Zimran
malePatriarchalMeaning: “Celebrated; musician”
The firstborn son of Abraham by Keturah, ancestor of an Arabian people who settled east of Canaan.
Biography
Zimran is listed as the firstborn of the six sons Abraham fathered by Keturah (Genesis 25:2; 1 Chronicles 1:32). Like his brothers, he received gifts from Abraham and was sent eastward, away from Isaac (Genesis 25:6). His descendants formed one of the Arabian tribes of the desert east of Canaan.
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Born to Abraham and Keturah
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Themes & lessons from Zimran
Biblical themes that run through the passages where Zimran appears.
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Scripture Appearances
2 verses in 2 booksGenesis1 verse
Genesis 25:2
And she bare him Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah.
1 Chronicles1 verse
1 Chronicles 1:32
Now the sons of Keturah, Abraham's concubine: she bare Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah. And the sons of Jokshan; Sheba, and Dedan.
Frequently asked about Zimran
Who was Zimran in the Bible?
The firstborn son of Abraham by Keturah, ancestor of an Arabian people who settled east of Canaan.
What does the name Zimran mean?
The name Zimran means “Celebrated; musician”.
Who were Zimran's parents?
Zimran was the child of Abraham, Keturah.
Where does Zimran appear in the Bible?
Zimran is mentioned 2 times across 2 books: Genesis, 1 Chronicles.
What can we learn from Zimran?
The story of Zimran touches on themes of abraham, midian, midianites, keturah — explore each to study the lessons drawn from Zimran's life.
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