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Ishmael
Biblical name meaning: “God that hears”
Name Details
- Name
- Ishmael
- Meaning
- God that hears
- First Letter
- I
- Source
- Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
What Does “Ishmael” Mean in the Bible?
The name Ishmael is a biblical name meaning “God that hears”. In the Bible, names carried deep significance, often reflecting a person's character, destiny, or the circumstances of their birth. Understanding the meaning of biblical names enriches our reading of Scripture and reveals layers of significance in the biblical narrative.
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