Original Word: נַחְשׁוֹן
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Nachshown
Pronunciation: Nakh-shone
Phonetic Spelling: (nakh-shone')
Definition: Nachshon
Meaning: Nachshon is a proper noun used as a masculine name, meaning "enchanter" or "oracle."

Word Origin: Derived from the root נָחַשׁ (nachash), which means "to practice divination" or "to observe signs."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry for Nachshon is Strong's G3476, Ναασσών (Naasson). This name appears in the genealogy of Jesus Christ in the New Testament, specifically in the Gospel of Matthew 1:4, where Naasson is listed as an ancestor of Jesus, affirming his role in the messianic line.

Usage: The name Nachshon appears in the Hebrew Bible as a significant figure in the lineage of Judah. He is noted for his role in the genealogy of King David and, by extension, Jesus Christ.

Context: Nachshon is a prominent biblical figure mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Judah. He is the son of Amminadab and the brother-in-law of Aaron, Moses' brother, through his sister Elisheba. Nachshon is recognized as the leader of the tribe of Judah during the Israelites' wilderness journey after the Exodus from Egypt. His leadership is highlighted in the Book of Numbers, where he is listed as the head of the tribe of Judah and the one who presented offerings at the dedication of the altar (Numbers 7:12). Nachshon is also noted in the genealogical records in the Book of Ruth (Ruth 4:20-22) and the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 1:4) as an ancestor of King David, establishing his significance in the messianic lineage. His name is often associated with courage and initiative, as Jewish tradition holds that he was the first to enter the Red Sea before it parted, demonstrating faith and leadership.

Word Origin
from the same as nachash
Definition
brother-in-law of Aaron
NASB Translation
Nahshon (10).

נַחְשׁוֺן proper name, masculine son of Aminadab, of Judah, brother-in-law of Aaron Exodus 6:23; Numbers 1:7; Numbers 2:3; Numbers 7:12,17; Numbers 10:14 (all P), Ruth 4:20 (twice in verse); 1 Chronicles 2:10,11 ᵐ5 Ναασσων (DHM^{ZMG xxxvii (1888), 15} compare Sabean tribal name נחסן).

Naashon, Nahshon

From nachash; enchanter; Nachshon, an Israelite -- Naashon, Nahshon.

see HEBREW nachash

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