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Ashkenaz
Ashkenaz in the Bible — son of Gomer (GEN 10:3). Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “a fire that spreads”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Ashkenazproper name
- Hebrew
- אַשְׁכֲּנַ֥ז
- Transliteration
- ashəkenaz
- Greek
- Ασχαναζ
- Reference
- GEN 10:3
- Strong's
- H813
Family & Relationships (1)
son
Gomer(GEN 10:3)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ashkenaz in the Bible?
Ashkenaz is described in the Bible as son of Gomer (GEN 10:3).
What does the name Ashkenaz mean?
The name Ashkenaz means “a fire that spreads” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.