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Zeruiah

Zeruiah in the Bible — mother of Abishai, Joab (1SA 26:6), and Asahel (2SA 2:18), sister of King David (1CH 2:16). Zeruiah belonged to the tribe of Judah. Referenced in 6 scripture passages.

Name meaning: pain or tribulation of the Lord

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Gender
female
Tribe
Judah
Scripture References
6 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
5 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Zeruiahproper name
Hebrew
צְרוּיָה
Transliteration
tsəruyah
Meaning
perfumed resin
Greek
Σαρουιας
Reference
1SA 26:6
Strong's
H6870

Family & Relationships (5)

mother

Abishai(1SA 26:6)
Joab(2SA 2:13)
Asahel(2SA 2:18)

sister

Abigail(2SA 17:25)
David(1CH 2:16)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Zeruiah in the Bible?

Zeruiah is described in the Bible as mother of Abishai, Joab (1SA 26:6), and Asahel (2SA 2:18), sister of King David (1CH 2:16). Zeruiah belonged to the tribe of Judah.

What does the name Zeruiah mean?

The name Zeruiah means “pain or tribulation of the Lord” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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