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Every named person in the Bible, from Abraham to the apostles, with the verses that name them and the relationships behind each one.
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Abraham
Abraham, first called Abram, was the patriarch whom God called out of Ur to a land He would show him, promising him descendants, a great name, and blessing for all the families of the earth. Genesis says he believed God and it was credited to him as righteousness.
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Adam
Adam was the first human being, formed by God from the dust of the ground and placed in the garden of Eden to work and keep it. With Eve he disobeyed God's one command and was sent out of the garden. Genesis, Luke's genealogy, and Paul's letters all treat him as the head of the human family.
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David
David was the shepherd from Bethlehem who became Israel's second king. God promised him a house and a throne that would endure forever, and many psalms are attributed to him. The Gospels present Jesus as the Son of David, the promised heir to that throne.
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Elijah
Elijah was the prophet from Tishbe in Gilead who confronted King Ahab and the prophets of Baal, was fed by ravens and by a widow in Zarephath, raised the widow's son, and was taken up to heaven in a whirlwind. Malachi promised his return before the Day of the Lord, and Jesus identified John the Baptist with that promise.
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Eve
Eve was the first woman, made by God from Adam's side as his partner and named by him because she would be the mother of all the living. Deceived by the serpent, she ate the forbidden fruit and gave it to her husband. God's promise that her offspring would crush the serpent is spoken in her hearing.
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Gabriel
Gabriel is the angel who explains visions to Daniel and who, in Luke, announces the births of John to Zechariah in the temple and of Jesus to Mary in Nazareth. He describes himself as one who stands in the presence of God and is sent to bring good news.
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Isaiah
Isaiah was the prophet in Jerusalem during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah whose book the New Testament quotes more than any other prophet. His oracles of the virgin's son, the light in Galilee, the Spirit-anointed preacher, and the suffering servant are read by the Gospels as fulfilled in Jesus.
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Jacob
Jacob was the younger twin son of Isaac, grandson of Abraham, who received the birthright and blessing and was renamed Israel after wrestling with God. His twelve sons became the tribes of Israel, and in old age he brought the whole family down to Egypt.
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Jesus
Jesus of Nazareth is the center of the Christian faith and of FaithGraph. The Gospels present Him as the promised Messiah of Israel, the eternal Word made flesh, who taught, healed, was crucified under Pontius Pilate, rose bodily on the third day, and commissioned His followers to carry the good news to all nations.
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Jonah
Jonah was the prophet from Gath-hepher sent to preach in Nineveh. He fled by sea, was swallowed by a great fish for three days and three nights, and after his deliverance preached to Nineveh, which repented. Jesus named the sign of Jonah as the one sign His generation would receive.
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Judah
Judah was the fourth son of Jacob and Leah, the ancestor of the tribe that gave Israel its kings. Jacob's blessing promised that the scepter would not depart from Judah, and through his son Perez the line runs to Boaz, Jesse, and David.
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Moses
Moses was the Levite child drawn out of the Nile and raised in Pharaoh's house, whom God called at the burning bush to bring Israel out of Egypt. He led the people through the sea, received the law at Sinai, and guided them for forty years to the edge of the promised land.
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Noah
Noah was the righteous man whom God chose to preserve life through the flood. He built an ark at God's command, brought his family and the animals inside, and after the waters receded received God's covenant never again to destroy the earth by flood, sealed by the rainbow.
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Solomon
Solomon was David's son by Bathsheba who succeeded him as king, asked God for wisdom, and built the first temple in Jerusalem. His reign was the height of Israel's peace and wealth, but his foreign marriages and idolatry led God to announce the division of the kingdom after his death.
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Ibhar
Ibhar was one of the sons born to David in Jerusalem, as recorded in 2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at 2 Samuel 5:15.
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Ibneiah
Ibneiah, a descendant of Benjamin, was one of the Israelites who resettled in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 9:8.
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Ibnijah
Ibnijah, a descendant of Benjamin, was one of the Israelites who resettled in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 9:8.
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Ibri
Ibri was a Levite of the family of Merari, mentioned in the context of the divisions of the Levitical priests during the reign of King David. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 24:27.
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Ibsam
Ibsam was a descendant of Issachar, mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Issachar in 1 Chronicles. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 7:2.
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Ibzan
Ibzan was a judge of Israel who led the nation for seven years, had thirty sons and thirty daughters, and was buried in Bethlehem. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Judges 12:8.
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Ichabod
Ichabod was the son of Phinehas, born when the ark of God was captured by the Philistines and named to reflect the departure of glory from Israel. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Samuel 4:21.
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Idbash
Idbash was a descendant of Judah, mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Judah in 1 Chronicles. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 4:3.
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Iddo
Iddo, the son of Zechariah, was a leader of the half-tribe of Manasseh during King David's reign. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 27:21.
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Iddo
Iddo (or Adaiah), a Levite in the genealogy of the temple singers. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Chronicles 6:21.
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Iddo
Iddo, the son of Abinadab, was an official in Mahanaim during King Solomon's reign. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Kings 4:14.
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Iddo
Iddo, a seer and prophet who recorded the events of the reigns of Solomon, Rehoboam, and Abijah. Mentioned in 3 verses across 1 book, first at 2 Chronicles 9:29.
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Iddo
Iddo, the grandfather of the prophet Zechariah, was a priest and prophet in post-exilic Judah. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at Ezra 5:1.
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Iddo
Iddo was a prophet in Casiphia to whom Ezra sent a message requesting Levites to assist in the temple service. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Ezra 8:17.
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Igal
Igal was a descendant of King David, mentioned in the genealogy of David's descendants through his son Jeconiah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 3:22.
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Igal
Igal son of Nathan of Zobah was listed among David's mighty warriors known for their military prowess and bravery. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Samuel 23:36.
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Igal
Igal son of Joseph, from the tribe of Issachar, was one of the twelve scouts sent by Moses to explore Canaan. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Numbers 13:7.
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Igdaliah
Igdaliah, a man of God, was associated with a chamber in the house of the Lord during the time of the prophet Jeremiah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Jeremiah 35:4.
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Ikkesh
Ikkesh the Tekoite was the father of Ira, one of King David's mighty warriors and a leader in his army. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at 2 Samuel 23:26.
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Imlah
Imlah was the father of Micaiah, a prophet who spoke the truth to King Ahab of Israel, despite the king's displeasure. Mentioned in 4 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Kings 22:8.
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Immer
Immer was the name of a priestly division during the time of David, and his descendants served as priests in the post-exilic period. Mentioned in 5 verses across 4 books, first at 1 Chronicles 24:14.
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Immer
The descendants of Immer were a priestly family who lived in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, as recorded in 1 Chronicles and Nehemiah. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 1 Chronicles 9:12.
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Immer
Immer was one of the people who helped repair the wall of Jerusalem during Nehemiah's time. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Nehemiah 3:29.
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Imna
Imna was a descendant of Asher, mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Asher in 1 Chronicles. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 7:35.
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Imnah
Imnah, a Levite, was appointed as an overseer of the freewill offerings during the religious reforms of King Hezekiah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Chronicles 31:14.
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Imnah
Imnah was a son of Asher and the ancestor of the Imnite clan within the tribe of Asher. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Numbers 26:44.
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Imrah
Imrah was a descendant of Asher, mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Asher in 1 Chronicles. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 7:36.
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Imri
Imri, a descendant of Perez from the tribe of Judah, was among those who settled in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 9:4.
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Imri
Imri was the father of Zaccur, who helped rebuild the wall of Jerusalem. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Nehemiah 3:2.
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Iphdeiah
Iphdeiah was a descendant of Benjamin through Shashak. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 8:25.
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Ir
Ir was a son of Bela and descendant of Benjamin. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 7:12.
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Ira
Ira the Jairite was a priest under King David. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Samuel 20:26.
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Ira
Ira the Tekoite was one of King David's Thirty mighty warriors. Mentioned in 3 verses across 2 books, first at 2 Samuel 23:26.
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Ira
Ira the Ithrite was one of King David's Thirty mighty warriors. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 2 Samuel 23:38.
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Irad
Irad was a descendant of Cain and the father of Mehujael. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Genesis 4:18.
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Iram
Iram was an Edomite chief, a descendant of Esau. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Genesis 36:43.
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Iri
Iri was a son of Bela and grandson of Benjamin. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 7:7.
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Irijah
Irijah, a captain, arrested Jeremiah on suspicion of desertion to the Babylonians. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at Jeremiah 37:13.
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Iru
Iru was a son of Caleb, along with his brothers Elah and Naam. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 4:15.
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Isaac
Isaac was the son of Abraham and Sarah, and the father of Jacob and Esau. God made a covenant with him, renewing the promises given to Abraham. Mentioned in 123 verses across 21 books, first at Genesis 17:19.
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Iscah
Iscah was the daughter of Haran and sister of Milcah and Lot. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Genesis 11:29.
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Ish-bosheth
Ish-bosheth (also called Eshbaal), Saul's son, was made king over Israel by Abner but was ultimately assassinated, leading to David's rule over all Israel. Mentioned in 12 verses across 2 books, first at 2 Samuel 2:8.
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Ishbah
Ishbah's sons were the father (ie founder) of Eshtemoa and Keilah, mentioned in the genealogy of Judah.. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 4:17.
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Ishbak
Ishbak was a son of Abraham and his concubine Keturah. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Genesis 25:2.
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Ishbi-benob
Ishbi-benob, a Philistine giant, was killed by David's warrior Abishai when he threatened David's life. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Samuel 21:16.
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Ishhod
Ishhod was the son of Hammoleketh, who was the sister of Manasseh. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 7:18.
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Ishi
Ishi was a descendant of Judah through Appaim. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 2:31.
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Ishi
Ishi was a son of Shimon, a descendant of Judah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 4:20.
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Ishi
Ishi was one of the leaders of the Simeonites who attacked the Hamites in Gedor during the days of Hezekiah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 4:42.
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Ishi
Ishi was a head of a father's house in the half-tribe of Manasseh. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 5:24.
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Ishma
Ishma was a son of Hur, a descendant of Judah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 4:3.
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Ishmael
Ishmael was a descendant of Benjamin through King Saul's line. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Chronicles 8:38.
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Ishmael
Ishmael son of Jehohanan was a leader in Judah during King Jehoshaphat's reign. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Chronicles 19:11.
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Ishmael
Ishmael was the son of Jehohanan, who supported Jehoiada in making Joash king. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Chronicles 23:1.
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Ishmael
Ishmael, son of Nethaniah, assassinated Gedaliah the governor and led captives to Ammon before being pursued by Johanan. Mentioned in 21 verses across 2 books, first at 2 Kings 25:23.
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Ishmael
Ishmael was a priest who had married a foreign woman and pledged to put her away during Ezra's reforms. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Ezra 10:22.
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Ishmael
Ishmael, the son of Abraham and Hagar, was the ancestor of various Arab tribes. Though not the chosen heir, he was still blessed by God. Mentioned in 27 verses across 5 books, first at Genesis 16:11.
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Ishmaiah
Ishmaiah the Gibeonite was a mighty warrior among the Thirty who joined David at Ziklag. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 12:4.
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Ishmaiah
Ishmaiah son of Obadiah was the leader of the tribe of Zebulun during King David's reign. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 27:19.
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Ishmerai
Ishmerai was a descendant of Benjamin through Elpaal. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 8:18.
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Ishpah
Ishpah was a descendant of Benjamin through Beriah. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 8:16.
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Ishpan
Ishpan was a descendant of Benjamin through Shashak. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 8:22.
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Ishvah
Ishvah was a son of Asher and grandson of Jacob. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Genesis 46:17.
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Ishvi
Ishvi (or Isui) was a son of Asher and grandson of Jacob. Mentioned in 3 verses across 3 books, first at Genesis 46:17.
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Ismachiah
Ismachiah was one of the overseers appointed by King Hezekiah during the restoration of the temple and its services. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 2 Chronicles 31:13.
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Issachar
Issachar was a son of Obed-Edom, a gatekeeper in the time of King David. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 26:5.
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Issachar
Issachar was the ninth son of Jacob and fifth by Leah, and he became the forefather of the Israelite tribe of Issachar. Mentioned in 40 verses across 11 books, first at Genesis 30:18.
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Isshiah
Isshiah the Korahite was one of the warriors who joined David at Ziklag. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 12:6.
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Isshiah
Isshiah was a Levite, the son of Rehabiah and grandson of Moses, who served during King David's reign. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Chronicles 23:20.
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Isshiah
Isshiah (or Jeshaiah) was a Levite, a descendant of Rehabiah, who served during King David's reign. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Chronicles 24:21.
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Isshiah
Isshiah was a son of Izrahiah and a descendant of Issachar. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 7:3.
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Isshijah
Isshijah, a descendant of Harim, was among those who agreed to put away their foreign wives during Ezra's reforms. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Ezra 10:31.
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Ithamar
Ithamar was the fourth and youngest son of Aaron, who served as a priest alongside his brothers Nadab, Abihu, and Eleazar. Mentioned in 20 verses across 5 books, first at Exodus 6:23.
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Ithiel
Ithiel, a descendant of Benjamin, was among those who settled in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Nehemiah 11:7.
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Ithiel
Ithiel is mentioned twice in Proverbs 30:1, but the meaning and context of the name are uncertain. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Proverbs 30:1.
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Ithmah
Ithmah the Moabite was one of the mighty warriors in David's army. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 11:46.
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Ithran
Ithran (or Jether) was a descendant of Asher, the son of Zophah. Mentioned in 2 verses across 1 book, first at 1 Chronicles 7:37.
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Ithran
Ithran was a descendant of Esau and son of Dishon the Horite. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at Genesis 36:26.
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Ithream
Ithream was a son of David, born to him in Hebron by his wife Eglah. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 2 Samuel 3:5.
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Ittai
Ittai the Gittite was a commander who remained loyal to David during Absalom's rebellion. Mentioned in 6 verses across 1 book, first at 2 Samuel 15:19.
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Ittai
Ittai, one of King David's mighty men, was from Gibeah of Benjamin. Mentioned in 2 verses across 2 books, first at 2 Samuel 23:29.
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Izhar
Izhar was a descendant of Asher mentioned among the genealogies of the twelve tribes of Israel. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 4:7.
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Izhar
Izhar (or Amminadab), son of Kohath and father of Korah, was a Levite. Mentioned in 14 verses across 3 books, first at Exodus 6:18.
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Izliah
Izliah was a Benjamite, one of the sons of Elpaal. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 8:18.
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Izrahiah
Izrahiah, a son of Uzzi, was a descendant of Issachar and a clan head. Mentioned once in Scripture, at 1 Chronicles 7:3.
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Izziah
Izziah, a descendant of Parosh, was among those who agreed to put away their foreign wives during Ezra's reforms. Mentioned once in Scripture, at Ezra 10:25.
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