Naaman נַעֲמָן
A son of Benjamin.
Who is Naaman in the Bible?
Naaman was a son of Benjamin mentioned in the genealogies of Genesis 46:21 and 1 Chronicles 8:2, also known as Nohah. He is listed among Benjamin's sons who descended into Egypt with Jacob and his family during the period of the patriarchs. The variation between the names Naaman and Nohah likely reflects differences in pronunciation or transcription that occurred over time. While Naaman appears in the biblical records that trace the lineage of the tribe of Benjamin, no additional details about his life or accomplishments are recorded in Scripture, making his primary significance his role as an ancestor within the genealogical line of Israel's tribes.
Biography
Naaman, also referred to as Nohah, appears in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin in Gen.46.21 and 1Ch.8.2. He is listed among the sons of Benjamin who went down to Egypt with Israel (or 'Jacob') and his family.
The mention of Naaman in these genealogies serves to establish his place within the family line of Benjamin and his role as one of the ancestors of the Benjamite tribe. The genealogies in Genesis and 1 Chronicles provide a record of the descendants of Jacob, who became the twelve tribes of Israel.
The variation in the name between Naaman and Nohah may be due to differences in pronunciation or transcription over time. Despite this difference, both references clearly identify him as a son of Benjamin.
Apart from being listed in these genealogies, no further information is provided about Naaman's life, character, or specific role within the tribe. His significance lies primarily in his place within the family line of Benjamin and his contribution to the growth and development of the tribe in its early stages.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Bela Tribe of ReubenSon of AzazA Reubenite, son of Azaz.View full profile →
- Becher Tribe of BenjaminSon of BenjaminSon of Benjamin, listed among those who entered Egypt.View full profile →
- Ashbel Tribe of BenjaminSon of BenjaminSon of Benjamin, founder of the Ashbelite clanView full profile →
- Gera Tribe of BenjaminSon of BelaSon of Bela, grandson of Benjamin.View full profile →
- Rosh Tribe of BenjaminSon of BenjaminSon of Benjamin, grandson of JacobView full profile →
- Muppim Tribe of BenjaminSon of BenjaminA son of Benjamin.View full profile →
- Huppim Tribe of Benjamin(?)Son of IrA descendant of Manasseh.View full profile →
- Ard Tribe of BenjaminSon of BenjaminSon of Benjamin, brother of BelaView full profile →
- Ahiram Tribe of BenjaminSon of BenjaminSon of Benjamin, founder of the Ahiramite clanView full profile →
- Jediael Tribe of BenjaminBenjamin leaderSon of Benjamin, head of a clanView full profile →
In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 1 verse
- Genesis 46:21
"The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard."
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1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 8:2
"Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | נַעֲמָן |
| Named | Hebrew | נוֹחָה |