Jaroah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jaroah in the Bible?
Jaroah is identified in 1 Chronicles 5:14 as the son of Michah and a leader of a Gadite family group.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Jaroah helps readers understand the detailed genealogical records used to establish tribal lineage and social structure in ancient Israel.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jaroah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jaroah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jaroah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 5:14
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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
"Jaroah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jaroah/