Mattathias is mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus Christ, as recorded in the Gospel of Luke. He is listed as the son of Semein and the father of Maath (Luke 3:26). This genealogy traces Jesus' lineage through His mother, Mary, back to David and ultimately to Adam. Mattathias' inclusion in this genealogy highlights the human ancestry of Jesus and His connection to the royal line of David.
Mattathias
SemeinEnglishA man from the tribe of Judah living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Luk.3.26.