a_wife_of_Lot
Wife of Lot, daughter-in-law of Terah
Who is a_wife_of_Lot in the Bible?
Lot's wife was an unnamed woman mentioned in Genesis 19:15 and 19:26 who was married to Lot, the nephew of Abraham. She was the daughter-in-law of Terah, Abraham's father, and is briefly referenced in the genealogical records of Genesis 11:27 to establish Lot's marital status within Abraham's family line. The Bible provides no detailed information about her personal life or relationship with Lot beyond these genealogical mentions. Her most significant biblical moment comes in Genesis 19:26, where she famously looks back at Sodom during its destruction and turns into a pillar of salt, becoming a cautionary symbol of disobedience and reluctance to leave behind worldly attachments.
Biography
Gen.11.27 mentions an unnamed woman who was the wife of Lot, Abraham's nephew. She was the daughter-in-law of Terah, Abraham's father. The Bible does not provide any further details about her life or her relationship with Lot. Her inclusion in the genealogy of Terah's family establishes Lot's marital status and his connection to Abraham's family.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentGenesis 2 verses
- Genesis 19:15
"At daybreak the angels hurried Lot along, saying, “Get up! Take your wife and your two daughters who are here, or you will be swept away in the punishment of the city.”"
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"But Lot’s wife looked back, and she became a pillar of salt."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mentioned | Hebrew | Lot , Abraham's nephew |