Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Maachah is a name that appears multiple times in the Old Testament, referring to both individuals and a region. The name Maachah is of Hebrew origin, meaning "oppression" or "to press."1. Maachah, the Region: Maachah was a small Aramean kingdom located near the region of Geshur, east of the Sea of Galilee. It is mentioned in the context of the territorial conquests of the Israelites. In Joshua 13:11, the land of Maachah is listed among the territories that were not conquered by the Israelites: "Gilead, and the territory of the Geshurites and Maacathites, all Mount Hermon, and all Bashan as far as Salecah." 2. Maachah, the Daughter of Talmai: Maachah was the daughter of Talmai, king of Geshur, and became one of King David's wives. She is the mother of Absalom and Tamar. Her marriage to David is noted in 2 Samuel 3:3: "his third was Absalom the son of Maacah, the daughter of Talmai king of Geshur." Maachah's influence is seen in the lives of her children, particularly in the tragic events surrounding Absalom's rebellion and Tamar's violation. 3. Maachah, the Wife of Rehoboam: Another Maachah is mentioned as the wife of King Rehoboam and the mother of Abijah, king of Judah. She is described as the daughter of Absalom, though some texts refer to her as the granddaughter, suggesting a possible generational gap or textual variation. In 1 Kings 15:2, it is stated: "He reigned in Jerusalem three years. His mother’s name was Maacah daughter of Abishalom." Maachah held significant influence as the queen mother, but her idolatrous practices led to her removal from this position by her grandson Asa, as recorded in 1 Kings 15:13: "He also removed his grandmother Maacah from her position as queen mother because she had made a repulsive Asherah pole." 4. Maachah, the Concubine of Caleb: In 1 Chronicles 2:48, Maachah is mentioned as a concubine of Caleb, a descendant of Judah: "Caleb’s concubine Maacah gave birth to Sheber and Tirhanah." This reference highlights the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah. 5. Maachah, the Father of Hanan: In 1 Chronicles 11:43, Maachah is listed as the father of Hanan, one of David's mighty warriors: "Hanan son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite." The various references to Maachah in the Bible illustrate the complexity of familial and political relationships in ancient Israel and its neighboring regions. The individuals named Maachah played roles in the unfolding narrative of Israel's history, often intertwined with themes of power, influence, and the consequences of idolatry. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary MaachahSmith's Bible Dictionary Maachah(oppression).
Easton's Bible Dictionary Oppression, a small Syrian kingdom near Geshur, east of the Hauran, the district of Batanea (Joshua 13:13; 2 Samuel 10:6, 8; 1 Chronicles 19:7).(2.) A daughter of Talmai, king of the old native population of Geshur. She became one of David's wives, and was the mother of Absalom (2 Samuel 3:3). (3.) The father of Hanan, who was one of David's body-guard (1 Chronicles 11:43). (4.) The daughter of Abishalom (called Absalom, 2 Chronicles 11:20-22), the third wife of Rehoboam, and mother of Abijam (1 Kings 15:2). She is called "Michaiah the daughter of Uriel," who was the husband of Absalom's daughter Tamar (2 Chronicles 13:2). Her son Abijah or Abijam was heir to the throne. (5.) The father of Achish, the king of Gath (1 Kings 2:39), called also Maoch (1 Samuel 27:2). International Standard Bible Encyclopedia MAACAH; MAACHAHma'-a-ka (ma`akhah): Strong's Hebrew 62. Abel Beth-maakah -- a city in Northern Israel... Word Origin from abel, bayith and Maakah Definition a city in N. Isr. NASB Word Usage Abel (1), Abel-beth-maacah (2). Abel-beth-maachah, Abel of Beth-maachah,. ... /hebrew/62.htm - 6k 4601. Maakah -- an Israelite name, also a non-Isr. name, also a ... 1038. Beth Maakah -- "house of Maakah," a place in Northern Israel Library Concerning Rehoboam, and How God Inflicted Punishment Upon Him for ... Asa The Kingdom Op Judah. The Great Confession - the Great Commission - the Great ... The Nations of the North-East How David, when He had Recovered his Kingdom, was Reconciled to ... Thesaurus Maachah (19 Occurrences)... 2). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. MAACAH; MAACHAH. ma ... 16). W. Ewing. Multi-Version Concordance Maachah (19 Occurrences). Genesis ... /m/maachah.htm - 16k Syria-maachah (1 Occurrence) Beth-maachah (1 Occurrence) Aram-maachah (1 Occurrence) Abel-beth-maachah (2 Occurrences) Abijah (32 Occurrences) Abelbethmaachah (2 Occurrences) Maacah (30 Occurrences) Mistress (20 Occurrences) Syriamaachah (1 Occurrence) Resources Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible ThesuarusConcordance Maachah (19 Occurrences)Genesis 22:24 2 Samuel 3:3 1 Kings 2:39 1 Kings 15:2 1 Kings 15:10 1 Kings 15:13 1 Chronicles 2:48 1 Chronicles 3:2 1 Chronicles 7:15 1 Chronicles 7:16 1 Chronicles 8:29 1 Chronicles 9:35 1 Chronicles 11:43 1 Chronicles 19:7 1 Chronicles 27:16 2 Chronicles 11:20 2 Chronicles 11:21 2 Chronicles 11:22 2 Chronicles 15:16 Subtopics Maachah: Also Called Maacah and Maachathi: A Small Kingdom East of Bashan Maachah: Also Called Maacah: Mother of Absalom Maachah: Also Called Maoch: Father of Achish Maachah: Also Called Michaiah: Mother of Abijam and Grandmother of Asa Related Terms Abel-beth-maachah (2 Occurrences) |