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Zoheth

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A son of Ishi of the tribe of Judah.

Definition

Zoheth was a Judahite, a son of Ishi. The name’s meaning is unknown, though it has been associated with snatching.

Biblical Usage

Zoheth is mentioned in the Judahite genealogy of 1 Chronicles 4:20.

Historical Background

The supplied material notes that the name following “Ben-zoheth” appears to be missing from the text.

Scripture References

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Easton's Bible Dictionary
Snatching (?), one of the sons of Ishi (1 Chr. 4:20).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
son of Ishi of the tribe of Judah. (1 Chronicles 4:20)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>zo'-heth (zocheth, meaning unknown): A Judahite (1Ch 4:20). The name after "Ben-zoheth" at the end of the verse has fallen out.</p><p>See BEN-ZOHETH.</p>
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