Rebekah
Rebekah in the Bible — daughter of Bethuel, grandaughter of Nahor (GEN 22:23). Referenced in 6 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “fat; fattened; a quarrel appeased”
Profile
- Gender
- female
- Scripture References
- 6 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 5 connections
Biography
Isaac's wife, chosen by Abraham's servant through God's providence. Rebekah left her homeland to marry Isaac, whom she had never met. She was barren for twenty years before giving birth to twin sons, Esau and Jacob. Rebekah favored Jacob and helped him deceive Isaac to receive the blessing intended for Esau. Her actions, though deceptive, aligned with God's sovereign choice.
Significance
Rebekah demonstrates faith in God's providence and calling, though her methods were flawed. She shows how God works through imperfect people to accomplish His purposes.
Key Events
Names & Labels (1)
- Hebrew
- רִבְקָ֑ה
- Transliteration
- rivəqah
- Meaning
- [poss.] choice calf
- Greek
- Ρεβεκκα
- Reference
- GEN 22:23
- Strong's
- H7259
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Rebekah in the Bible?
Rebekah is described in the Bible as daughter of Bethuel, grandaughter of Nahor (GEN 22:23).
What does the name Rebekah mean?
The name Rebekah means “fat; fattened; a quarrel appeased” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.