Meaning
Tamar is a Hebrew proper name meaning “palm tree.”
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, Tamar was the daughter-in-law of Judah.
She bore Perez and Zerah by Judah and is included in the genealogy of Jesus Christ recorded in Matthew.
Key References
- Genesis 38:6-30
- Ruth 4:12
- Matthew 1:3
Related Terms
- Judah
- Er
- Onan
- Perez
- Zerah