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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

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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

Family & Relationships (2)

son

Simeon(GEN 46:10)

father

Shallum(1CH 4:25)

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.

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