Mattathias
(gift of Jehovah), the Greek form of Mattathiah.
1. Son of Amos, in the genealogy of Christ. Lu 3:25 (B.C. after 406.)
2. Son of Semei. Lu 3:26
3. The father of the Maccabees. (B.C. 168 and previous.)
Bibliography Information Smith, William, Dr "Definition for 'Mattathias' Smiths Bible Dictionary". bible-history.com - Smiths; 1901.