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Nahshon

Nahshon in the Bible — son of Amminadab and brother of Elisheba (EXO 6:23), head of the tribe of Judah during the census (NUM 1:7). Nahshon belonged to the tribe of Judah. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.

Name meaning: same as Naashon

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

Names & Labels (1)

Nahshonproper name
Hebrew
נַחְשׁ֖וֹן
Transliteration
nachəshon
Meaning
small viper
Greek
Ναασσων
Reference
EXO 6:23
Strong's
H5177

Family & Relationships (3)

brother

Elisheba(EXO 6:23)

son

Amminadab(EXO 6:23)

father

Salmon(RUT 4:20)

Notes

leader of Judah during the Exodus (NUM 1:7)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Nahshon in the Bible?

Nahshon is described in the Bible as son of Amminadab and brother of Elisheba (EXO 6:23), head of the tribe of Judah during the census (NUM 1:7). Nahshon belonged to the tribe of Judah.

What does the name Nahshon mean?

The name Nahshon means “same as Naashon” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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