Hammolecheth הַמֹּלֶכֶת
Sister of Gilead; mother of Ishhod, Abiezer, and Mahlah.
Biography
Hammolecheth is mentioned briefly in 1Ch.7.18 as the sister of Gilead, who was a descendant of Manasseh, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. She is described as the mother of three individuals: Ishhod, Abiezer, and Mahlah. Abiezer is notable as the clan from which Gideon, one of the judges of Israel, descended (Jdg.6.11, 24). The name Hammolecheth is unusual, as it is a feminine form of the Hebrew word "melech," meaning "king." Some scholars suggest that this name may indicate a position of authority or leadership held by Hammolecheth within her family or clan. However, no further details about her life or role are provided in the Bible.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Gilead Tribe of ManassehSon of MachirSon of Machir; grandson of Manasseh; father of six sons.View full profile →
- daughter of Machir Tribe of ManassehSister of GileadMarried Hezron, bore SegubView full profile →
- Peresh Tribe of ManassehSon of MachirSon of Machir, grandson of ManassehView full profile →
- Sheresh Tribe of ManassehSon of MachirSon of Machir and MaacahView full profile →
Offspring
- Ishhod Tribe of ManassehBrother of AbiezerSon of Hammoleketh, Manasseh's sister.View full profile →
- Abiezer Tribe of ManassehBrother of IshhodSon of Hammolecheth, from the tribe of ManassehView full profile →
- Mahlah Tribe of ManassehSister of IshhodDaughter of Zelophehad's sister.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:18
"His sister Hammolecheth bore Ishhod, Abiezer, and Mahlah."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | הַמֹּלֶכֶת | H4447G |