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Amalek
Amalek in the Bible — son of Eliphaz (GEN 36:12) and chief of Edom (GEN 36:16). Amalek belonged to the tribe of Edomite. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “a people that licks up”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Edomite
- Scripture References
- 4 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 3 connections
Names & Labels (1)
Amalekproper name
- Hebrew
- עֲמָלֵק
- Transliteration
- amaleq
- Greek
- Αμαληκ
- Reference
- GEN 36:12
- Strong's
- H6002
Notes
the Amalekites (GEN 14:7)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Amalek in the Bible?
Amalek is described in the Bible as son of Eliphaz (GEN 36:12) and chief of Edom (GEN 36:16). Amalek belonged to the tribe of Edomite.
What does the name Amalek mean?
The name Amalek means “a people that licks up” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.