Abitub

Abitub was a son of Shaharaim, a Benjaminite, and is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin.

The name Abitub means “father of goodness”

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Summary

A man from the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1 Chronicles 8:11; only referred to as Abitub (אֲבִיטוּב); son of Shaharaim and Hushim; a brother of Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam, Jeuz, Sachia, Mirmah and Elpaal.

Glossary entries

Family members

Father: Shaharaim
Mother: Hushim
Siblings: Elpaal Jeuz Jobab Malcam Mesha Mirmah Sachia Zibia

Alternative names

אֲבִיטוּבAbitub

Mentions

1 Chronicles 8:11
He also had sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.