Overview
Nahath appears several times in Old Testament genealogies, first as a son of Reuel and grandson of Esau among the Edomite clans (Genesis 36:13, 17). He also appears in the lineage of Levites who served in temple worship and as officials during King Hezekiah's religious reforms.
Key Scriptures
"The sons of Reuel: Nahath, Zerah, Shammah, and Mizzah" (Genesis 36:13, ESV).
"These are the sons of Esau who were born to him in the land of Canaan: Eliphaz, Reuel... And the sons of Reuel: Nahath, Zerah, Shammah, and Mizzah" (Genesis 36:4-5, 17, ESV).
"Nahath... was appointed to be in charge of the freewill offerings" (2 Chronicles 31:13, ESV).
Application
Though Nahath's specific deeds are not detailed, his inclusion in scripture reminds us that God values faithfulness in service, whether prominent or behind the scenes.