Athach. ...
/hebrew/6269.htm - 5kAthach (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia ATHACH. ... Driver, Budde, and Wellhausen identify it
with Ether (Joshua 15:42). Multi-Version Concordance Athach (1 Occurrence). ...
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A'thach (1 Occurrence)
... Athach, A'thach. Athaiah . ... 1 Samuel 30:30 and to those who were in Hormah, and
to those who were in Borashan, and to those who were in Athach, (See RSV). ...
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Bor-ashan (1 Occurrence)
... Bor-ashan (1 Occurrence). 1 Samuel 30:30 and to them that were in Hormah, and to
them that were in Bor-ashan, and to them that were in Athach, (ASV BBE JPS NAS) ...
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Borashan (1 Occurrence)
... Borashan (1 Occurrence). 1 Samuel 30:30 and to those who were in Hormah, and to
those who were in Borashan, and to those who were in Athach, (WEB). ...
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Borash'an (1 Occurrence)
... Borash'an (1 Occurrence). 1 Samuel 30:30 and to them that were in Hormah, and to
them that were in Bor-ashan, and to them that were in Athach; (See RSV). ...
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Bor (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Samuel 30:30 and to those who were in Hormah, and to those who were in Borashan,
and to those who were in Athach, (Root in WEB JPS ASV BBE NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Chorashan (1 Occurrence)
... Chorashan (1 Occurrence). 1 Samuel 30:30 And to them which were in Hormah, and to
them which were in Chorashan, and to them which were in Athach, (KJV). ...
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Chor-ashan (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Chor-ashan (1 Occurrence). 1 Samuel 30:30 and to those
in Hormah, and to those in Chor-ashan, and to those in Athach, (DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Atha (1 Occurrence)

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Ashan (5 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 30:30 and to those who were in Hormah, and to those who were in Borashan,
and to those who were in Athach, (Root in WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT ...
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