Bible Dictionary
Gatam
Gatam was a son of Eliphaz, the son of Esau, and an Edomite chief or clan leader. He is listed among the chiefs descended from Eliphaz.
Definition
Gatam was the fourth son of Eliphaz, the son of Esau, and an Edomite chief or clan leader. He is listed among the chiefs descended from Eliphaz.
Biblical Usage
Gatam appears in the genealogical and chiefly lists of Edom.
Historical Background
His name is associated in the sources with the meaning “a burnt valley.”
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(a burnt valley), the fourth son of Eliphaz the son of Esau, (Genesis 36:11; 1 Chronicles 1:36) and one of the “dukes” of Eliphaz. (Genesis 36:16) (B.C. after 1760.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ga'-tam (ga`tam):</p><p>An Edomite chief, grandson of Esau (Ge 36:11,16; 1Ch 1:36).</p>