Bible Dictionary
Hamathite, The
A descendant of Canaan and inhabitant of Hamath, listed among the families descended from Noah’s son Canaan.
Definition
The Hamathites were one of the families descended from Canaan. They were associated with Hamath and are named last in the list of Canaan’s descendants.
Biblical Usage
The Hamathites are mentioned in the genealogical lists of the descendants of Canaan in Genesis and Chronicles.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
one of the families descended from Canaan, named last in the list. (Genesis 10:18; 1 Chronicles 1:16)