Meaning
Noah is a Hebrew proper name meaning “rest” or “comfort.”
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, Noah was a descendant of Seth who built the ark according to God’s instructions.
He and his family survived the Flood, and he became the ancestor of the nations descended from his sons.
Noah is mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments.
Key References
- Genesis 5:28-32
- Genesis 6-9
- Ezekiel 14:14
- Matthew 24:37-39
- Luke 17:26-27
- Hebrews 11:7
- 1 Peter 3:20
- 2 Peter 2:5
Related Terms
- Ark
- Flood
- Seth
- Genealogy