מְעוֹנֹתַי (me.o.no.tay)
me.o.no.tay
Meonothai
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Meonothai appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, recorded in 1 Chronicles 4:14 as a member of the tribe of Judah. He is identified as the son of Othniel and the father of Ophrah, placing him within the genealogical lines leading up to the establishment of Israel’s monarchy.
Etymologically, the name means "my habitations" or "my dwellings." This construction suggests a personal connection to place or home, reflecting the importance of family land and settlement in ancient Judah. The term highlights how identity was often tied to one's ancestral roots and physical location during this period.
While Meonothai himself is not a central figure in biblical narrative, his inclusion in the chronicles underscores the significance of preserving tribal lineage. These records served to maintain the historical continuity of Judah’s families before the rise of kingship.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Meonothai, found in 1 Chronicles 4:14, translates to "my habitations." This simple title points to a deep human desire for stability and belonging. In ancient Israel, identity was tightly woven into the land one inherited and the family one served. To be known by your dwelling place was to acknowledge that you were rooted in something larger than yourself.
For us today, this name reminds us that our true home is not just a physical location but a spiritual reality. While we may move from place to place, our lives are anchored in the family of God. The chronicler preserved these names to show that every person has a place in God's grand story. Your background and your roots matter to Him.
Even when life feels unstable or you feel disconnected from your past, this verse offers comfort. You are part of a long line of believers who trusted in God’s promises. Your current struggles do not erase your identity as a child of God. Instead, they invite you to find rest in the eternal home He has prepared.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ Meonothai2×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- וּ/מְעוֹנֹתַי\׃1×
- וּ/מְעוֹנֹתַ֖י1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 4:14
Meonothai became the father of Ophrah: and Seraiah became the father of Joab the father of Ge Harashim, for they were craftsmen.
This verse records Meonothai as the father of Ophrah, highlighting his role in continuing the Judahite lineage through settlement and family.