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Kenaz(2)

Kenaz in the Bible — father of Othniel, brother of Caleb (JOS 15:17). Kenaz belonged to the tribe of Judah. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.

Name meaning: this purchase; this lamentation

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Gender
male
Tribe
Judah
Scripture References
4 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
3 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Kenazproper name
Hebrew
קְנַ֖ז
Transliteration
qənaz
Meaning
hunting
Greek
Κενεζ
Reference
JOS 15:17
Strong's
H7073

Family & Relationships (3)

father

Othniel(JOS 15:17)
Seraiah(1CH 4:13)

brother

Caleb(JOS 15:17)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Kenaz in the Bible?

Kenaz is described in the Bible as father of Othniel, brother of Caleb (JOS 15:17). Kenaz belonged to the tribe of Judah.

What does the name Kenaz mean?

The name Kenaz means “this purchase; this lamentation” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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