Abitub אֲבִיטוּב
Son of Shaharaim, a Benjaminite
Biography
Abitub is mentioned briefly in 1Ch.8.11 as one of the sons of Shaharaim, a descendant of Benjamin. Shaharaim had two wives, Hushim and Baara, and Abitub is listed among the children born to him in the land of Moab after he had sent away his previous wives.
The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 8 traces the descendants of Benjamin, providing insight into the growth and development of the tribe. However, no further details are given about Abitub's life, his role within the tribe, or any significant events or accomplishments associated with him. His mention serves primarily to document the lineage of the Benjaminites.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Jobab Tribe of BenjaminSaul's familyA son of Elpaal, descendant of BenjaminView full profile →
- Zibia Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimSon of Shaharaim, a BenjamiteView full profile →
- Mesha Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and founder of Ziph.View full profile →
- Malcam Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimSon of Shaharaim, a Benjamite.View full profile →
- Jeuz Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimA descendant of Shaharaim from the tribe of BenjaminView full profile →
- Sachia Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimSon of Shaharaim, a BenjamiteView full profile →
- Mirmah Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimA Benjamite mentioned in a genealogy.View full profile →
- Elpaal Tribe of BenjaminSon of ShaharaimA Benjamite, son of Shaharaim.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 8:11
"By Hushim, he became the father of Abitub and Elpaal."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֲבִיטוּב | H0036 |
Encyclopedia Article
ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)