Ahumai אֲחוּמַי

Male Tribe of Judah H0267 1 book

Descendant of Judah through Reaiah

Biography

Ahumai is mentioned briefly in the genealogy of the tribe of Judah, specifically in the lineage of Reaiah, who was a descendant of Judah through his son Shobal. (1Ch.4.1-2)

The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 4 traces the descendants of Judah, focusing on various clans and families within the tribe. It provides a detailed record of the lineage of significant individuals and their offspring.

Apart from being listed as a descendant of Reaiah, no further information is given about Ahumai's life, his role within the family, or any notable events associated with him.

The mention of Ahumai in the genealogy serves to document the lineage of Judah and to demonstrate the continuity of the tribe through its various branches. It also highlights the importance of family records and ancestry in the Israelite society.

Family

In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 4:2

    "Reaiah the son of Shobal became the father of Jahath; and Jahath became the father of Ahumai and Lahad. These are the families of the Zorathites."

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew אֲחוּמַי H0267
Encyclopedia Article

Ahumai

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

am ('achuzzam, "possessor"). A son of Ashahur of the tribe of Judah, his mother's name was Naarah (1Ch 4:6); written Ahuzam in the King James Version.