Huz
LocationsGeographical Setting
Huz is a toponym appearing in the genealogical records of Genesis 22:21 as the father of Buz.
What is the meaning of Huz in the Bible?
Huz is a place name listed in Genesis 22:21 within the genealogy of Nahor, often identified by textual critics as a scribal duplication or variant of the name Uz.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Huz as a textual variant of Uz clarifies the genealogical structure of Genesis 22 and aids in understanding the historical connections between the Aramean and Edomite regions.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Huz held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Huz in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Huz clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Genesis 22:21
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Huz." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/huz/