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Seir

Seir in the Bible — the Horite (dwelt near Mt. Hor- GEN 36:20). Referenced in 8 scripture passages.

Name meaning: Seirath, hairy; goat; demon; tempest

Profile

Gender
male
Scripture References
8 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
7 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Seirproper name
Hebrew
שֵׂעִיר
Transliteration
seiyr
Meaning
hairy, shaggy
Greek
Σηιρ
Reference
GEN 36:20
Strong's
H8165

Family & Relationships (7)

father

Lotan(GEN 36:20)
Shobal(GEN 36:20)
Zibeon(GEN 36:20)
Anah(GEN 36:20)
Dishon(GEN 36:21)
Ezer(GEN 36:21)
Dishan(GEN 36:21)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Seir in the Bible?

Seir is described in the Bible as the Horite (dwelt near Mt. Hor- GEN 36:20).

What does the name Seir mean?

The name Seir means “Seirath, hairy; goat; demon; tempest” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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