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Atarah

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Atarah was a wife of Jerahmeel and the mother of Onam. Her name means “crown.”

Definition

Atarah, meaning “crown,” was one of Jerahmeel’s wives and the mother of Onam.

Biblical Usage

Atarah is named in the genealogy of Judah in 1 Chronicles 2:26.

Historical Background

Atarah is identified through her family relationships in the genealogical record.

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(a crown) a wife of Jerahmeel, and mother of Onam. (1 Chronicles 2:26)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>at'-a-ra, a-ta'-ra (`aTarah, "crown"): One of Jerahmeel's wives and mother of Onam (1Ch 2:26).</p>
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