Ram רָם
Ancestor of Elihu, who spoke to Job
Who is Ram in the Bible?
Ram was an ancestor of Elihu, the young man who spoke to Job during his trials, as mentioned in Job 32:2. Elihu was identified as "the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram," indicating that Ram came from a lineage of some respect and standing. Beyond this genealogical reference, the Bible provides no additional details about Ram himself or his personal history. His significance lies primarily in his connection to Elihu, whose passionate speeches to Job addressed themes of God's justice, wisdom, and the purpose of human suffering.
This kindled the anger of Elihu son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram. He burned with anger against Job for justifying himself rather than God,
Biography
Ram is mentioned in the book of Job as an ancestor of Elihu, the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram (Job.32.2). Elihu was one of the men who came to comfort Job during his affliction and ended up speaking to him about God's justice and sovereignty. The mention of Ram in Elihu's lineage suggests that he was from a respected family. However, no further details are provided about Ram himself in the Bible.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical bookJob 1 verse
- Job 32:2
"This kindled the anger of Elihu son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram. He burned with anger against Job for justifying himself rather than God,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | רָם |