Nathan
Nathan in the Bible — son of David (2SA 5:14). Nathan belonged to the tribe of Judah. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “given; giving; rewarded”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Judah
- Scripture References
- 4 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 3 connections
Biography
A prophet during the reign of King David who fearlessly confronted the king about his sin with Bathsheba. Nathan also brought David God's covenant promise of an eternal dynasty. He played a key role in ensuring Solomon's succession to the throne and was involved in organizing temple worship.
Significance
Nathan exemplifies the prophetic role of speaking truth to power and demonstrates God's willingness to forgive even grievous sins when met with genuine repentance.
Key Events
Names & Labels (1)
- Hebrew
- נָתָן
- Transliteration
- natan
- Meaning
- gift
- Greek
- Ναθαν
- Reference
- 2SA 5:14
- Strong's
- H5416
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Nathan in the Bible?
Nathan is described in the Bible as son of David (2SA 5:14). Nathan belonged to the tribe of Judah.
What does the name Nathan mean?
The name Nathan means “given; giving; rewarded” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.