Mattan
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Mattan in the Bible?
Mattan was a priest in the house of Baal who was slain by Jehoiada, and also the father of Shephatiah, a contemporary and persecutor of Jeremiah.
SIGNIFICANCE
Mattan's actions highlight the conflict between the worship of Baal and the worship of Yahweh during the reigns of King Ahaziah and King Joash.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Mattan reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Mattan in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Mattan clarify?
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Mattan." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/mattan/