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Elimelech
Elimelech in the Bible — husband of Naomi (RUT 1:2). Elimelech belonged to the tribe of Judah. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “my God is king”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Judah
- Scripture References
- 4 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 3 connections
Names & Labels (1)
Elimelechproper name
- Hebrew
- אֱֽלִימֶ֡לֶךְ
- Transliteration
- eliymelekh
- Meaning
- G-d [El] is [my] king
- Greek
- Αβιμελεχ
- Reference
- RUT 1:2
- Strong's
- H458
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Elimelech in the Bible?
Elimelech is described in the Bible as husband of Naomi (RUT 1:2). Elimelech belonged to the tribe of Judah.
What does the name Elimelech mean?
The name Elimelech means “my God is king” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.