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Midian

Midian in the Bible — son of Abraham through Keturah (GEN 25:2). Referenced in 9 scripture passages.

Name meaning: judgment; covering; habit

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Gender
male
Scripture References
9 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
8 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Midianproper name
Hebrew
מִדְיָ֑ן
Transliteration
midəyan
Meaning
quarrel, strife, contention
Greek
Μαδιαμ
Reference
GEN 25:2
Strong's
H4080

Family & Relationships (8)

son

Abram(GEN 25:2)
Keturah(GEN 25:2)

father

Ephah(GEN 25:4)
Epher(GEN 25:4)
Hanoch(GEN 25:4)
Abida(GEN 25:4)
Eldaah(GEN 25:4)

ancestor

Zur(NUM 25:15)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Midian in the Bible?

Midian is described in the Bible as son of Abraham through Keturah (GEN 25:2).

What does the name Midian mean?

The name Midian means “judgment; covering; habit” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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