Son of Caleb, from the tribe of Judah.
Naam
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 4:15.
נָ֑עַםNaam
The name means “fair; pleasant.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Caleb
- People
- Tribe of Judah
About Naam Written by AI
Naam is mentioned briefly in 1 Chronicles 4:15 as one of the sons of Caleb, who was a prominent figure from the tribe of Judah. This reference appears in a genealogical record that traces the descendants of Judah, providing insight into the family lines within the tribe. Caleb, Naam's father, is known for his faithfulness to God during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings. He, along with Joshua, was one of the twelve spies sent to explore the land of Canaan (Numbers 13-14). Caleb and Joshua were the only two spies who encouraged the Israelites to trust God and enter the Promised Land. Apart from being listed as a son of Caleb, no additional information is provided about Naam's life, character, or role within the tribe of Judah. His mention in the genealogy serves primarily to highlight his lineage and his connection to Caleb, a significant figure in Israel's history. The inclusion of Naam in the genealogical record demonstrates the importance of family heritage and tribal identity in ancient Israelite society. These records helped establish the legitimacy of land claims and leadership roles within the community, as well as preserving the history of God's chosen people.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
Pleasantness, one of the three sons of Caleb, the son of Jephunneh (1 Chr. 4:15).
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 4:15
The sons of Caleb son of Jephunneh: Iru, Elah, and Naam. The son of Elah: Kenaz.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.