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Shaul
Shaul in the Bible — King of Edom, successor to Samlah, from Rehoboth on the [Euphrates] river (GEN 36:37). Shaul belonged to the tribe of Edomite. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “Saul, asked; lent; a grave”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Edomite
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Shaulproper name
- Hebrew
- שָׁא֑וּל
- Transliteration
- shaul
- Meaning
- asked, [poss.] dedicated to G-d
- Greek
- Σαουλ
- Reference
- GEN 36:37
- Strong's
- H7586
Family & Relationships (1)
descendant
Esau(GEN 36:37)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shaul in the Bible?
Shaul is described in the Bible as King of Edom, successor to Samlah, from Rehoboth on the [Euphrates] river (GEN 36:37). Shaul belonged to the tribe of Edomite.
What does the name Shaul mean?
The name Shaul means “Saul, asked; lent; a grave” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.