Bible Person

Jahath

Meaning: broken in pieces; descending · Male · 2 cross references

This Jahath entry refers to the Gershonite family figure in Chronicles, not to other Levites of the same name elsewhere. He belongs to the inherited household structure of Levitical memory. First appears in 1 Chr 23:10.1

AI summary: This Jahath matters because the cross references place him within the compact genealogical ordering of Gershon's line, where the preservation of family continuity is the main concern. Such entries help sustain the structured memory through which sacred service is understood. Taken together, the material presents this Jahath as a Levitical genealogical figure whose place supports the continuity of sanctuary service.1

Central Figure

Jahath

Meaning: broken in pieces; descending

A son of Shimei, and grandson of Gershom (1 Chr.