Tahan; Tahanites
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Tahan; Tahanites in the Bible?
Tahan and his descendants were members of the tribe of Ephraim during the period of the Israelite wilderness wanderings, recorded in Numbers 26:35 and 1 Chronicles 7:25-27.
SIGNIFICANCE
The genealogical records of Tahan help readers trace the lineage and internal structure of the tribe of Ephraim as presented in the biblical text.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Tahan; Tahanites reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Tahan; Tahanites in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Tahan; Tahanites clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Numbers 26:351 Chronicles 7:25-27
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
"Tahan; Tahanites." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/tahan-tahanites/