Meaning
A Hivite was a member of an ancient people associated with the land of Canaan.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, the Hivites are one of the peoples associated with the land of Canaan.
They are repeatedly listed among the peoples encountered by Israel. In Joshua, the inhabitants of Gibeon are identified as Hivites and made a covenant with Israel through deception.
Key References
- Genesis 10:17
- Exodus 3:8
- Exodus 23:23
- Joshua 3:10
- Joshua 9:7
- Joshua 11:3
- Joshua 12:8
- Joshua 24:11
- Judges 3:3
Related Terms
- Canaanite
- Hittite
- Jebusite
- Gibeonite