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Tohu

Tohu in the Bible — father of Elihu and ancestor of Samuel (1SA 1:1). Tohu belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 6 scripture passages.

Name meaning: “that lives; that declares”

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Gender: male
Tribe: Levi
Scripture References: 6 references
Known Names: 3 names
Relationships: 3 connections

Names & Labels (3)

Tohuproper name

Hebrew: תֹּחוּ
Transliteration: tohu
Greek: Θοκε
Reference: 1SA 1:1
Strong's: H8459

Nahathproper name

Hebrew: נַ֥חַת
Transliteration: nachat
Meaning: descent; [poss.] rest
Greek: Νααθ
Reference: 1CH 6:26
Strong's: H5184

Toahproper name

Hebrew: תּוֹחַ
Transliteration: toach
Greek: Θιε
Reference: 1CH 6:34
Strong's: H8430

Family & Relationships (3)

father

Elihu(1SA 1:1)

son

Zuph(1SA 1:1)

Elkanah(1CH 6:26)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Tohu in the Bible?

Tohu is described in the Bible as father of Elihu and ancestor of Samuel (1SA 1:1). Tohu belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Tohu mean?

The name Tohu means “that lives; that declares” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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