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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Jaroah</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/j/jaroah.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/1_chronicles/5-14.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/j/jaroah.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Jaroah</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/naves/j/jarmuth--a_levitical_city_in_issachar.htm" title="Jarmuth: A Levitical City in Issachar">◄</a> Jaroah <a href="/topical/j/jaro'ah.htm" title="Jaro'ah">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#smi" title="Smith's Bible Dictionary">Smith's</a> • <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div><b>Etymology and Meaning</b> <br>The name "Jaroah" is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is often understood to be "whom God teaches" or "God shows." This reflects a common theme in biblical names where the character or destiny of an individual is tied to their relationship with God.<br><br><b>Biblical References</b> <br>Jaroah is mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Gad, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The specific reference to Jaroah can be found in <a href="/1_chronicles/5-14.htm">1 Chronicles 5:14</a>, which states: "These were the sons of Abihail: Ahi, Shashak, Jeremoth, Jaroah, and Zechariah." <br><br><b>Tribal Affiliation</b> <br>Jaroah is identified as a descendant of Gad, the seventh son of Jacob and Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. The tribe of Gad settled on the eastern side of the Jordan River, in the region known for its fertile land suitable for livestock. This location played a significant role in the tribe's history and interactions with neighboring peoples.<br><br><b>Historical Context</b> <br>The genealogies in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the historical and familial connections of the tribes of Israel. They were compiled after the Babylonian exile, during a time when the Jewish people were re-establishing their identity and heritage. The mention of Jaroah within these genealogies underscores the importance of lineage and the continuity of God's promises to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.<br><br><b>Theological Significance</b> <br>While Jaroah himself is not a prominent figure in biblical narratives, his inclusion in the genealogical records highlights the broader biblical theme of God's faithfulness to His people. Each name in these records represents a link in the chain of God's covenant relationship with Israel. The genealogies remind readers of the importance of heritage, identity, and the fulfillment of divine promises through successive generations.<br><br><b>Cultural and Religious Insights</b> <br>In the ancient Near Eastern context, genealogies were crucial for establishing legal rights, inheritance, and social status. For the Israelites, these records also had a religious dimension, affirming their identity as God's chosen people. The tribe of Gad, to which Jaroah belonged, was known for its warrior spirit and played a significant role in the military campaigns during the conquest of Canaan.<br><br><b>Conclusion</b> <br>The brief mention of Jaroah in the Bible serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of the tribes of Israel and the enduring legacy of God's covenant with His people. Through individuals like Jaroah, the biblical narrative weaves a tapestry of faith, identity, and divine purpose that continues to inspire and instruct believers today.<a name="smi" id="smi"></a><div class="vheading2">Smith's Bible Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Jaroah</span><p>(<i>moon</i>), a chief man of the tribe of Gad (<a href="/1_chronicles/5-14.htm">1 Chronicles 5:14</a>)<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">JAROAH</span><p>ja-ro'-a (yaroach, meaning unknown): A Gadite chief (<a href="/1_chronicles/5-14.htm">1 Chronicles 5:14</a>). But the text is doubtful; see Curtis, Chronicles, 124.<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/3386.htm"><span class="l">3386. Yaroach -- a Gadite</span></a><br><b>...</b> 3385b, 3386. Yaroach. 3387 . a Gadite. Transliteration: Yaroach Phonetic<br> Spelling: (yaw-ro'-akh) Short Definition: <b>Jaroah</b>. <b>...</b> <b>Jaroah</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/3386.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/j/jaroah.htm"><span class="l"><b>Jaroah</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Standard Bible Encyclopedia <b>JAROAH</b>. ja-ro'-a (yaroach, meaning unknown): A Gadite<br> chief (1 Chronicles 5:14). <b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Jaroah</b> (1 Occurrence). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jaroah.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jaro'ah.htm"><span class="l">Jaro'ah (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br>Jaro'ah. <b>Jaroah</b>, Jaro'ah. Jars . Multi-Version Concordance Jaro'ah (1<br> Occurrence). 1 <b>...</b> RSV). <b>Jaroah</b>, Jaro'ah. Jars . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jaro'ah.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jarmuth.htm"><span class="l">Jarmuth (7 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jarmuth.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jehishai.htm"><span class="l">Jehishai (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 5:14 These were the sons of Abihail, the son of Huri, the son of <b>Jaroah</b>,<br> the son of Gilead, the son of Michael, the son of Jeshishai, the son of <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jehishai.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jeshishai.htm"><span class="l">Jeshishai (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 5:14 These were the sons of Abihail, the son of Huri, the son of <b>Jaroah</b>,<br> the son of Gilead, the son of Michael, the son of Jeshishai, the son of <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jeshishai.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jeshish'ai.htm"><span class="l">Jeshish'ai (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 5:14 These 'are' sons of Abihail son of Huri, son of <b>Jaroah</b>, son of<br> Gilead, son of Michael, son of Jeshishai, son of Jahdo, son of Buz; (See RSV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jeshish'ai.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jahdo.htm"><span class="l">Jahdo (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 5:14 These were the sons of Abihail, the son of Huri, the son of <b>Jaroah</b>,<br> the son of Gilead, the son of Michael, the son of Jeshishai, the son of <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jahdo.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/buz.htm"><span class="l">Buz (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 5:14 These were the sons of Abihail, the son of Huri, the son of <b>Jaroah</b>,<br> the son of Gilead, the son of Michael, the son of Jeshishai, the son of <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/buz.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/abihail.htm"><span class="l">Abihail (6 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 5:14 These were the sons of Abihail, the son of Huri, the son of <b>Jaroah</b>,<br> the son of Gilead, the son of Michael, the son of Jeshishai, the son of <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/abihail.htm - 10k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/ab'ihail.htm"><span class="l">Ab'ihail (6 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 5:14 These were the sons of Abihail, the son of Huri, the son of <b>Jaroah</b>,<br> the son of Gilead, the son of Michael, the son of Jeshishai, the son of <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/ab'ihail.htm - 8k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Jaroah (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/5-14.htm">1 Chronicles 5:14</a></span><br />These were the sons of Abihail, the son of Huri, the son of <span class="boldtext">Jaroah</span>, the son of Gilead, the son of Michael, the son of Jeshishai, the son of Jahdo, the son of Buz;<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/j/jaroah.htm">Jaroah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/jaroah--a_descendant_of_gad.htm">Jaroah: A Descendant of Gad</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/j/jarvah.htm">Jarvah</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jars.htm">Jars (28 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jaroah.htm">Jaroah (1 Occurrence)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/naves/j/jarmuth--a_levitical_city_in_issachar.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Jarmuth: A Levitical City in Issachar"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Jarmuth: A Levitical City in Issachar" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/j/jaro'ah.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Jaro'ah"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Jaro'ah" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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