Meaning
Dathan is a Hebrew and biblical masculine proper name of uncertain etymology.
The name is traditionally associated with “fountain.”
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, Dathan was a son of Eliab of the tribe of Reuben.
He joined Korah and Abiram in opposing the authority of Moses and Aaron during Israel’s wilderness journey.
Dathan and Abiram were judged by the LORD when the earth opened and swallowed them and their households.
Key References
- Numbers 16:1-35
- Numbers 26:9-11
- Deuteronomy 11:6
- Psalm 106:16-18
Related Terms
- Abiram
- Korah
- Moses
- Aaron
- Reuben
- Rebellion