Hivite

Definition

The Hivites were one of seven major people groups living in the land of Canaan.

• All these groups, including the Hivites, were descended from Canaan, who was Noah’s grandson.
• Shechem the Hivite raped Jacob’s daughter Dinah, and her brothers killed many Hivites in revenge.
• When Joshua led the Israelites to take over the land of Canaan, the Israelites were tricked into making a treaty with the Hivites instead of conquering them.

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(See also: Canaan, Hamor, Noah, Shechem)

Bible References

• 2 Chronicles 8:7-8
• Exodus 3:7-8
• Genesis 34:2
• Joshua 9:1-2
• Judges 3:1-3

Word Data

• Strong’s: H2340