The term "Haggite" refers to a descendant or member of the family of Haggi, one of the sons of Gad, who was one of the twelve sons of Jacob (Israel). The name Haggi is mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribes of Israel, specifically in the context of the tribe of Gad. The tribe of Gad was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, each of which descended from one of Jacob's sons.

Biblical References:

1. Genesis 46:16 : "The sons of Gad: Zephon, Haggi, Shuni, Ezbon, Eri, Arodi, and Areli." This verse lists the sons of Gad, among whom Haggi is mentioned. The context is the migration of Jacob's family to Egypt during the time of Joseph.

2. Numbers 26:15-18 : "These were the descendants of Gad by their clans: The Zephonite clan from Zephon, the Haggite clan from Haggi, the Shunite clan from Shuni, the Oznite clan from Ozni, the Erite clan from Eri, the Arodite clan from Arod, and the Arelite clan from Areli. These were the clans of Gad, and their registration numbered 40,500." This passage is part of the census taken by Moses and Eleazar in the plains of Moab, listing the clans of the tribe of Gad, including the Haggites.

Historical and Cultural Context:

The tribe of Gad, including the Haggites, settled on the eastern side of the Jordan River. This area was known for its fertile land, suitable for grazing livestock, which was a primary occupation of the Gadites. The tribe of Gad, along with Reuben and the half-tribe of Manasseh, requested and received this land as their inheritance before the Israelites crossed the Jordan into the Promised Land (Numbers 32).

The Haggites, as part of the tribe of Gad, would have shared in the responsibilities and privileges of the tribe. This included participation in the military campaigns to conquer the land of Canaan and the subsequent defense of their territory. The Gadites were known for their valor and skill in battle, as noted in 1 Chronicles 12:8 : "Some Gadites defected to David at his stronghold in the wilderness. They were mighty men of valor, trained for battle, expert with shield and spear, whose faces were like the faces of lions, and they were as swift as gazelles on the mountains."

Theological Significance:

The inclusion of the Haggites in the genealogical and census records underscores the importance of family and tribal identity in the biblical narrative. Each clan and family within the tribes of Israel had a role in the unfolding account of God's covenant with His people. The Haggites, like other clans, contributed to the fulfillment of God's promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob regarding the multiplication of their descendants and the inheritance of the land.

The genealogies and tribal records serve as a testament to God's faithfulness in preserving His people and fulfilling His covenant promises. They also highlight the communal nature of Israel's identity, where each family and clan played a part in the larger narrative of God's redemptive plan.Haggite (1 Occurrence)

Numbers 26:15
The sons of Gad after their families: of Zephon, the family of the Zephonites; of Haggi, the family of the Haggites; of Shuni, the family of the Shunites;
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