Matred
Matred was the mother of Mehetabel, who was the wife of Hadar, king of Edom.
The name Matred means “wand of government”
FemaleEdomPatriarchs eraOld Testament2 books2 verses
Summary
A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Genesis 36:39; only referred to as Matred (מַטְרֵד); a daughter of Mezahab; mother of Mehetabel.
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Family members
- Father
- Spouse
- Children
Alternative names
- מַטְרֵדMatred
Mentions
- When Baal-hanan son of Achbor died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.
- When Baal-hanan died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.