Zebulun

Definition

Zebulun was Jacob’s tenth son. He was Leah’s sixth son. His descendants became one of the tribes of Israel.

• The tribe descended from him was known as the “tribe of Zebulun” or “Zebulun.”
• The meaning of the name Zebulun is unknown, but it is similar to a Hebrew word probably meaning “to honor” or “to dwell.”
• The tribe of Zebulun settled in northwest Canaan, bordered by the lands of Naphtali, Issachar, Manasseh, and Asher.

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(See also: twelve tribes of Israel, Jacob, Leah)

Bible References

• Exodus 1:1-5
• Genesis 30:20
• Isaiah 9:1
• Judges 4:10
• Matthew 4:13
• Matthew 4:16

Word Data

• Strong’s: H2074, H2075, G21940