Jemimah יְמִימָה
One of Job's daughters born after his restoration.
Who is Jemimah in the Bible?
Jemimah was the first of three daughters born to Job after God restored his fortunes following his trials and suffering, as recorded in Job 42:14. Her name means "dove" or "warm," possibly symbolizing the peace and comfort that returned to Job's life. Along with her sisters Keziah and Keren-happuch, Jemimah was noted for her exceptional beauty, and remarkably, Job granted her an inheritance alongside her brothers, which was culturally unusual for that time period. Jemimah's mention in the biblical account underscores the completeness of Job's restoration and the abundance of God's blessings upon him after his season of profound affliction.
He named his first daughter Jemimah, his second Keziah, and his third Keren-happuch.
Biography
Jemimah is mentioned in the book of Job as one of the three daughters born to him after God restored his fortunes. She was the first daughter, followed by Keziah and Keren-happuch. The name Jemimah means "dove" or "warm," possibly signifying the peace and comfort that came to Job's life after his trials. The Bible notes that Job's daughters were the most beautiful women in all the land, and he granted them an inheritance along with their brothers, which was unusual in that culture. Jemimah's presence in the story emphasizes the completeness of Job's restoration and the blessings he received after his period of suffering.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical bookJob 1 verse
- Job 42:14
"He named his first daughter Jemimah, his second Keziah, and his third Keren-happuch."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְמִימָה |
Jemimah
on the coast of Palestine; mentioned among those affected by the expedition of Holofernes (Judith 2:28; 3:1 ff). The name is used for Jabniel, generally called "Jamnia" by the Greek writer