אוֹמָר (o.mar)
o.mar
Omar
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 3 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Omar, spelled אוֹמָר in Hebrew, appears only three times in the Bible, all within genealogical lists in Genesis 36 and 1 Chronicles 1. It identifies a grandson of Esau and son of Eliphaz, placing him among the early leaders of the Edomite clans. The name is traditionally interpreted to mean "speaker" or "eloquent," suggesting a characteristic associated with this ancestor.
While the text provides no narrative details about his life or deeds, the etymology offers a subtle glimpse into how names functioned in ancient Israelite culture. By linking a person’s identity to a trait like eloquence, the genealogy highlights qualities valued within the family line. This concise reference serves primarily to map the lineage of Edom, connecting Esau’s descendants through Eliphaz to subsequent generations.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Omar appears in Scripture as a link in the chain of Esau’s descendants. While the text does not record his personal story, the meaning associated with his name points to communication and expression. In ancient cultures, names often reflected hopes for character or destiny, suggesting that eloquence was a valued trait within this family line.
For us today, these genealogical records remind us that God’s history includes many individuals whose specific stories are not written down. Yet their existence confirms the fulfillment of promises regarding nations and families. We can trust that every life, whether recorded in detail or mentioned briefly, holds significance within God’s broader narrative.
This brief mention invites us to consider how our own words might reflect the character we wish to embody. Just as Omar’s name suggests a capacity for speech, we are called to use our voices in ways that honor the Creator who gave them.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 3 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Omar2×
- and/ Omar1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- אוֹמָ֔ר2×
- וְ/אוֹמָר֙1×
Key Verses
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Genesis 36:11
The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, and Gatam, and Kenaz.
This verse lists Omar as a son of Eliphaz, establishing his direct lineage within the family of Esau.
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Genesis 36:15
These are the chiefs of the sons of Esau: the sons of Eliphaz the firstborn of Esau: chief Teman, chief Omar, chief Zepho, chief Kenaz,
Here Omar is designated as a chief among Esau’s descendants, indicating his leadership role in Edomite society.
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I Chronicles 1:36
The sons of Eliphaz: Teman, Omar, Zephi, Gatam, Kenaz, Timna, and Amalek.
This parallel account in Chronicles reaffirms the genealogical record, ensuring the continuity of Esau’s lineage for later readers.