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What is the meaning of Jerah in the Bible?

A son of Joktan, mentioned in Genesis 10:26 and 1 Chronicles 1:20. No district Jerah has been discovered.

SIGNIFICANCE

The significance of Jerah lies in its connection to the biblical genealogy of Joktan.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jerah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
  • Why did the biblical author mention Jerah in this passage?
  • What cultural or historical assumption does Jerah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned: Genesis 10:261 Chronicles 1:20

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

"Jerah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jerah/
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