Type: place One of the capitals of Edom. Genesis 36:35When Husham died, Hadad) son of Bedad, who defeated Midian in the country of Moab, succeeded him as king. His city was named Avith. 1 Chronicles 1:46When Husham died, Hadad) son of Bedad, who defeated Midian in the country of Moab, succeeded him as king. His city was named Avith.