Lothe is not a direct figure or term found in the Bible; however, it may be a misspelling or variation of "Lot," a significant biblical character. Lot is a prominent figure in the Book of Genesis, known for his association with the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah and his relationship with his uncle, Abraham.

Background and Family

Lot was the son of Haran, Abraham's brother, making him Abraham's nephew. After the death of his father, Lot accompanied Abraham and his family as they journeyed from Ur of the Chaldeans to the land of Canaan. This journey was part of God's call to Abraham to leave his homeland and go to a land that He would show him (Genesis 12:1-5).

Life in Canaan and Separation from Abraham

Upon arriving in Canaan, Lot and Abraham both prospered, acquiring large flocks and herds. However, their combined wealth led to strife between their herdsmen due to limited resources. To resolve this conflict, Abraham proposed that they separate, allowing Lot to choose the land he preferred. Lot chose the fertile plain of the Jordan Valley, settling near the city of Sodom (Genesis 13:5-12).

Sodom and Gomorrah

Lot's choice to live near Sodom, a city known for its wickedness, had significant consequences. The Bible describes the men of Sodom as "wicked, sinning greatly against the LORD" (Genesis 13:13). Despite this, Lot remained in the area, eventually becoming a resident of Sodom.

When God decided to destroy Sodom and Gomorrah due to their great sin, He sent two angels to rescue Lot and his family. The angels warned Lot to flee the city with his wife and daughters, instructing them not to look back. As they fled, Lot's wife disobeyed and looked back, turning into a pillar of salt (Genesis 19:15-26).

Legacy and Descendants

After the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, Lot and his daughters settled in a cave in the mountains. Believing they were the last people on earth, Lot's daughters devised a plan to preserve their family line by getting their father drunk and conceiving children by him. This resulted in the birth of Moab and Ben-Ammi, the ancestors of the Moabites and Ammonites, respectively (Genesis 19:30-38).

Theological Significance

Lot's life serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of choosing to live among wickedness and the importance of obedience to God's commands. His account is often referenced in discussions about the dangers of compromising one's values and the impact of environment on spiritual well-being.

New Testament References

Lot is mentioned in the New Testament as a righteous man who was distressed by the depraved conduct of the lawless in Sodom. The Apostle Peter writes, "He rescued Lot, a righteous man who was distressed by the depraved conduct of the lawless" (2 Peter 2:7). This reference highlights God's ability to rescue the godly from trials while holding the unrighteous accountable.

Conclusion

While the name "Lothe" does not appear in the biblical text, the account of Lot provides valuable lessons on faith, righteousness, and the consequences of living in a sinful environment. His narrative underscores the importance of trusting in God's guidance and the dangers of worldly enticements.3811. laah -- to be weary or impatient
... A primitive root; to tire; (figuratively) to be (or make) disgusted -- faint, grieve,
lothe, (be, make) weary (selves). 3810, 3811. laah. 3812 . ...
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1602. gaal -- to abhor, loathe
... abhor, fail, loathe, vilely cast away. A primitive root; to detest; by implication,
to reject -- abhor, fail, lothe, vilely cast away. 1601, 1602. ...
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7114. qatsar -- to be short
... or intransitive, literal or figurative); especially to harvest (grass or grain) --
X at all, cut down, much discouraged, grieve, harvestman, lothe, mourn, reap ...
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Fifteenth Day for Schools and Colleges
... have put in thy mouth, shall not depart out of thy mouth, nor out of the mouth of
thy seed, nor out of the mouth of thy seed's seed, saith the LoThe future of ...
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The Life of Mr. John M'Clelland.
... I have reason to hope that such a wise and well-constitute parliament will be lothe
to lay such a yoke upon the churches, of so little advantage to any man ...
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The Life of Mr. Robert Blair.
... prelates out of the affections of all ranks and degrees of people, and even some
who were most active in setting them up, were now beginning to lothe them for ...
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Lothe (5 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Lothe (5 Occurrences). ... (WBS). Job 7:16 I lothe it; I would
not live always: let me alone; for my days are vanity. (WBS). ...
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Offensive (15 Occurrences)
... Exodus 7:18 And the fish that is in the river shall die, and the river shall be
offensive in smell; and the Egyptians shall lothe to drink of the water of the ...
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Lothasubus

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Lothed (2 Occurrences)

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Whorish (5 Occurrences)
... am broken with their whorish heart, which hath departed from me, and with their
eyes, which go a whoring after their idols: and they shall lothe themselves for ...
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Whoring (17 Occurrences)
... am broken with their whorish heart, which hath departed from me, and with their
eyes, which go a whoring after their idols: and they shall lothe themselves for ...
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Apostate (5 Occurrences)
... I am broken with their apostate heart, which hath departed from me, and with their
eyes which go astray after their idols: and they shall lothe themselves for ...
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Captives (69 Occurrences)
... am broken with their whorish heart, which hath departed from me, and with their
eyes, which go a whoring after their idols: and they shall lothe themselves for ...
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Defiled (119 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 20:43 And there shall ye remember your ways, and all your doings, wherein
ye have been defiled; and ye shall lothe yourselves in your own sight for all ...
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