Ethan
the name means permanent Strong's Lexicon
Ethan the Ezrahite was a wise man and the author of Psalm 89.
From Easton's Bible Dictionary
Firm. (1.) "The Ezrahite," distinguished for his wisdom (1 Kings 4:31). He is named as the author of the 89th Psalm. He was of the tribe of Levi.
Easton's Illustrated Bible Dictionary, 1897 — public domain, quoted in full and unedited.
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Mahol
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First named at 1 Kings 4:31.
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Verses that name Ethan
- 1 Kings 4:31 He was wiser than all men—wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, and wiser than Heman, Calcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol. And his fame spread throughout the surrounding nations.
- Psalms 89:1 A Maskil of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the loving devotion of the LORD forever; with my mouth I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all generations.