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Jair(2)
Jair in the Bible — a Gileadite who judged Israel for twenty-two years (JDG 10:3). Referenced in 1 scripture passage.
Name meaning: “Jairus, my light; who diffuses light”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 1 reference
- Known Names
- 1 name
Names & Labels (1)
Jairproper name
- Hebrew
- יָאִ֣יר
- Transliteration
- yaiyr
- Meaning
- he gives light
- Greek
- Ιαϊρ
- Reference
- JDG 10:3
- Strong's
- H2971
Notes
judge of Israel, had 30 sons and 30 cities in Havvoth-jair (JDG 10:4)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jair in the Bible?
Jair is described in the Bible as a Gileadite who judged Israel for twenty-two years (JDG 10:3).
What does the name Jair mean?
The name Jair means “Jairus, my light; who diffuses light” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.