Bible Dictionary
Maachathi
The Maachathites were inhabitants of the small Syrian kingdom of Maacah, near Geshur and Mount Hermon.
Definition
The Maachathites were the inhabitants of the small Syrian kingdom of Maachah. They are also called the people of Maacah.
Biblical Usage
The Maachathites are mentioned among the peoples whose territory remained in Israel’s midst and among groups involved in later military events. They appear in the accounts of Israel’s eastern territories, David’s warriors, and the people living near Gilead.
Historical Background
Their kingdom lay near Geshur and Mount Hermon, though its exact boundaries are not certain.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(oppression) and Maach’athites, The, two words which denote the inhabitants of the small kingdom of Maachah. (3:14; Joshua 12:5; 13:11,13); (2 Samuel 23:34; 2 Kings 25:23; Jeremiah 40:8)