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Sabtecha, Or Sabtechah

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Sabtecha, also called Sabtechah, was the fifth son of Cush and a descendant of Ham.

Definition

Sabtecha, also called Sabtechah, was the fifth son of Cush and a descendant of Ham.

Biblical Usage

He is listed among the sons of Cush in the genealogical records.

Historical Background

The name is explained in the supplied material as “striking,” with a chronology placing him around 2218 B.C.

Scripture References

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Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(striking), (Genesis 10:7; 1 Chronicles 1:9) the fifth in order of the sons of Cush. (B.C. 2218.)
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