Overview
The Bible addresses name across 7 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Hosea, Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. Closely related themes include Prophets, Death, Murder and Adoption. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Gomer and Jehu.
Key Bible verses about name
Old Testament
Hosea
So he went and took Gomer the daughter of Diblaim; which conceived, and bare him a son.
And the Lord said unto him, Call his name Jezreel; for yet a little while, and I will avenge the blood of Jezreel upon the house of Jehu, and will cause to cease the kingdom of the house of Israel.
And she conceived again, and bare a daughter. And God said unto him, Call her name Lo–ruhamah: for I will no more have mercy upon the house of Israel; but I will utterly take them away.
Then said God, Call his name Lo–ammi: for ye are not my people, and I will not be your God.
Say ye unto your brethren, Ammi; and to your sisters, Ru–hamah.
People in the Bible and name
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying name for yourself
- Begin with Proverbs 22:1, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Hosea, Proverbs and Ecclesiastes each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Gomer and Jehu and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Prophets, Death, Murder and Adoption.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about name?
The Bible addresses name across 7 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Hosea, Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. Closely related themes include Prophets, Death, Murder and Adoption. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Gomer and Jehu.
How many Bible verses are about name?
The Bible references name in 7 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention name?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Proverbs 22:1: “A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with name?
Gomer and Jehu.
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