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Zohar

Zohar in the Bible — father of Ephron who sold the cave at Machpelah to Abraham (GEN 23:8). Zohar belonged to the tribe of Hittite. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.

Name meaning: white; bright; dryness

Profile

Gender
male
Tribe
Hittite
Scripture References
3 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
2 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Zoharproper name
Hebrew
צֹֽחַר
Transliteration
tsochar
Meaning
yellowish red, tawny
Greek
Σααρ
Reference
GEN 23:8
Strong's
H6717

Family & Relationships (2)

father

Ephron(GEN 23:8)

descendant

Heth(GEN 23:10)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Zohar in the Bible?

Zohar is described in the Bible as father of Ephron who sold the cave at Machpelah to Abraham (GEN 23:8). Zohar belonged to the tribe of Hittite.

What does the name Zohar mean?

The name Zohar means “white; bright; dryness” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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