The Law
People who first appear in the five books of Moses.
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Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Aaron
First High Priest of Israel who served as the spokesman for Moses during the Exodus
The first High Priest of Israel, elder brother of Moses, and primary spokesman for the Israelites during the Exodus from Egypt.

Abel
First martyr and offerer of a more excellent sacrifice than his brother Cain
The second son of Adam and Eve, Abel was a shepherd whose righteous sacrifice and subsequent murder by his brother Cain made him the first human to experience death.
Abida
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Abidan
Leader of the Benjamites who assisted Moses with the census and Tabernacle dedication
Abidan, son of Gideoni, was the tribal leader and military commander of the tribe of Benjamin during the Israelite wandering in the wilderness.
Abihail
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Abihu
Son of Aaron who was struck down for offering unauthorized fire
The second son of Aaron who was appointed as a priest but suffered divine judgment for offering unauthorized fire before the LORD.
Abimael
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Abimelech, King of Gerar
King of Gerar who made covenants with Abraham and Isaac
A Philistine ruler of Gerar who interacted with the patriarchs Abraham and Isaac, establishing early covenants and demonstrating a fear of God.

Abiram, Reubenite Rebel in the Wilderness
Reubenite leader who was swallowed by the earth for rebelling against Moses
A leader of the tribe of Reuben who, along with Dathan and Korah, instigated a major rebellion against the leadership of Moses and Aaron in the wilderness.

Abraham
Patriarch who is the father of the nation of Israel and an exemplar of faith
The first of the three biblical patriarchs and the father of the nation of Israel, known for his unwavering faith and his covenant relationship with God.

Abraham's Servant Sent for Rebekah
Chief steward who found Rebekah for Isaac
The senior steward of Abraham’s household who traveled to Aram-naharaim to secure Rebekah as a wife for Isaac.

Achbor, Father of Baal-hanan
Edomite patriarch and father of King Baal-hanan
Achbor was an Edomite patriarch whose son, Baal-hanan, served as the seventh recorded king of Edom during the pre-Israelite monarchical period.

Adah, Wife of Esau
Wife of Esau and mother of his firstborn son Eliphaz
A Canaanite woman from the Hittite tribe who became a wife of Esau and a foundational matriarch of the Edomite nation through her son Eliphaz.

Adah, Wife of Lamech
First woman in the Bible named as part of a polygamous marriage and mother of the founders of pastoralism and music
Adah was one of the two wives of Lamech and the mother of Jabal and Jubal, figures credited with the origins of pastoralism and music.

Adam
First human being associated with the fall of man
Adam is the first human being created by God, the husband of Eve, and the progenitor of the human race in the book of Genesis.
Adbeel
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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King living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Ahiezer, Prince of the Tribe of Dan
Prince of the tribe of Dan who commanded the rear guard of Israel during the Exodus
Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai was the tribal leader and prince of Dan during the Israelite exodus from Egypt and their subsequent wilderness wanderings.
Ahihud
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Ahiman, son of Anak
Descendant of Anak who lived in Hebron and was encountered by the twelve spies
Ahiman was a descendant of Anak and a member of the fearsome Anakim who inhabited Hebron during the Israelite conquest of Canaan.

Ahira
Leader of the Tribe of Naphtali during the Exodus and wilderness wanderings
Ahira, son of Enan, was the tribal leader and military commander of the Tribe of Naphtali during the Israelite wilderness wanderings following the Exodus.

Ahiram
Son of Benjamin who founded the Ahiramite clan
A son of Benjamin and the eponymous founder of the Ahiramite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the wilderness wanderings.

Ahisamach
father of Oholiab the Tabernacle artisan
Ahisamach was a member of the tribe of Dan and the father of Oholiab, a chief artisan chosen by God to construct the Tabernacle.
Ahuzzath
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Ammihud, Son of Ladan
Ephraimite father of the tribal leader Elishama during the Exodus
An Ephraimite whose son served as the tribal leader of Ephraim during the Exodus and the wilderness wanderings.

Amminadab, Prince of Judah in the Exodus
Ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ whose daughter married Aaron
A prominent leader of the tribe of Judah during the Egyptian sojourn and the father of the high priestess Elisheba and the tribal chieftain Nahshon.

Ammishaddai
Father of Ahiezer the prince of Dan
Ammishaddai was a member of the Tribe of Dan during the Exodus and the father of the tribal prince Ahiezer.

Amorite
Son of Canaan and ancestral head of the powerful Amorite nation
A son of Canaan and a grandson of Ham, the patriarch whose descendants became a powerful mountain-dwelling nation in the Levant during the Patriarchal Period.

Amram, Father of Moses
father of Moses, Aaron, and Miriam who lived 137 years in Egypt
A Levite of the Kohathite clan best known as the father of the three primary leaders of the Exodus: Moses, Aaron, and Miriam.

Amraphel
Leader of a Mesopotamian coalition in the Battle of the Siddim Valley
Amraphel was the King of Shinar who spearheaded a coalition of four eastern kings in a military campaign against five cities in the Dead Sea region during the age of Abraham.

Anah
Horite chief who discovered hot springs in the wilderness
Anah was a Horite chief and son of Zibeon, notable for discovering hot springs in the wilderness while pasturing his father’s donkeys and for being the father of Esau’s wife Oholibamah.

Anak
Patriarch of a race of giants known as the Anakim
Anak was a formidable patriarch of a race of giants in Canaan, whose physical stature terrified the Israelite spies during the Exodus.
Anamim
People from Anam(?)
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Aram, Son of Shem
Son of Shem and progenitor of the Aramean people
Aram was a son of Shem and grandson of Noah, recognized as a primary ancestor of various Semitic peoples in the ancient Near East.
Aran
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Areli
Son of Gad and founder of the Arelite clan
Areli was the youngest son of Gad and the ancestral founder of the Arelite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the Exodus.
Arioch
King living at the time of the Patriarchs
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People from Arak(?)
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Arod
Founder of the Arodite clan within the tribe of Gad
A son of Gad and the ancestral founder of the Arodite clan during the Israelites' sojourn in Egypt and their subsequent wilderness wanderings.

Arpachshad
Son of Shem and ancestor in the lineage of Jesus Christ
A post-flood patriarch, son of Shem, and ancestor of Abraham through whom the messianic lineage is traced.
Arvadites
People from Arvad(?)
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Asenath
Wife of Joseph and mother of Manasseh and Ephraim
An Egyptian noblewoman and the wife of the patriarch Joseph, who bore him the two tribal ancestors, Manasseh and Ephraim.

Ashbel
Second son of Benjamin and founder of the Ashbelite clan
Ashbel was the second son of Benjamin and the eponymous founder of the Ashbelite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the wilderness wanderings.

Asher
Patriarch who founded one of the twelve tribes of Israel and was noted for the fertility of his land
Asher was the eighth son of Jacob, the second born to Zilpah, and the ancestral patriarch of the Tribe of Asher, known for the fertile lands and prosperity promised in his father's blessing.
Ashkenaz
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Asriel, Son of Gilead
Clan leader and eponymous ancestor of the Asrielites within the tribe of Manasseh
A prominent clan leader within the tribe of Manasseh during the Exodus and the subsequent settlement of the Promised Land.
Asshur
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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People from Asshur(?)
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Levite living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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People who lived in modern Gaza
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Baal-hanan, King of Edom
Seventh king of Edom mentioned in the early genealogies of Genesis
The seventh listed king of Edom who reigned before any king ruled over the Israelites.

Balaam
Diviner who was hired to curse Israel but blessed them instead
A non-Israelite diviner and son of Beor who, despite hearing the voice of God, attempted to curse Israel for profit and later led them into apostasy.

Balak
King of Moab who hired Balaam to curse the Israelites during their wilderness wanderings
The King of Moab who attempted to protect his kingdom from the advancing Israelites by hiring the prophet Balaam to curse them.
Bath-shua
Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Becher, Son of Benjamin
son of Benjamin who traveled to Egypt and fathered nine prominent sons
Becher was a son of the patriarch Benjamin who migrated to Egypt with his family and became a foundational ancestor of a major Benjamite clan.
Bedad
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Bela, King of Edom
First king of Edom who reigned in the city of Dinhabah
Bela, son of Beor, was the first recorded king of Edom, reigning from his capital city of Dinhabah prior to the establishment of the Israelite monarchy.

Bela, Son of Benjamin
Firstborn son of Benjamin and founder of the Belaitic clan
The firstborn son of the patriarch Benjamin and the founder of the Belaitic clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the Exodus period.
Ben-ammi
Ammonite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Benjamin, Son of Jacob
Youngest son of Jacob and the full brother of Joseph whose presence in Egypt led to his family's reconciliation
The youngest son of Jacob and Rachel, Benjamin was the beloved patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel and a central figure in the narrative of Joseph's rise in Egypt.
Beor
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Beor, Father of Balaam
father of the prophet Balaam during the Israelite wilderness journey
Beor was the father of the Mesopotamian diviner Balaam and a resident of Pethor during the period of the Israelite wilderness wanderings.

Bera
King of Sodom who led the rebellion of the five kings against Chedorlaomer
Bera was the King of Sodom during the time of Abraham, known for leading a rebellion against the Elamite King Chedorlaomer and his later interaction with the patriarch.

Beriah, Son of Asher
Son of Asher and founder of the Beriite clan during the Egyptian Sojourn
A son of the patriarch Asher and founder of the Beriite clan, who traveled to Egypt with Jacob and established a prominent lineage within the Tribe of Asher.

Bethuel
Father of Rebekah and son of Abraham's brother Nahor
Bethuel was a patriarch from Paddan-aram, the son of Nahor and Milcah, and the father of Rebekah and Laban.

Bezalel, Artisan of the Tabernacle
Craftsman filled with the Spirit of God who built the Ark of the Covenant and the Tabernacle
The master craftsman chosen by God to design and construct the Tabernacle, its sacred furniture, and the Ark of the Covenant during the Israelite wilderness wanderings.

Bilhah
Mother of Dan and Naphtali and maidservant to Rachel
Handmaid to Rachel and concubine of Jacob who became the biological mother of Dan and Naphtali, contributing to the formation of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Bilhan
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Birsha
A rebel king of Gomorrah who opposed Chedorlaomer
Birsha was the king of Gomorrah and one of the five Canaanite monarchs who rebelled against the eastern Mesopotamian king Chedorlaomer during the time of Abraham.
Bukki
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Cain
History’s first murderer and the killer of his brother Abel
Cain was the firstborn son of Adam and Eve, known as the first murderer in biblical history for killing his brother Abel.

Caleb son of Jephunneh
Spy who gave a faithful report of Canaan and later conquered Hebron
One of the twelve spies sent by Moses to Canaan, distinguished by his wholehearted faith and courage in claiming his inheritance at Hebron.

Canaan
Son of Ham who was cursed by Noah to be a servant to his brothers
Canaan was the son of Ham and the grandson of Noah, known primarily for being the recipient of Noah's curse and the progenitor of several significant ancient Near Eastern tribes.
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Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Caphtorim
Patriarch whose descendants, the Caphtorites, destroyed the Avvim and settled in Gaza
A son of Mizraim and a grandson of Ham, known as the eponymous patriarch of the Caphtorites who displaced the Avvim and settled in Caphtor.

Carmi, Son of Reuben
son of Reuben and founder of the Carmite clan during the Egyptian Sojourn
A grandson of the patriarch Jacob and the youngest son of Reuben who became the founding ancestor of the Carmite clan during the Egyptian Sojourn.
Casluhim
People from Casluch(?)
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Chedorlaomer
King of Elam who led the four-king coalition that captured Lot and was defeated by Abraham
Chedorlaomer was the King of Elam who led a coalition of four eastern kings to suppress a rebellion in the Jordan Valley, leading to a military confrontation with Abraham.
Cheran
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Woman living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Cush, Son of Ham
Patriarchal ancestor of the Cushite people and father of Nimrod
Cush was the eldest son of Ham and the father of Nimrod, serving as the patriarchal ancestor of various African and Arabian nations in the Table of Nations.

Dan
Patriarch who was the fifth son of Jacob and father of the Tribe of Dan
The fifth son of the patriarch Jacob and the first son born to his concubine Bilhah, serving as the eponymous ancestor of the Tribe of Dan.

Dathan
Reubenite leader who perished when the earth swallowed him during a rebellion against Moses
A Reubenite leader who, along with his brother Abiram and the Levite Korah, led a major rebellion against the leadership of Moses and Aaron during the wilderness wanderings.
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Woman living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness - unnamed daughter of Pharaoh
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Woman living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness - unnamed daughter of Putiel
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Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs - unnamed older daughter of Lot
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Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs - unnamed younger daughter of Lot
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Prophetess living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Dedan, Son of Jokshan
Grandson of Abraham through Keturah and ancestor of the Asshurim
Dedan was a son of Jokshan and a grandson of Abraham through his concubine Keturah, serving as a patriarchal progenitor of several North Arabian tribes.

Deuel
Patriarch of the tribe of Gad whose son Eliasaph was a tribal leader during the Exodus
A prominent member of the tribe of Gad during the Exodus, known as the father of the tribal leader Eliasaph.
Dibri
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Dinah
Daughter of Jacob whose treatment by Shechem led to a violent conflict
The only daughter of Jacob and Leah mentioned in the patriarchal narratives, known for the incident at Shechem that led to a violent conflict between her brothers and the Hivites.

Dishan
Patriarch and chief of the Horites in the land of Seir who was the son of Seir and father of Uz and Aran
A Horite chief and patriarch in the land of Edom, the youngest son of Seir and father of Uz and Aran.
Dishon
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Dishon, Son of Seir
Chief of the Horites and son of Seir who governed a division of the land of Edom
A Horite clan leader and son of Seir the Horite, Dishon served as a chief in the land of Edom during the Patriarchal Period.
Dodanim
People from Dodan(?)
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Arabian living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Eber, Early Patriarch
Patriarchal ancestor of the Hebrew people through the line of Shem
Eber was a foundational post-diluvian patriarch, the great-grandson of Shem and a direct ancestor of Abraham through whom the lineage of the 'Hebrews' is traditionally traced.

Egypt
Son of Ham and progenitor of the Mizraimite tribes and nations
A son of Ham and grandson of Noah, Egypt (Mizraim) was a foundational patriarch whose descendants established several ancient Mediterranean and North African ethnic groups.
The Egyptian Taskmaster
The slave-driver Moses killed after seeing him beat a Hebrew, the act that drove Moses into exile
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Eleazar, Son of Aaron
High Priest who succeeded Aaron and assisted Joshua in dividing the Promised Land
Eleazar was the third son of Aaron and his successor as the High Priest of Israel, serving as a key leader alongside Moses and Joshua during the wilderness wanderings and the conquest of Canaan.

Eliab, Father of Dathan and Abiram
father of the Reubenite rebels Dathan and Abiram
Eliab was a Reubenite whose sons, Dathan and Abiram, led a famous rebellion against the leadership of Moses and Aaron in the wilderness.

Eliab, Leader of Zebulun
Tribal leader of Zebulun who assisted Moses in the wilderness census and presented offerings for the Tabernacle
Eliab son of Helon was the tribal leader and military commander of the tribe of Zebulun during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings following the Exodus from Egypt.
Eliasaph
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Eliasaph son of Deuel, Prince of Gad
Prince of the tribe of Gad who led his division during the Exodus
Eliasaph son of Deuel was the tribal leader and military commander of the tribe of Gad during the Israelite wandering in the wilderness.
Elidad
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Eliezer, Son of Moses
son of Moses whose name signifies God's help in delivering his father from Pharaoh
The second son of Moses and Zipporah, whose name commemorates God's deliverance of his father from the sword of Pharaoh.

Eliphaz, Son of Esau
Firstborn son of Esau and the father of the chiefs of Edom
Eliphaz was the firstborn son of Esau and Adah, serving as a foundational patriarch and chief within the nation of Edom.
Elishah
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Elishama, Leader of Ephraim
Tribal leader of Ephraim and grandfather of Joshua who served during the Exodus
Elishama, son of Ammihud, served as the chief prince of the tribe of Ephraim during the Exodus from Egypt and was the grandfather of Joshua.
Elisheba
Woman living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Elizaphan, Son of Uzziel
Levite leader who removed the bodies of Nadab and Abihu from the Tabernacle
A Levite leader of the Kohathite clan during the Exodus who served as a chief under Moses and performed the solemn duty of removing Nadab and Abihu from the sanctuary.

Elizur
Leader of the Reubenites who assisted Moses with the census and Tabernacle dedication
The leader of the tribe of Reuben during the Exodus, responsible for military census and ceremonial offerings.
Elkanah
Levite living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Emim
Ancient people of giant stature who inhabited the plains of Moab before the Moabites
An ancient people group of giant stature who inhabited the plains of Moab before being displaced by the descendants of Lot.

Enan
father of Ahira, the leader of the tribe of Naphtali during the Exodus
A member of the tribe of Naphtali and the father of the tribal leader Ahira during the Exodus and the Israelites' journey through the wilderness.

Enoch
Namesake of the first city in the Bible
The firstborn son of Cain and the namesake of the first city recorded in the Bible, signifying the beginning of autonomous human civilization.

Enoch
A man taken by God without dying
The seventh patriarch from Adam who is recorded in the Book of Genesis as having 'walked with God' and being taken by God without experiencing death.

Enosh
The patriarch whose generation first began to call upon the name of the Lord
Enosh was the son of Seth and grandson of Adam, noted in Genesis for a pivotal era when humanity began to call upon the name of the Lord.
Ephah
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Ephraim
Son of Joseph who received the firstborn blessing from Jacob
The second son of Joseph and Asenath, Ephraim was adopted by his grandfather Jacob and received the primary blessing of the firstborn, becoming the progenitor of a dominant tribe in Israel.

Ephron
Hittite landowner who sold the cave of Machpelah to Abraham
A Hittite landowner who sold the cave of Machpelah to Abraham as a permanent burial site for Sarah and the patriarchal family.

Er, Firstborn of Judah
Judah's firstborn son who was put to death by God for his wickedness
Er was the eldest son of the patriarch Judah and the first husband of Tamar, who was struck down by God for his wickedness in the land of Canaan.
Eran
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Esau
Patriarch who sold his birthright for lentil stew and founded the nation of Edom
The firstborn son of Isaac and Rebekah, a skillful hunter and the progenitor of the Edomites, known for selling his birthright for a bowl of stew.
Eshban
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Eve
The first woman who ate the forbidden fruit
Eve is the first woman mentioned in the Bible, considered the mother of all living and the wife of Adam in the Genesis creation narrative.
Evi
King living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Ezer, Chief of the Horites
Horite chief and son of Seir whose descendants formed a major clan in the land of Edom
Ezer was a Horite chief and son of Seir, recognized as a patriarch and ancestral leader within the land of Edom.
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs - unnamed father
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Gad, Son of Jacob
Seventh son of Jacob and founder of the warrior tribe of Gad
The seventh son of Jacob and the firstborn of Zilpah, Gad was a patriarch of Israel whose descendants became a warrior tribe known for their courage and inheritance east of the Jordan River.
Gaddi
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Gamaliel, Leader of Manasseh
Tribal leader of Manasseh who presented offerings at the dedication of the Tabernacle
Gamaliel son of Pedahzur was the tribal leader (nasi) of the tribe of Manasseh during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings following the Exodus from Egypt.

Gatam
Edomite chief and son of Eliphaz who helped establish the nation of Edom
An Edomite patriarch and chieftain, Gatam was the son of Eliphaz and grandson of Esau.
Gemalli
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Gera, Son of Benjamin
Son of Benjamin who migrated to Egypt and forefather of the Judge Ehud
Gera was a son of the patriarch Benjamin and a foundational member of the tribe of Benjamin during the migration to Egypt.

Gershom, Son of Moses
Firstborn son of Moses who was born in Midian
Gershom was the firstborn son of the prophet Moses and Zipporah, born in Midian during Moses' exile from Egypt.

Gershon
Eldest son of Levi whose descendants were responsible for transporting the Tabernacle's curtains and coverings
Gershon was the eldest son of Levi and the founder of the Gershonite clan, responsible for the transport of the Tabernacle's textile coverings during the Exodus.
Gether
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Gideoni
Father of Abidan, the leader of the tribe of Benjamin during the Exodus
A prominent member of the tribe of Benjamin during the Exodus, recognized as the father of Abidan, the tribal leader who assisted Moses.

Gilead, Grandson of Manasseh
Grandson of Manasseh and progenitor of the Gileadite clans who settled in the Transjordan
A prominent tribal leader and grandson of Manasseh whose descendants formed the primary clans of the Machirite line during the Egyptian Sojourn and the Wilderness wanderings.

Girgashites
Patriarch of one of the seven nations of Canaan and son of Canaan
The eponymous patriarch of one of the seven Canaanite nations and the son of Canaan, son of Ham.

Goiim
Kingdom ruled by Tidal that joined the coalition against the kings of Sodom and Gomorrah
Goiim was a geopolitical entity or coalition of nations in the Ancient Near East governed by King Tidal during the era of the Patriarchs.

Gomer, Son of Japheth
Eldest son of Japheth and progenitor of northern nations in the Table of Nations
Gomer was the eldest son of Japheth and a grandson of Noah, recognized as the progenitor of several northern nations in the Table of Nations.

Guni, Son of Naphtali
Founder of the Gunite clan within the tribe of Naphtali
Guni was a son of Naphtali and the patriarchal founder of the Gunite clan during the Egyptian Sojourn.

Hadad son of Bedad, King of Edom
King of Edom who defeated the Midianites in the country of Moab
An early Edomite king who gained prominence by defeating the Midianites in the territory of Moab before the establishment of the Israelite monarchy.
Hadoram
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Hagar
Mother of Ishmael and the first woman to receive a divine revelation in the wilderness
An Egyptian woman who served as Sarai’s maidservant and became the mother of Ishmael, Abraham’s firstborn son.
Haggi
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Ham
Son of Noah who survived the Great Flood and became the progenitor of the southern nations
The second son of Noah and an ancestor of numerous southern nations, known as one of the eight survivors of the Great Flood.
Hamathites
People from Hamath(?)
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Hamor
Hivite prince who sold land to Jacob and was later killed by Simeon and Levi
A Hivite prince and father of Shechem who negotiated with the patriarch Jacob and was ultimately killed by Jacob's sons.

Hamul
Patriarch of the Hamulite clan within the tribe of Judah
A grandson of Judah and son of Perez, Hamul was the founding patriarch of the Hamulite clan within the tribe of Judah during the Egyptian sojourn.
Hanniel
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Hanoch, Son of Reuben
Firstborn son of Reuben and founder of the Hanochite clan
Hanoch was the firstborn son of Reuben and the ancestral founder of the Hanochite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and Wilderness period.

Haran, Son of Terah
Son of Terah and father of Lot who died in Ur of the Chaldeans
A patriarch of the family of Terah, brother of Abraham, and the father of Lot who died in Ur of the Chaldeans.
Havilah
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Heber, Grandson of Asher
Grandson of Asher and founder of the Heberite clan during the Egyptian Sojourn
Heber was the grandson of Asher and founder of the Heberite clan, recorded among the Israelites who entered Egypt with Jacob and later listed in the wilderness census.

Hebrews
Covenant people of God descended from Abraham
The Hebrews represent the covenant people descended from Abraham, serving as the primary ethnic and spiritual identity of God’s chosen nation throughout the Old and New Testaments.

Hebron, Son of Kohath
Levite patriarch and uncle of Moses who founded a clan of Temple administrators
A Levite of the Kohathite clan and the son of Kohath, he founded the Hebronite family that served in administrative and religious roles through the reign of King David.
Helek
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Helon
Father of Eliab the leader of the tribe of Zebulun
A member of the tribe of Zebulun during the Exodus and father of Eliab, the tribal leader who assisted Moses in the wilderness.
Hemam
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Hepher, Clan Head of Manasseh
Patriarch of the Hepherite clan and father of Zelophehad
A grandson of Manasseh and father of Zelophehad whose lineage became a central case study for Israelite inheritance laws.

Heth
Patriarch who was the son of Canaan and ancestor of the Hittite people
Heth was the son of Canaan and the eponymous patriarch of the Hittites, a significant nation in the land of Canaan during the era of the Patriarchs.

Hezron, Son of Perez
Patriarch of the Hezronite clan and ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ
A high-ranking member of the tribe of Judah and a direct ancestor in the Davidic and Messianic lineage.

Hezron, Son of Reuben
Son of Reuben and founder of the Hezronite clan
The third son of Reuben and founder of the Hezronite clan, listed among the descendants of Jacob who migrated to Egypt.
Hirah
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Hivites
Patriarchal nation descending from Canaan who inhabited the Promised Land
The Hivites were one of the seven primary nations residing in Canaan, descending from Canaan the son of Ham.
Hobab
Midianite living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Hoglah
Daughter of Zelophehad who petitioned for female inheritance rights
One of the five daughters of Zelophehad who successfully petitioned Moses for the right to inherit their deceased father’s land, setting a legal precedent in Israel.
Hori
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Hori, Son of Lotan
Son of Lotan and descendant of Seir the Horite mentioned in the genealogies of Genesis and Chronicles
Hori was a prominent descendant of Seir the Horite and a son of Lotan, belonging to the early tribal leadership of the region of Mount Seir in the land of Edom.
Hul
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Huppim, Son of Benjamin
Son of Benjamin who migrated to Egypt and founded the Huphamite clan
A son of the patriarch Benjamin who migrated to Egypt and founded a tribal clan recorded in the Pentateuch and Chronicles.
Hur
King living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Hur of the Tribe of Judah
leader of Judah who held up Moses' hands during battle
A prominent leader of the tribe of Judah who supported Moses' hands during the battle against Amalek and served as a temporary leader of Israel.
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs - unnamed husband of Matred
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Husham
King of Edom from the land of the Temanites who reigned before the Israelite monarchy
Husham was an early Edomite king from the land of the Temanites who reigned during the patriarchal era before the establishment of the Israelite monarchy.

Hushim, Son of Dan
Son of Dan and ancestor of the Shuhamite clan
Hushim was the sole son of the patriarch Dan and the progenitor of the Shuhamite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and Exodus.
Igal
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Imnah, Son of Asher
Firstborn son of Asher and founder of the Imnite clan
Imnah was the firstborn son of the patriarch Asher and the founder of the Imnite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the Exodus.

Irad
Grandson of Cain and father of Mehujael
Irad was the son of Enoch and the grandson of Cain, representing the third generation of the Cainite lineage in the Book of Genesis.
Iram
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Isaac
Patriarch who was the son of Abraham and the father of Jacob and Esau
The miracle son of Abraham and Sarah, Isaac was the second Hebrew patriarch and the child of promise through whom the covenant of God was established.
Iscah
Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Ishmael, Son of Abraham
Firstborn son of Abraham and the father of twelve princes who became a great nation
Ishmael was the firstborn son of Abraham through Hagar, the forefather of the Ishmaelite tribes, and a patriarch whom God promised would father twelve princes.
Ishvah
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Ishvi
Son of Asher and founder of the Ishvite clan
Ishvi was a son of Asher, a grandson of Jacob, and the foundational ancestor of the Ishvite clan within the tribe of Asher.

Israel
Patriarch who wrestled with God and fathered the twelve tribes
The third patriarch of the covenant, formerly known as Jacob, who received his name after wrestling with God and became the father of the twelve tribes.

Issachar, Ninth Son of Jacob
Ninth son of Jacob and the progenitor of the Tribe of Issachar
The ninth son of Jacob and the fifth born to Leah, Issachar was a patriarch whose descendants formed one of the prominent twelve tribes of Israel.

Ithamar
Youngest son of Aaron who supervised the Tabernacle inventory and the Levite clans
The youngest son of Aaron and Elisheba, Ithamar was a high-ranking priest who supervised the construction of the Tabernacle and the duties of the Levites during the Wilderness wanderings.
Ithran
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Izhar, Levite of the Exodus
Levite patriarch and father of Korah who belonged to the clan responsible for the Tabernacle's holy objects
A prominent Levite of the Kohathite clan and the father of Korah, known for his genealogical position during the Egyptian sojourn and the wilderness wanderings.

Jabal
Ancestor of those who live in tents and raise livestock
Jabal was a descendant of Cain and is identified in the Book of Genesis as the father of those who live in tents and raise livestock.

Jachin, Son of Simeon
Son of Simeon and founder of the Jachinite clan
Jachin was a son of Simeon and a grandson of the patriarch Jacob, serving as the ancestral head of the Jachinite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the Exodus.
Jahleel
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Jahzeel
Firstborn son of Naphtali and founder of the Jahzeelite clan
Jahzeel was the firstborn son of Naphtali and the foundational patriarch of the Jahzeelite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the subsequent wilderness wandering.

Jair, Son of Segub
Warrior who captured the region of Argob and renamed the villages Havvoth-jair
A prominent conqueror from the tribe of Judah who seized territories in Gilead during the conquest of the Transjordan and established the settlements known as Havvoth-jair.

Jalam
Son of Esau and a tribal chief of the Edomites
Jalam was a son of Esau and Oholibamah who became a prominent tribal chief and patriarch in the land of Edom.

Jamin, Son of Simeon
Son of Simeon and progenitor of the Jaminite clan during the Egyptian Sojourn
Jamin was the second son of Simeon and a grandson of the patriarch Jacob, serving as the progenitor of the Jaminite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the Exodus.

Japheth
Son of Noah who survived the Great Flood and received a blessing for his respect toward his father
Japheth was one of the three sons of Noah and a survivor of the Great Flood, traditionally viewed as the progenitor of the Indo-European and Aegean peoples.

Jared
Second-longest-living person in the Bible at 962 years
Jared was a descendant of Seth and the father of Enoch, noted for his extraordinary lifespan of 962 years during the antediluvian period.

Jashub, Son of Issachar
Son of Issachar and founder of the Jashubite clan
Jashub was the third son of Issachar and the founding patriarch of the Jashubite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the wilderness wanderings.

Javan
Patriarchal ancestor of the Greeks and Mediterranean seafaring nations
Javan was a son of Japheth and a grandson of Noah, recognized in the Table of Nations as the foundational patriarch of the Greek people and various maritime nations.

Jebusites
Patriarchal son of Canaan whose descendants founded the city of Jerusalem
A son of Canaan and the patriarchal founder of the Jebusite nation, whose descendants inhabited the hill country and the city of Jerusalem until the reign of King David.

Jemuel
Firstborn son of Simeon and founder of a Simeonite clan
Jemuel was the firstborn son of Simeon and a grandson of the patriarch Jacob, serving as the head of a Simeonite clan during the migration to Egypt and the subsequent Exodus.

Jephunneh, Father of Caleb
Patriarch and father of Caleb the spy
A Kenizzite man during the Egyptian sojourn and wilderness period, primarily known as the father of the faithful spy Caleb.
Jerah
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Jethro
Priest of Midian and father-in-law of Moses who advised the creation of Israel's judicial system
The Midianite priest and father-in-law of Moses who provided sanctuary, gave administrative counsel, and acknowledged the sovereignty of Yahweh during the Exodus.
Jetur
Arabian living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Jeush, Son of Esau
Son of Esau who became a chief of the Edomites
A son of Esau and Oholibamah who became a prominent clan leader and chief among the Edomites in the land of Seir.

Jezer
Son of Naphtali who founded the Jezerite clan during the Egyptian Sojourn
The son of Naphtali and the progenitor of the Jezerite clan during the Egyptian Sojourn and the Exodus.
Jidlaph
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Jobab, King of Edom
King of Edom who reigned in Bozrah before the time of the Israelite monarchy
Jobab was the second recorded king of Edom, reigning in the era before Israelite kings, succeeding Bela son of Beor and preceding Husham of the Temanites.
Jochebed
Woman living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Jokshan
Son of Abraham and Keturah who fathered the tribes of Sheba and Dedan
A son of Abraham and his second wife Keturah, Jokshan is recognized as a patriarch and the progenitor of the Sheba and Dedan tribes.

Joktan
Patriarch who fathered thirteen sons who founded the Arabian tribes
A foundational patriarch and son of Eber, Joktan is the progenitor of thirteen Arabian tribes in the post-Flood era.
Joseph
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Joseph, Son of Jacob
Patriarch who was sold into slavery and rose to become the second most powerful man in Egypt
The favored son of Jacob who, after being sold into slavery by his brothers, rose to become the Grand Vizier of Egypt and preserved the lineage of Israel during a regional famine.

Joshua, Son of Nun
Successor of Moses who led the Israelites in the conquest of Canaan
The successor to Moses and commander of the Israelites who led the conquest of Canaan and divided the Promised Land among the twelve tribes.

Jubal
The father of all who play the harp and flute
Jubal was a descendant of Cain and is traditionally recognized as the father of all who play the harp and the flute, establishing the foundation of musical arts.

Judah, Son of Jacob
Patriarch who received the blessing of the scepter and whose lineage produced King David and Jesus Christ
The fourth son of Jacob and Leah, ancestor of the Tribe of Judah and the Davidic line, known for his leadership and pivotal role in the preservation of his family.
Judith
Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs
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People from Kadmon(?)
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Kedar
Patriarch of a major Arabian nomadic tribe known for their black tents and skilled archers
Kedar was the second son of Ishmael and a foundational patriarch of a major nomadic tribal confederation in the Arabian desert.

Kedemah
Youngest of the twelve sons of Ishmael who became princes and tribal leaders
Kedemah was the twelfth and youngest son of Ishmael and a grandson of Abraham, serving as a tribal patriarch in the Arabian peninsula.
Kemuel
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Kenan
Antediluvian patriarch of extreme longevity in Seth’s lineage
Kenan was a pre-Flood patriarch in the line of Seth, the son of Enosh and the great-grandson of Adam.

Kenaz, Son of Eliphaz
Edomite chief and son of Eliphaz who established a prominent clan in the lineage of Esau
An Edomite chief and grandson of Esau, Kenaz was a prominent tribal leader within the line of Eliphaz during the Patriarchal Period.

Kenites
Ancient nomadic tribe and allies of Israel who descended from Moses' father-in-law
A semi-nomadic group of smiths and craftsmen who maintained a long-standing alliance with Israel from the Patriarchal period through the early Monarchy.
Kenizzites
People from Keniz(?)
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Keturah
Wife of Abraham and mother of six sons who founded Eastern tribes
The second wife or concubine of the patriarch Abraham who bore him six sons, becoming the ancestress of various Arabian and Eastern tribes.
Kittim
People from Kittim
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Kohath
Patriarch of the Levite clan responsible for the most holy Tabernacle objects
Kohath was the second son of Levi and the patriarchal ancestor of the Kohathites, the Levite clan responsible for transporting the most holy objects of the Tabernacle.
Korah
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Korah, Levite of the Exodus
Levite who led a rebellion against Moses and Aaron and was swallowed by the earth
A Levite who led a major insurrection against the leadership of Moses and Aaron in the wilderness, resulting in his divine execution and serving as a lasting warning against rebellion.

Korah, Son of Esau
Edomite chief and son of Esau who helped establish the tribes of Edom
An Edomite chief and the son of Esau and Oholibamah, recognized as a tribal leader in the land of Canaan during the Patriarchal Period.

Laban
Uncle and father-in-law of Jacob who famously switched his daughters Leah and Rachel on Jacob's wedding night
A resourceful and opportunistic Aramean patriarch, brother of Rebekah and father-in-law to Jacob, known for his complex domestic and labor negotiations.
Lael
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Lamech
The first polygamist and author of the Song of the Sword
A six-generation descendant of Cain, Lamech is the first polygamist in the biblical narrative and the author of the 'Song of the Sword', showcasing the escalation of human violence.

Lamech
Noah’s father who prophesied that his son would bring humanity comfort
Lamech was the son of Methuselah and the father of Noah, known for his prophecy regarding his son providing comfort from the cursed ground.

Leah
Matriarch who mothered six of the twelve tribes of Israel including the priestly and royal lines
The elder daughter of Laban and the first wife of Jacob, Leah was the biological mother of six of the twelve tribes of Israel and the matriarch of the priestly and royal lines.
Lehabim
People from Lehab
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People from Letush(?)
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People from Leumm(?)
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Levi, Son of Jacob
Patriarch of the priestly tribe and participant in the massacre at Shechem
The third son of Jacob and Leah, a patriarch whose descendants were set apart as the priestly and ministerial class for the nation of Israel.

Libni, Son of Gershon
Patriarch of the Libnite clan of Levites during the Exodus
Libni was the eldest son of Gershon and a grandson of the patriarch Levi, serving as the eponymous founder of the Libnite clan within the Levite priesthood.

Lot
Nephew of Abraham who escaped the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah
Lot was the nephew of Abraham who settled in the Jordan Valley, escaped the destruction of Sodom, and became the progenitor of the Moabites and Ammonites.

Lot's Daughters
daughters of Lot who survived Sodom and bore the ancestors of Moab and Ammon
The two unnamed daughters of Lot who survived the destruction of Sodom and became the maternal ancestors of the Moabites and Ammonites.

Lot's Wife
Woman who looked back at the destruction of Sodom and became a pillar of salt
A woman who resided in Sodom and was turned into a pillar of salt for looking back at the city during its divine destruction.

Lotan
Firstborn son of Seir the Horite and a chief of the indigenous people of Edom
Lotan was the firstborn son of Seir the Horite and a prominent tribal chief in the land of Edom during the Patriarchal Period.

Lud
Son of Shem and ancestor of the Lydian people
Lud was the fourth son of Shem and a grandson of Noah, traditionally identified as the eponymous ancestor of the Lydian people.
Ludim
People from Lud
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Machir, Son of Manasseh
Patriarch of the Machirite clan who conquered Gilead
The firstborn son of Manasseh and grandson of Joseph, Machir was a formidable warrior whose descendants conquered and settled the region of Gilead.
Madai
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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The Magicians of Egypt
Royal sorcerers who unsuccessfully challenged Moses during the Ten Plagues
A group of royal sorcerers and wise men in Pharaoh's court who initially duplicated the miracles of Moses but were eventually overcome by the power of God.
Magog
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Mahalalel, Antediluvian Patriarch
Patriarch in the line of Seth who lived 895 years and was an ancestor of Jesus
An early biblical patriarch in the line of Seth, Mahalalel was the son of Kenan and the grandfather of the prophet Enoch.

Mahalath, Wife of Esau
Daughter of Ishmael and wife of Esau who sought to bridge the families of Isaac and Ishmael
Mahalath was the daughter of Ishmael and granddaughter of Abraham who became a wife of Esau in an attempt to please his parents.

Mahlah, Daughter of Zelophehad
Eldest daughter of Zelophehad who petitioned for female inheritance rights
Mahlah was the eldest of five sisters who successfully petitioned Moses for the right to inherit their father's land, establishing a legal precedent in Israelite law.

Mahli, Son of Merari
Patriarch of the Mahlite clan within the tribe of Levi
Mahli was a prominent Levite patriarch whose descendants formed a major clan responsible for the Tabernacle's structural transport during the Exodus.

Malchiel
Grandson of Asher and founder of the Malchielite clan
A grandson of the patriarch Asher and the founding father of the Malchielite clan during the Egyptian Sojourn and the Exodus.
Mamre
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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The Man Gathering Sticks on the Sabbath
Man executed for violating the Sabbath by gathering wood in the wilderness
An unnamed Israelite executed during the wilderness wanderings for violating the Sabbath by gathering wood.

Manahath
Patriarch of the Horite people and son of Shobal
Manahath was a Horite patriarch and the son of Shobal, mentioned in the genealogies of Edom during the Patriarchal Period.

Manasseh, Son of Joseph
Firstborn son of Joseph whose grandfather Jacob crossed his hands to give the younger brother the primary blessing
The firstborn son of Joseph and Asenath, Manasseh became the progenitor of one of the largest and most strategically positioned tribes of Israel.
Mash
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Arabian living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Mehujael
Great-grandson of Cain and a link in the pre-Flood genealogy
The son of Irad and great-grandson of Cain, Mehujael is a pivotal figure in the genealogies of the antediluvian world.

Melchizedek
King of Salem and priest who blessed Abraham and received his tithe
Melchizedek was the King of Salem and a priest of God Most High who blessed the patriarch Abraham during the Patriarchal Period.

Merari
Son of Levi whose descendants were responsible for the structural frames and pillars of the Tabernacle
The third son of Levi and founder of the Merarite clan, tasked with the transport and maintenance of the Tabernacle's heavy structural framework during the Wilderness Wanderings.
Meshech
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Methuselah
The longest-lived human in the Bible (969 years)
Methuselah was a biblical patriarch of the line of Seth, famously known for being the longest-lived human being in the Bible, reaching the age of 969 years.

Methushael
Father of Lamech in the line of Cain
Methushael was a descendant of Cain, the son of Mehujael and the father of Lamech, representing the sixth generation of humanity in the Cainite line.
Mezahab
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Arabian living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Midian
Son of Abraham and the progenitor of the Midianite people
Midian was the fourth son of Abraham by his wife Keturah and the progenitor of the Midianite people.

The Midianite Traders
Merchants who purchased Joseph and sold him into slavery in Egypt
A group of merchants who purchased Joseph from his brothers and subsequently sold him into Egyptian slavery, facilitating his arrival in the house of Potiphar.

Milcah, Daughter of Zelophehad
Daughter of Zelophehad who helped secure land inheritance rights for women in Israel
One of the five daughters of Zelophehad who successfully petitioned Moses for an inheritance within the tribe of Manasseh, establishing a legal precedent for women's land rights.

Milcah, Matriarch of Nahor's Line
Matriarch who was the wife of Nahor and grandmother of Rebekah
Milcah was a prominent matriarch in the line of Terah, the wife of Nahor, and the grandmother of Rebekah.

Miriam, Prophetess and Sister of Moses
Prophetess and sister of Moses who led the Israelites in song after the Red Sea crossing
A prophetess of the Tribe of Levi who served as a prominent leader of Israel alongside her brothers Moses and Aaron during the Exodus and wilderness wanderings.
Mishael
Levite living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Arabian living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Mizzah
Edomite chief and grandson of Esau through Reuel
An Edomite tribal chief and grandson of Esau who served as a clan leader during the Patriarchal Period.
Moab
Moabite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Moses
Prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments
The preeminent prophet and lawgiver of Israel who led the Hebrews out of Egyptian bondage and mediated the Covenant at Mount Sinai.

Muppim
Son of Benjamin and founder of a Benjamite clan
A son of Benjamin and grandson of Jacob, recognized as a tribal ancestor during the Egyptian sojourn and the later wilderness census.

Mushi
Levite patriarch and founder of the Mushite clan who served in the Tabernacle ministries
Mushi was a prominent Levite and the eponymous founder of the Mushite clan during the era of the Egyptian Exodus and wilderness wandering.
Naamah
Woman living at the time before the Flood
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Naaman, Son of Bela
Grandson of Benjamin and founder of the Naamite clan mentioned in the wilderness census
A grandson of Benjamin and a foundational leader of the Naamite clan within the tribe of Benjamin during the wilderness wanderings.

Nadab, Son of Aaron
Firstborn son of Aaron who was killed by divine fire for offering unauthorized incense
Nadab was the firstborn son of Aaron and a high-ranking priest who was consumed by fire from the LORD for offering unauthorized incense during the wilderness wanderings.

Nahath, Grandson of Esau
Chief of the Edomites and grandson of Esau
Nahath was a clan leader and chief of the Edomites, identified as the son of Reuel and a grandson of Esau and Basemath.
Nahbi
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Nahor, Brother of Abraham
Brother of Abraham who stayed in Mesopotamia and fathered twelve sons
The son of Terah and brother of Abraham, Nahor remained in Mesopotamia and became the progenitor of several tribes through his twelve sons.

Nahor, Grandfather of Abraham
Grandfather of Abraham who is listed in the genealogy of Jesus Christ
A foundational patriarch in the post-flood genealogy of Shem, Nahor was the son of Serug and the father of Terah.

Nahshon
Prince of Judah who led his tribe during the Exodus and appears in the genealogy of Jesus
The designated prince of the tribe of Judah during the Exodus and a direct ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ.

Naphish
Son of Ishmael and progenitor of an Arabian tribe
Naphish was a son of Ishmael and the progenitor of a nomadic Arabian tribe mentioned in the genealogies of Genesis and 1 Chronicles.

Naphtali
Patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel and sixth son of Jacob
The sixth son of Jacob and second son of Bilhah, whose descendants formed one of the twelve tribes of Israel in the fertile northern Galilee region.
Naphtuhim
People from Naphtuh(?)
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Nebaioth
Firstborn son of Ishmael and patriarch of an Arabian tribal nation
Nebaioth was the firstborn son of Ishmael, a grandson of Abraham, and a patriarch of a prominent Arabian tribe identified with pastoral wealth.
Nemuel
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Levite living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Nephilim
Ancient race of giants and mighty men of renown
Ancient and powerful beings of immense stature who existed during the antediluvian and patriarchal periods.

The Nephilim
Ancient group of large and powerful figures who inhabited the earth before the Flood and in early Canaan
Mysterious figures of great size and renown who existed during the antediluvian era and were noted by Israelite scouts in the land of Canaan.

Nethanel, Leader of Issachar
Leader of the tribe of Issachar who presented the second offering at the dedication of the Tabernacle
Nethanel son of Zuar was the tribal chief and military leader of Issachar during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings after the Exodus from Egypt.

Nimrod
Patriarch described as a mighty hunter before the LORD
A descendant of Noah and son of Cush known as the first 'mighty one' on the earth and a legendary hunter before the LORD.

Noah, Daughter of Zelophehad
Daughter of Zelophehad who petitioned Moses for inheritance rights
One of the five daughters of Zelophehad whose landmark petition to Moses secured inheritance rights for women within the Tribe of Manasseh.

Noah, the Antediluvian Patriarch
Patriarch who built the ark to survive the Great Flood
A righteous patriarch who built an ark to save his family and animal life from a global flood, becoming the second father of the human race.
Nobah
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Nun
Father of Joshua, the successor to Moses
Nun was an Ephraimite who lived during the Egyptian sojourn and the Exodus, best known as the father of Joshua, the leader who succeeded Moses.
Obal
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Ochran
father of Pagiel who was the leader of the tribe of Asher during the Exodus
Ochran was a member of the tribe of Asher and the father of Pagiel, the tribal leader during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness.

Og
Giant king of Bashan who was defeated by Moses at Edrei
Og was the Amorite king of Bashan and a remnant of the giant Rephaim who was defeated by the Israelites under Moses during their journey to the Promised Land.
Ohad
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Oholiab
Artisan from the tribe of Dan who assisted Bezalel in constructing the Tabernacle
A skilled artisan from the tribe of Dan appointed by God to help construct the Tabernacle and its sacred furnishings during the Exodus.

Oholibamah
Wife of Esau and mother of three Edomite chiefs
A wife of Esau and a descendant of the Hivite and Horite peoples, Oholibamah was a prominent matriarch whose sons became powerful chiefs in the land of Edom.

Omar
Grandson of Esau and a chief of the Edomites
Omar was an Edomite chief and a grandson of Esau, identified as a son of Eliphaz in the genealogies of Genesis and 1 Chronicles.
On
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Onan
Son of Judah who was struck down for refusing to raise an heir for his brother
The second son of Judah who was struck down by God for refusing to fulfill the levirate obligation to raise offspring for his deceased brother Er.
Ophir
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Pagiel
Prince of the tribe of Asher who assisted Moses during the wilderness census
The tribal leader and prince of the tribe of Asher during the Israelite wandering in the wilderness under Moses.

Pallu
Son of Reuben and founder of the Palluite clan
The second son of Reuben and the founder of the Palluite clan within the tribe of Reuben during the Egyptian sojourn and Exodus.
Palti
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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People from Pathrus(?)
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Pedahzur
Father of Gamaliel the leader of the tribe of Manasseh
Pedahzur was a prominent member of the tribe of Manasseh during the Exodus and the father of Gamaliel, the tribal leader of the Manassites.

Peleg
Patriarch during whose lifetime the earth was divided
A descendant of Shem and a key link in the messianic lineage, most famous for the division of the earth that occurred during his lifetime.
Peleth
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Perez
Ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ who was born as a twin to Judah and Tamar
The son of Judah and Tamar, known for his breach-birth and as the ancestor of the primary clan of Judah and the Davidic line.

Perizzites
Nation of people who lived in the hill country of Canaan and were displaced by the Israelites
An ancient tribe inhabiting the land of Canaan from the time of Abraham to the post-exilic era, often listed among the nations to be displaced by the Israelites.

Pharaoh, Contemporary of Abram
Egyptian king who took Sarai into his palace and was subsequently afflicted by divine plagues
An Egyptian monarch during the Patriarchal Period who briefly took Sarai into his palace before being afflicted by divine plagues.

Pharaoh, King of the Exodus
Egyptian king who opposed Moses and was defeated at the Red Sea
The stubborn monarch of Egypt who resisted the divine command to release the Israelites, ultimately succumbing after ten plagues and the destruction of his army.

Pharaoh, Oppressor of the Israelites
King of Egypt who enslaved the Israelites and ordered the drowning of Hebrew male infants
The Egyptian monarch who enslaved the Israelites, ordered the infanticide of Hebrew male infants, and unsuccessfully sought to execute Moses.

Pharaoh, Patron of Joseph
King of Egypt who promoted Joseph to vizier and invited Jacob's family to settle in Goshen
The Egyptian monarch who elevated Joseph from a dungeon to the second-highest office in the land after receiving divine warnings through dreams of a coming famine.

Pharaoh's Chief Baker
Official whose dream was interpreted by Joseph to mean he would be executed by Pharaoh
The high-ranking Egyptian official imprisoned with Joseph whose dream of three baskets of bread foretold his execution by Pharaoh three days later.

Pharaoh's Chief Cupbearer
Official whose dream Joseph interpreted in prison and who later recommended Joseph to Pharaoh
An Egyptian high official whose dream was interpreted by Joseph while in prison, leading to Joseph's eventual rise to power in Egypt.

Pharaoh's Daughter Who Rescued Moses
Princess who found Moses in the Nile and raised him as her own son
An Egyptian princess who defied her father's decree by rescuing, adopting, and raising the Hebrew infant Moses.

Phicol
Military commander of King Abimelech who witnessed the covenants with Abraham and Isaac
Phicol was the commander of the army under Abimelech, king of Gerar, during the Patriarchal Period, serving as a key witness to covenants with Abraham and Isaac.
Philistine
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Phinehas, Son of Eleazar
Priest who stayed a plague by executing an idolatrous couple and received a perpetual covenant of priesthood
Phinehas was a high-ranking priest known for his zeal for the holiness of God, famously halting a plague in Israel through an act of decisive judgment at Peor.
Pildash
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Egyptian living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Potiphar's Wife
Egyptian noblewoman who falsely accused Joseph of attempted rape after he refused her advances
An Egyptian noblewoman during the Patriarchal Period who falsely accused the Hebrew servant Joseph of attempted rape after he rejected her persistent sexual advances.

Potiphera
Egyptian priest of On and the father of Joseph's wife Asenath
An Egyptian priest of the city of On and the father of Asenath, who became the wife of the patriarch Joseph.
Puah
Woman living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Raamah
Son of Cush and father of Sheba and Dedan in the Table of Nations
A grandson of Ham and son of Cush who is listed among the early post-Flood patriarchs in the Table of Nations.

Rachel
Matriarch of Israel and the beloved wife of Jacob who died giving birth to Benjamin
The beloved wife of the patriarch Jacob and the biological mother of Joseph and Benjamin, recognized as a foundational matriarch of the nation of Israel.
Raphu
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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King living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Rebekah
Matriarch of Israel and wife of Isaac who secured the patriarchal blessing for her son Jacob
The wife of Isaac and mother of Esau and Jacob, Rebekah was a central matriarch of Israel known for her hospitality, her role in the patriarchal succession, and her divine oracle regarding her sons.
Rekem
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Rephaim
Ancient race of giants who inhabited the land of Bashan and were defeated by Israel
An ancient race of giants who inhabited the Levant during the Patriarchal Period, known for their great stature and eventual displacement by the Israelites and surrounding nations.

Reu
Patriarch in the lineage from Shem to Abraham
A post-flood patriarch in the lineage of Shem, Reu was the son of Peleg and a direct ancestor of Abraham and Jesus Christ.

Reuben
Firstborn son of Jacob who lost his birthright for defiling his father's bed
Reuben was the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah, the founding patriarch of the Tribe of Reuben, and a complex figure known for both his attempts to save Joseph and his loss of the birthright.

Reuel, Son of Esau
Patriarch of Edom who fathered four tribal chiefs and was the son of Esau and Mahalath
Reuel was a patriarch of the Edomites, the son of Esau and Mahalath, and the progenitor of four major clans in the land of Seir.
Reumah
Woman living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Samlah
King of Edom who ruled from the city of Masrekah
Samlah of Masrekah was the fifth of eight pre-monarchic kings who ruled over the land of Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites.

Sarah
Matriarch of Israel and mother of Isaac who conceived in her old age
The wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac, recognized as the primary matriarch of the Hebrew people and a recipient of God's covenantal promise.
Seba
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Seir
Patriarch of the Horites and the namesake of the region of Mount Seir
Seir was a Horite patriarch whose descendants inhabited the mountainous region of Edom before the arrival of the Israelites and Edomites.

Serah
Daughter of Asher who appears in both the migration to Egypt and the Exodus census
The daughter of Asher who is uniquely listed among the descendants of Jacob migrating to Egypt and again in the census taken on the plains of Moab.
Sered
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Serug
Patriarch who was the great-grandfather of Abraham and an ancestor of Jesus Christ
A post-diluvian patriarch in the line of Shem, Serug was the great-grandfather of Abraham and a pivotal link in the genealogy connecting Noah to the nation of Israel.

Seth
Third son of Adam and Eve and ancestor of Noah
The third son of Adam and Eve, Seth was born after the death of Abel and became the ancestor of the line of the faithful leading to Noah.
Sethur
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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The Seventy Elders of Israel
Group of leaders who saw God on Mount Sinai and were filled with the Holy Spirit to assist Moses
A select group of Israelite leaders chosen to witness God's glory at Sinai and later empowered by the Holy Spirit to assist Moses in governing the nation.

Shammah, Grandson of Esau
Edomite chief and grandson of Esau who helped establish the tribes of Mount Seir
Shammah was a prominent Edomite chief, the son of Reuel and grandson of Esau and Basemath.
Shammua
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Shaul of Rehoboth
King of Edom who reigned before there were kings in Israel
An early Edomite king who hailed from Rehoboth on the Euphrates and governed the territory before the establishment of the Israelite monarchy.

Shaul, Son of the Canaanite Woman
Simeonite patriarch and founder of the Shaulite clan who was the son of a Canaanite woman
Shaul was the son of Simeon and a Canaanite woman, serving as a founding tribal head and the progenitor of the Shaulite clan during the Egyptian sojourn.
Sheba
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Sheba, Grandson of Cush
Patriarch of the Sabean people and son of Raamah within the Hamitic line
A patriarch and descendant of Ham who founded a wealthy merchant nation known for trade and stature in the ancient Near East.
Shechem
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Shechem, Son of Hamor
Hivite prince whose violation of Dinah led to the massacre of his city by Simeon and Levi
A Hivite prince and son of Hamor whose violation of Dinah led to a violent conflict between his city and the sons of Jacob.

Shedeur
Father of Elizur, the tribal leader of Reuben during the Exodus
A prominent father within the tribe of Reuben during the Exodus, known primarily as the father of Elizur, the prince and leader of the Reubenites.

Shelah, Son of Cainan
Patriarch who was the father of Eber and a direct ancestor of Jesus Christ
Shelah was an early post-flood patriarch, the father of Eber, and a significant link in the genealogical line connecting Noah to the Messiah.

Shelah, Son of Judah
Son of Judah and progenitor of the Shelanite clan
The third son of Judah and a survivor of the early tragedies in Judah's family, Shelah became the progenitor of the Shelanite clan within the tribe of Judah.
Sheleph
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Woman living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Shelumiel
Prince of the tribe of Simeon who led the tribe during the census and Tabernacle dedication
Shelumiel was the prince and tribal leader of the Simeonites during the Exodus from Egypt and the subsequent wilderness wanderings.

Shem
Son of Noah who survived the Great Flood and became the ancestor of the Semitic nations
The eldest or middle son of Noah, an Ark survivor, and the foundational patriarch of the Semitic peoples, including the Israelites.

Shemeber
A member of the five kings who rebelled against Chedorlaomer
Shemeber was the king of Zeboiim who participated in the rebellion of the Five Cities of the Plain against the Elamite ruler Chedorlaomer.

Shemida
Patriarch of the Shemidaite clan within the Tribe of Manasseh
Shemida was a tribal leader within the Tribe of Manasseh during the Egyptian Sojourn and the Exodus, serving as the eponymous ancestor of the Shemidaite clan.
Shemuel
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Sheshai
Giant descendant of Anak who inhabited Hebron during the Israelite conquest
Sheshai was one of the three giant descendants of Anak who inhabited the ancient city of Hebron and were eventually defeated by the Israelites during the conquest of Canaan.

Shillem
Son of Naphtali and founder of the Shillemite clan
A son of Naphtali and grandson of Jacob who founded the Shillemite clan during the Egyptian Sojourn and the Exodus era.
Shiloh
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Shimei, Son of Gershon
Levite who founded the Shimeite clan and grandson of the patriarch Levi
A prominent Levite and grandson of Levi who established the Shimeite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the wilderness wanderings.

Shimron
Patriarch of the Shimronite clan and fourth son of Issachar
Shimron was the fourth son of Issachar, a grandson of Jacob, and the foundational ancestor of the Shimronite clan within the tribe of Issachar.

Shinab
A rebel against Chedorlaomer and combatant in the Battle of the Vale of Siddim
Shinab was the king of Admah and one of the five rebel kings who fought against Chedorlaomer in the Battle of the Vale of Siddim during the time of Abraham.
Shiphrah
Woman living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Shobal, Son of Seir
Horite patriarch and chief of the land of Seir
A Horite patriarch and chief who descended from Seir and governed portions of the land of Edom before the rise of the Edomite kings.

Shua, Father-in-Law of Judah
Canaanite father-in-law of the patriarch Judah
A Canaanite man whose daughter became the first wife of the patriarch Judah, the progenitor of the Tribe of Judah.
Shuah
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Shuthelah, Son of Ephraim
Son of Ephraim and founder of the Shuthelahite clan
Shuthelah was the firstborn son of Ephraim and the ancestral head of the Shuthelahite clan during the Israelite sojourn in Egypt.
Sidon
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Sihon
King of the Amorites who was defeated by Moses at the Battle of Jahaz
The Amorite king of Heshbon who was defeated by the Israelites after refusing them passage through his territory during the Exodus journey.

Simeon, Son of Jacob
Patriarch of Israel known for his role in the massacre at Shechem and being held hostage by Joseph in Egypt
Simeon was the second son of Jacob and Leah, a founding patriarch of Israel known for his volatile temperament and the eventual dispersal of his tribe within Judah.
Sinites
People from Sin(?)
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Levite living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Talmai, son of Anak
Son of Anak and giant of Hebron who was defeated by Caleb
Talmai was a descendant of Anak and one of three giants dwelling in Hebron who were eventually driven out and defeated during the Israelite conquest of Canaan.

Tamar, Daughter-in-law of Judah
Matriarch who secured the continuation of Judah's lineage through her sons Perez and Zerah
A resourceful woman of the Patriarchal period who secured her place in the messianic lineage by bearing twins to her father-in-law, Judah.
Tarshish
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Arabian living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Teman
Grandson of Esau and chief of the Edomites whose name became synonymous with a region of wisdom
A grandson of Esau and a chief of Edom, Teman was the eponymous ancestor of a region and people renowned for their wisdom in the ancient Near East.

Terah
Patriarch who led his family from Ur of the Chaldeans to Haran
A foundational patriarch and the father of Abraham who led his family out of Ur of the Chaldeans toward the land of Canaan.

Tidal
Member of the four-king coalition against Sodom and Gomorrah
Tidal, known as the 'King of Goyim,' was a powerful Bronze Age monarch who joined a coalition led by Chedorlaomer to suppress a rebellion in the Valley of Siddim.

Timna
Mother of Amalek and sister of Lotan who was a chief of Edom
An Edomite woman of noble Horite descent who became the mother of Amalek and is listed among the chiefs of Edom.
Tiras
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Tirzah
Daughter of Zelophehad who secured legal inheritance rights for women
Tirzah was one of the five daughters of Zelophehad who successfully petitioned for the right of women to inherit land in the absence of male heirs.
Togarmah
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Tola, Son of Issachar
Firstborn son of Issachar and founder of the Tolaite clan
Tola was the eldest son of Issachar and a tribal patriarch who founded the Tolaite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the wilderness period.
Tubal
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Tubal-cain
First forger of bronze and iron tools
According to the Book of Genesis, Tubal-cain was an antediluvian artisan identified as the first forger of bronze and iron tools.

Uri, Father of Bezalel
father of Bezalel the artisan of the Tabernacle
Uri was a member of the Tribe of Judah, the son of Hur and father of Bezalel, the chief artisan of the Tabernacle.
Uz
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Uzziel, Son of Kohath
Uncle of Moses and Aaron and founder of the Uzzielite clan of Levites
A prominent Levite of the Kohathite branch and paternal uncle to Moses and Aaron during the Egyptian Sojourn and Exodus.
Vophsi
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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The Wife of Eliphaz
Matriarch of the Edomite chiefs and mother of Teman and Kenaz
The unnamed wife of Eliphaz, son of Esau, was a matriarchal figure in the Edomite lineage and the mother of several prominent tribal chiefs.
Zaavan
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Zebulun
Tenth son of Jacob and founder of the tribe associated with maritime commerce and the region of Galilee
Zebulun was the tenth son of Jacob and the sixth and final son born to Leah, serving as the eponymous patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel.

Zelophehad
Member of the tribe of Manasseh whose death without sons led to the establishment of inheritance rights for daughters
A descendant of Manasseh who died in the wilderness, leaving no sons and prompting a landmark divine ruling on inheritance laws for women.
Zemarites
People from Zemar(?)
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Zepho
Chief of the sons of Eliphaz in the land of Edom
Zepho was an Edomite leader and patriarch, the son of Eliphaz and grandson of Esau, who served as a chief among the descendants of Seir.
Zerah
King living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Zerah, Grandson of Esau
Grandson of Esau and a tribal chief of the Edomites
A son of Reuel and grandson of Esau who became a tribal chief in the land of Edom.

Zerah, Son of Simeon
Founder of the Simeonite Zerahite clan who lived during the Egyptian sojourn and wilderness period
Zerah, also known as Zohar, was a son of the patriarch Simeon and the founder of the Zerahite clan within the tribe of Simeon during the Egyptian sojourn and the Exodus.

Zerah, Son of Tamar
Son of Judah marked by a scarlet thread at birth who founded the Zerahite clan
The twin son of Judah and Tamar, Zerah is known for the scarlet thread tied to his hand during a competitive birth and for founding a prominent clan within the Tribe of Judah.
Zibeon
Edomite living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Levite living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Zillah
Lamech’s second wife and mother of Tubal-cain
Zillah was the second wife of Lamech in the line of Cain and the mother of Tubal-cain and Naamah, appearing in the foundational genealogies of Genesis.

Zilpah
Mother of Gad and Asher and wife of the patriarch Jacob
Zilpah was a maidservant given to Leah by Laban, who later became a wife to the patriarch Jacob and the mother of two of the twelve tribes of Israel, Gad and Asher.
Zimran
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Zippor
Father of King Balak of Moab
A Moabite leader during the Exodus era, primarily known as the father of King Balak, who sought to curse the Israelites.

Zipporah
Wife of Moses who circumcised her son to save Moses' life
The Midianite wife of Moses who saved his life by performing an emergency circumcision during his return to Egypt.
Zohar
Man living at the time of the Patriarchs
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Zuar
Father of Nethanel the leader of the tribe of Issachar
A prominent member of the tribe of Issachar during the Exodus and the father of Nethanel, the leader of the tribe.
Zur
Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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King living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
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Zurishaddai
Patriarch of the tribe of Simeon and father of the tribal prince Shelumiel
Zurishaddai was a patriarch of the tribe of Simeon during the Exodus and the father of the tribal prince Shelumiel.
Zuzim
People from Zuz(?)
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