אוּזָל (u.zal)
u.zal
Uzal
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Uzal appears in just two biblical verses, Genesis 10:27 and 1 Chronicles 1:20, where it identifies a man from the time of the Patriarchs. He is listed as the sixth son of Joktan and one of twelve brothers, including notable figures like Sheba and Ophir. In these genealogical records, Uzal serves primarily to map the lineage and spread of Joktan’s descendants.
Lexical sources provide the meaning "I shall be flooded" for this proper noun. While the name itself is rare in Scripture, its inclusion alongside brothers associated with distant lands highlights the extensive reach of Joktan’s family line across the ancient Near East during the era of early human expansion.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Names in Scripture often feel like distant footnotes, yet they carry weight. Uzal appears in Genesis and Chronicles as a son of Joktan, part of a large family that spread across the ancient Near East. These lists are not just records; they show how God’s presence extended through ordinary families into every corner of the earth.
When you read these names, remember that each person represents a life known to God. The inclusion of Uzal alongside brothers linked to distant lands reminds us that no one is too small or too far from God’s care. His name, meaning 'I shall be flooded,' may hint at abundance or blessing, pointing to the fullness of life God provides.
Today, this word invites you to see yourself in these ancient lines. You are part of a story that stretches back and forward, held by a Creator who knows every name. Trust that your place in His plan is secure, just as Uzal’s was recorded for all time.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Uzal2×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- אוּזָ֖ל2×
Key Verses
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Genesis 10:27
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,
This verse places Uzal in the Table of Nations, showing how Joktan’s family contributed to the early peopling of the earth.
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I Chronicles 1:21
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,
Here, the chronicler repeats the lineage to affirm Israel’s connection to these ancient patriarchs and their widespread influence.