Sabth

Sabth is a name mentioned in the genealogical records of the Bible, specifically in the Table of Nations found in Genesis 10. Sabth is identified as one of the sons of Cush, who was a son of Ham, the son of Noah. This places Sabth within the lineage of the Hamites, a group traditionally associated with the peoples of Africa and parts of the Near East.

In Genesis 10:7 , the text states: "The sons of Cush: Seba, Havilah, Sabtah, Raamah, and Sabteca." The name Sabth is often considered a variant or transcriptional error of Sabtah, as the names are closely related and appear in similar contexts. The genealogical listing in 1 Chronicles 1:9 also includes Sabtah: "The sons of Cush: Seba, Havilah, Sabtah, Raamah, and Sabteca."

The historical and geographical identification of Sabth is not explicitly detailed in the biblical text, leading to various interpretations and theories among scholars. Some suggest that Sabth may have been associated with a region or people in the Arabian Peninsula or Northeast Africa, reflecting the broader dispersion of Cush's descendants.

Sabtecha

Sabtecha, like Sabth, is another son of Cush mentioned in the genealogical records of Genesis 10 and 1 Chronicles 1. The name appears in the same lists as Sabth, indicating a close familial relationship and shared heritage among the descendants of Cush.

Genesis 10:7 records: "The sons of Cush: Seba, Havilah, Sabtah, Raamah, and Sabteca." Similarly, 1 Chronicles 1:9 states: "The sons of Cush: Seba, Havilah, Sabtah, Raamah, and Sabteca." The consistent mention of Sabtecha in these genealogies underscores its significance in the biblical narrative of the dispersion of nations following the Flood.

The precise location or people group associated with Sabtecha remains uncertain, as the Bible does not provide additional context or description. However, like other descendants of Cush, Sabtecha is often linked to regions in Africa or the Arabian Peninsula. Some historical and linguistic studies suggest possible connections to ancient tribes or settlements in these areas, though definitive identification remains elusive.

In the broader biblical narrative, the mention of Sabth and Sabtecha serves to illustrate the fulfillment of God's command to Noah's descendants to "be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth" (Genesis 9:1). These genealogies highlight the spread of humanity and the establishment of diverse nations and cultures, each with its unique role in the unfolding account of God's creation and redemption.Sabth and Sabtecha

Sons of Cush, Genesis 10:7. It cannot be decided whether they settled in Africa, Arabia, or southeastern Asia.

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