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Othniel

Othniel in the Bible — son of Kenaz who captured Kiriath-sepher (JOS 15:17). Othniel belonged to the tribe of Judah. Referenced in 5 scripture passages.

Name meaning: the hour of God

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

Names & Labels (1)

Othnielproper name
Hebrew
עָתְנִיאֵ֥ל
Transliteration
atəniuel
Greek
Γοθονιηλ
Reference
JOS 15:17
Strong's
H6274

Family & Relationships (4)

son

Kenaz(JOS 15:17)

husband

Achsah(JOS 15:17)

father

Hathath(1CH 4:13)
Meonothai(1CH 4:13)

Notes

judge of Israel

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Othniel in the Bible?

Othniel is described in the Bible as son of Kenaz who captured Kiriath-sepher (JOS 15:17). Othniel belonged to the tribe of Judah.

What does the name Othniel mean?

The name Othniel means “the hour of God” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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