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Nahor(2)
Nahor in the Bible — son of Terah (GEN 11:26). Referenced in 16 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “hoarse; dry; hot”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 16 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 15 connections
Biography
The brother of Abraham and son of Terah, Nahor married Milcah and remained in Mesopotamia when Abraham left for Canaan. His descendants included Bethuel (father of Rebekah) and Laban, making him the grandfather of both Rebekah and Rachel, who married into Abraham's line.
Significance
Nahor's family remained in Mesopotamia and became the source of wives for Isaac and Jacob, maintaining family ties while preserving separation from Canaanite influences.
Key Events
Married Milcah(Genesis 11:29)
Father of Bethuel(Genesis 22:23)
Grandfather of Rebekah(Genesis 24:15)
Names & Labels (1)
Nahorproper name
- Hebrew
- נָחוֹר
- Transliteration
- nachor
- Meaning
- the mound of Nahuru
- Greek
- Ναχωρ
- Reference
- GEN 11:27
- Strong's
- H5152
Family & Relationships (15)
son
Terah(GEN 11:26)
husband
Milcah(GEN 11:29)
father
concubinator
Reumah(GEN 22:24)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Nahor in the Bible?
Nahor is described in the Bible as son of Terah (GEN 11:26).
What does the name Nahor mean?
The name Nahor means “hoarse; dry; hot” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.