Bible Dictionary

Aholiab

A Hebrew proper name meaning "the tent of the father."

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368

Entry Position

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Letter

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Meaning

A Hebrew proper name meaning "the tent of the father."

Key Scriptures

  • Exodus 31:1-11
  • Exodus 35:30-35
  • Exodus 36:1-2
  • Exodus 38:23
  • 1 Chronicles 2:20
  • 2 Chronicles 1:5

Original Language

Hebrew

אָהֳלִיאָב

Oholiab

tent of the father

Meaning

Aholiab is a Hebrew proper name meaning “the tent of the father.”


Biblical Usage

In Scripture, Aholiab was the son of Ahisamach of the tribe of Dan.

He was appointed with Bezalel to assist in the work of the tabernacle and its furnishings and was skilled in engraving, design, and embroidery.


Key References

  • Exodus 31:1-11
  • Exodus 35:30-35
  • Exodus 36:1-2
  • Exodus 38:23
  • 1 Chronicles 2:20
  • 2 Chronicles 1:5

  • Bezalel
  • Ahisamach
  • Tabernacle
  • Craftsmanship
  • Tribe of Dan

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Scriptures

  • Exodus 31:1-11
  • Exodus 35:30-35
  • Exodus 36:1-2
  • Exodus 38:23
  • 1 Chronicles 2:20
  • 2 Chronicles 1:5

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