Uknaz
TextsWhat is the meaning of Uknaz in the Bible?
A variant reading in 1 Chronicles 4:15, possibly indicating a dropped name after Elah, with some suggesting it refers to the sons of Kenaz.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Examining this variant aids readers in understanding the challenges of textual criticism and the transmission history of the Hebrew Bible.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Uknaz functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Uknaz in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Uknaz clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 4:15
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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
"Uknaz." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/uknaz/