Category: Definitions

In the Bible, Amariah means “Yahweh has promised” or “the Lord said.” It is a name associated with various individuals, including a high priest during the time of King Jehoshaphat and a descendant of Levi, signifying a connection to God’s covenant and divine assurance. Scripture 7 The sons of Merari: Mahli, Libni his son, Shimei…

In the Bible, Balak is the king of Moab who sought to curse the Israelites as they approached his territory, enlisting the prophet Balaam to help him. His story is primarily found in the Book of Numbers, where he represents opposition to God’s chosen people. Scripture 2 And Balak the son of Zippor saw all…

In the Bible, a “Cushite” refers to a person from Cush, an ancient kingdom located south of Egypt, often associated with modern-day Sudan. The term is used in various contexts, including reference to ethnic identity and geographical origin, as seen in passages like Jeremiah 13:23 and Numbers 12:1, where it also denotes a specific individual,…

Ephron in the Bible refers to a Hittite who sold Abraham the cave of Machpelah as a burial site for Sarah (Genesis 23:8-20). The name itself means “fawn-like” or “young deer,” reflecting a sense of grace or agility. Scripture 8 “He said to them, ‘If you are willing that I should bury my dead out…

Irad is mentioned in the Bible as a descendant of Cain, specifically the son of Enoch and the father of Mehujael, as recorded in Genesis 4:17-18. The name Irad is thought to mean “fugitive” or “he who wanders,” reflecting the lineage associated with Cain, who was marked for his transgression. Scripture 17 Cain knew his…

In the Bible, Joachim is recognized as the father of Mary, the mother of Jesus, although he is not mentioned in the canonical texts. His name means “Yahweh has established” or “the Lord will raise up,” reflecting a divine favor in the lineage leading to Christ. Scripture 34 And Pharaoh Neco made Eliakim the son…

Mahlah is a name meaning “sickness” or “disease” in Hebrew and is mentioned in the Bible as one of the five daughters of Zelophehad (Numbers 27:1). These daughters are notable for their request to inherit their father’s land, highlighting themes of female agency and inheritance rights in ancient Israel. Scripture 33 Now Zelophehad the son…

In the Bible, Ophrah refers to a town in the territory of Benjamin, mentioned in Judges 6 as the home of Gideon. The name Ophrah can mean “fawn” or “young deer” in Hebrew. Scripture 11 Now the angel of the Lord came and sat under the terebinth at Ophrah, which belonged to Joash the Abiezrite,…

In the Bible, Shealtiel means “I have asked of God” or “I have inquired of God.” He is a significant figure mentioned as the son of Jeconiah and as the father of Zerubbabel, playing a role in the lineage of Jesus Christ as described in the genealogies found in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke.…

In the Bible, the name Lukas (or Luke) is derived from the Latin name “Lucanus,” meaning “from Lucania” or “light.” Luke is known for being one of the Gospel writers and is often associated with themes of healing and compassion. Scripture 1 Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile a narrative of the things that…