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Shaul(2)
Shaul in the Bible — son of Simeon and a Canaanite woman (GEN 46:10). Shaul belonged to the tribe of Simeon. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “Saul, asked; lent; a grave”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Simeon
- Scripture References
- 3 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 2 connections
Names & Labels (1)
Shaulproper name
- Hebrew
- שָׁאוּל
- Transliteration
- shaul
- Meaning
- asked, [poss.] dedicated to G-d
- Greek
- Σαουλ
- Reference
- GEN 46:10
- Strong's
- H7586
Notes
from the list of "sons of Israel" who "went to Egypt" (GEN 46:8-27), the Shaulites (NUM 26:13)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shaul in the Bible?
Shaul is described in the Bible as son of Simeon and a Canaanite woman (GEN 46:10). Shaul belonged to the tribe of Simeon.
What does the name Shaul mean?
The name Shaul means “Saul, asked; lent; a grave” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.