Meaning
A Hittite was a member of an ancient people associated with the Hittites and with regions mentioned in the biblical record.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, Hittite refers to a people encountered in the history of the ancient Near East.
Hittites are repeatedly listed among the peoples living in or associated with the land of Canaan. They appear in accounts concerning Israel’s possession of the land and in other historical contexts.
The Bible also identifies particular individuals as Hittites, including Uriah the Hittite, who served in David’s army.
Key References
- Genesis 15:20
- Exodus 3:8
- Joshua 3:10
- Joshua 11:3
- Joshua 24:11
- Judges 3:5
- 1 Samuel 26:6
- 2 Samuel 11:3
- 1 Kings 10:29
Related Terms
- Canaanite
- Hivite
- Jebusite
- Amorite