ANATH
1. Parent of Shamgar, one of the judges of Israel (Jgs 3:31; 5:6). Since the name Anath is feminine, it is likely that Anath was Shamgar’s mother.
2. Canaanite goddess of fertility. See Canaanite Deities and Religion.
1. Parent of Shamgar, one of the judges of Israel (Jgs 3:31; 5:6). Since the name Anath is feminine, it is likely that Anath was Shamgar’s mother.
2. Canaanite goddess of fertility. See Canaanite Deities and Religion.