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Nimrod

Nimrod in the Bible — son of Cush (GEN 10:8), a mighty hunter before the LORD (GEN 10:9). Referenced in 2 scripture passages.

Name meaning: rebellion (but probably an unknown Assyrian word)

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Gender
male
Scripture References
2 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
1 connection

Names & Labels (1)

Nimrodproper name
Hebrew
נִמְרֹ֑ד
Transliteration
nimərod
Meaning
[perhaps] to rebel or the Arrow, the mighty hero
Greek
Νεβρωδ
Reference
GEN 10:8
Strong's
H5248

Family & Relationships (1)

son

Cush(GEN 10:8)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Nimrod in the Bible?

Nimrod is described in the Bible as son of Cush (GEN 10:8), a mighty hunter before the LORD (GEN 10:9).

What does the name Nimrod mean?

The name Nimrod means “rebellion (but probably an unknown Assyrian word)” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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