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Uriel

Uriel in the Bible — son of Tahath (1CH 6:24), chief of the sons of Kohath (1CH 15:5). Uriel belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.

Name meaning: same as Uriah

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Gender
male
Tribe
Levi
Scripture References
4 references
Known Names
2 names
Relationships
2 connections

Names & Labels (2)

Urielproper name
Hebrew
אוּרִיאֵל
Transliteration
uriyel
Meaning
G-d [El] is [my] flame, light
Greek
Ουριηλ
Reference
1CH 6:24
Strong's
H222
Zephaniahproper name
Hebrew
צְפַנְיָה
Transliteration
tsəfanəyah
Meaning
y-h-v-h has hidden [to shelter] or y-h-v-h has hidden [as a treasure]
Greek
Σαφανια
Reference
1CH 6:36
Strong's
H6846

Family & Relationships (2)

son

Tahath(1CH 6:24)

father

Uzziah(1CH 6:24)

Notes

Kohathite

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Uriel in the Bible?

Uriel is described in the Bible as son of Tahath (1CH 6:24), chief of the sons of Kohath (1CH 15:5). Uriel belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Uriel mean?

The name Uriel means “same as Uriah” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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