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Jobab(4)

Jobab in the Bible — son of Shaharaim (1CH 8:9). Jobab belonged to the tribe of Benjamin. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.

Name meaning: sorrowful, hated

Profile

Gender
male
Tribe
Benjamin
Scripture References
3 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
2 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Jobabproper name
Hebrew
יוֹבָב
Transliteration
yovav
Meaning
howl
Greek
Ιωβαβ
Reference
1CH 8:9
Strong's
H3103

Family & Relationships (2)

son

Shaharaim(1CH 8:9)
Hodesh(1CH 8:9)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Jobab in the Bible?

Jobab is described in the Bible as son of Shaharaim (1CH 8:9). Jobab belonged to the tribe of Benjamin.

What does the name Jobab mean?

The name Jobab means “sorrowful, hated” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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