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The name Avith is derived from the Hebrew root that may suggest a meaning related to "ruin" or "destruction," although the exact etymology remains uncertain. Avith holds significance primarily due to its association with the Edomite monarchy.<br><br><b>Biblical References:</b> <br>Avith is referenced in the context of the Edomite kingship in the Book of Genesis. The specific mention is found in <a href="/genesis/36-35.htm">Genesis 36:35</a>, which states: "When Husham died, Hadad son of Bedad, who defeated Midian in the country of Moab, reigned in his place. His city was Avith." <br><br><b>Historical Context:</b> <br>The mention of Avith occurs during the genealogical listing of the descendants of Esau, who is also known as Edom. The Edomites were a people closely related to the Israelites, descending from Esau, the brother of Jacob. The narrative in <a href="/bsb/genesis/36.htm">Genesis 36</a> provides a record of the kings who reigned in Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites, highlighting the established governance and societal structure of the Edomites.<br><br><b>Geographical Significance:</b> <br>While the exact location of Avith is not definitively known, it is understood to be a city within the territory of Edom. Edom was situated to the southeast of the Dead Sea, in what is now modern-day southern Jordan. The region was characterized by its rugged terrain and strategic trade routes, which contributed to the wealth and power of the Edomite kingdom.<br><br><b>Cultural and Theological Insights:</b> <br>The mention of Avith in the biblical text underscores the historical reality of the Edomite kingdom and its interactions with neighboring peoples, such as the Midianites and Moabites. The reign of Hadad, associated with Avith, is noted for his military victory over Midian, indicating the martial prowess and regional influence of Edom during this period.<br><br>From a theological perspective, the inclusion of Edomite kings and cities like Avith in the biblical narrative serves to illustrate the broader tapestry of nations and peoples that interacted with the Israelites. It reflects the fulfillment of God's promises to Abraham regarding the multitude of nations that would arise from his descendants, including those through Esau.<br><br><b>Conclusion:</b> <br>Avith, though briefly mentioned, is a testament to the historical and cultural milieu of the ancient Near East. Its inclusion in the genealogical records of Genesis provides insight into the complex relationships and histories of the peoples surrounding Israel, contributing to a deeper understanding of the biblical narrative and its historical context.<a name="hit" id="hit"></a><div class="vheading2">Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Avith</span><p>wicked, perverse<a name="smi" id="smi"></a><div class="vheading2">Smith's Bible Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Avith</span><p>(<i>ruins</i>), the city of Hadad ben-Bedad, one of the kings of Edom before there were kings in Israel. (<a href="/genesis/36-35.htm">Genesis 36:35</a>; <a href="/1_chronicles/1-46.htm">1 Chronicles 1:46</a>)<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">AVITH</span><p>a'-vith `awith: The royal city of Hadad king of Edom (<a href="/genesis/36-35.htm">Genesis 36:35</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-46.htm">1 Chronicles 1:46</a>). The Septuagint reads Getthaim. There is no clue to its identification.<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/5762.htm"><span class="l">5762. <b>Avith</b> -- a place in Edom</span></a><br><b>Avith</b> or Ayyoth or Ayyuth. 5761, 5762. <b>Avith</b> or Ayyoth or Ayyuth. 5763 .<br> a place in Edom. Transliteration: <b>Avith</b> or Ayyoth or <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/5762.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/leupold/exposition_of_genesis_volume_1/chapter_xxxvi.htm"><span class="l">Chapter xxxvi</span></a> <br><b>...</b> And Husham died and there ruled in his stead Hadad, the son of Bedad, the man who<br> smote Midian in the field of Moab, and the name of his city was <b>Avith</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../christianbookshelf.org/leupold/exposition of genesis volume 1/chapter xxxvi.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/a/avith.htm"><span class="l"><b>Avith</b> (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>AVITH</b>. a'-vith `awith: The royal city of Hadad king of Edom (Genesis 36:35 1<br> Chronicles 1:46). <b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Avith</b> (2 Occurrences). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/avith.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/bedad.htm"><span class="l">Bedad (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 36:35 Husham died, and Hadad, the son of Bedad, who struck Midian in the<br> field of Moab, reigned in his place. The name of his city was <b>Avith</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/bedad.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/h/hadad.htm"><span class="l">Hadad (38 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> king of Edom, son of Bedad (Genesis 36:35, 36 parallel 1 Chronicles 1:46, 47),<br> "who smote Midian in the field of Moab," and whose "city was <b>Avith</b>." (3) Another <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/h/hadad.htm - 21k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/mid'ian.htm"><span class="l">Mid'ian (47 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 36:35 And Husham died, and Hadad the son of Bedad, who smote Midian in the<br> field of Moab, reigned in his stead; and the name of his city was <b>Avith</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/mid'ian.htm - 20k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/succeeded.htm"><span class="l">Succeeded (81 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 36:35 Husham died, and Hadad, the son of Bedad, who struck Midian in the<br> field of Moab, reigned in his place. The name of his city was <b>Avith</b>. (See NIV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/succeeded.htm - 28k</font><p><a href="/topical/o/overcame.htm"><span class="l">Overcame (84 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 36:35 And at the death of Husham, Hadad, son of Bedad, who overcame the<br> Midianites in the field of Moab, became king; his chief town was named <b>Avith</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/o/overcame.htm - 32k</font><p><a href="/topical/d/defeated.htm"><span class="l">Defeated (88 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (See NAS). Genesis 36:35 Husham died, and Hadad, the son of Bedad, who struck Midian<br> in the field of Moab, reigned in his place. The name of his city was <b>Avith</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/d/defeated.htm - 32k</font><p><a href="/topical/h/husham.htm"><span class="l">Husham (4 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 36:35 Husham died, and Hadad, the son of Bedad, who struck Midian in the<br> field of Moab, reigned in his place. The name of his city was <b>Avith</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/h/husham.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/stead.htm"><span class="l">Stead (117 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 36:35 And Husham died, and Hadad the son of Bedad, who smote Midian in the<br> field of Moab, reigned in his stead: and the name of his city was <b>Avith</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/stead.htm - 38k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/reigned.htm"><span class="l">Reigned (206 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 36:35 Husham died, and Hadad, the son of Bedad, who struck Midian in the<br> field of Moab, reigned in his place. The name of his city was <b>Avith</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/reigned.htm - 37k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Avith (2 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/genesis/36-35.htm">Genesis 36:35</a></span><br />Husham died, and Hadad, the son of Bedad, who struck Midian in the field of Moab, reigned in his place. The name of his city was <span class="boldtext">Avith</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-46.htm">1 Chronicles 1:46</a></span><br />Husham died, and Hadad the son of Bedad, who struck Midian in the field of Moab, reigned in his place; and the name of his city was <span class="boldtext">Avith</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/a/avith.htm">Avith</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/avith--capital_city_of_the_edomites.htm">Avith: Capital City of the Edomites</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/bedad.htm">Bedad (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/h/hadad.htm">Hadad (38 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/mid'ian.htm">Mid'ian (47 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/succeeded.htm">Succeeded (81 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/o/overcame.htm">Overcame (84 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/d/defeated.htm">Defeated (88 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/h/husham.htm">Husham (4 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/stead.htm">Stead (117 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/reigned.htm">Reigned (206 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/d/dieth.htm">Dieth (192 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/a/avites.htm">Avites (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/a/aviv.htm">Aviv (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/smiteth.htm">Smiteth (156 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/smote.htm">Smote (281 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/midian.htm">Midian (60 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/midianites.htm">Midianites (30 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/struck.htm">Struck (373 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/fields.htm">Fields (199 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/moab.htm">Moab (162 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/field.htm">Field (390 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/naves/a/avites--colonists_of_samaria.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Avites: Colonists of Samaria"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Avites: Colonists of Samaria" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/naves/a/avith--capital_city_of_the_edomites.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Avith: Capital City of the Edomites"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Avith: Capital City of the Edomites" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>