'Menahem' definitions:
Definition of 'Menahem'
From: Easton
- Menahem conforting, the son of Gadi, and successor of Shallum, king of Israel, whom he slew. After a reign of about ten years (B.C. 771-760) he died, leaving the throne to his son Pekahiah. His reign was one of cruelty and oppression (2 Kings 15:14-22). During his reign, Pul (q.v.), king of Assyria, came with a powerful force against Israel, but was induced to retire by a gift from Menahem of 1,000 talents of silver.
Definition of 'Menahem'
From: Hitchcock
- Menahem, comforter; who conducts them; preparation of heat