קַטָּת (qat.tat)
qat.tat
Kattath
N:N--LQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The word qat.tat, rendered as Kattath in English Bibles, is a proper noun referring to a specific town located within the tribal territory of Zebulun. It appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, listed among the fortified cities assigned to the Levites in Joshua 19:15.
Lexical sources identify its meaning as "small," likely describing the settlement's size or stature relative to neighboring communities. The entry also notes that Kattath is another name for Kitron (H7003), suggesting these two designations refer to the same location or closely associated sites within the same district.
As a geographical marker, its primary significance lies in establishing the boundaries of Zebulun's inheritance. The brevity of its biblical record highlights how many minor towns, though insignificant in narrative scope, played essential roles in the distribution of land and the settlement patterns of ancient Israel.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Kattath appears in a brief list of towns assigned to the tribe of Zebulun. Its name likely means "small," reflecting a settlement that was modest in size compared to its neighbors. Though it does not feature in major narratives, it was part of the land distribution that secured the inheritance for God's people.
This quiet mention reminds us that God cares about every part of His plan, even the details we might overlook. The inclusion of such a small town shows that no place is too insignificant in the broader story of Israel. It invites us to trust that God’s provision covers all areas of our lives, large and small.
When we read these lists, we see a God who is precise and faithful. He remembered every city, every family, and every boundary. This faithfulness extends to us today, assuring us that we are known and valued by Him in every season.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ Kattah1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- וְ/קַטָּ֤ת1×
Key Verses
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Joshua 19:15
Kattath, Nahalal, Shimron, Idalah, and Bethlehem: twelve cities with their villages.
This verse lists Kattath among the twelve cities given to Zebulun, highlighting its role in the tribal inheritance.