761 B
761 B
patriarch
Definition:
The term “patriarch” in the Bible refers to someone who was a founding ancestor of the Jewish people, particularly Abraham, Isaac, or Jacob.
- It also can refer to the twelve sons of Jacob who became the twelve patriarchs of the twelve tribes of Israel.
- The term “patriarch” has a similar meaning to “forefather,” but more specifically refers to the most well-known male ancestral leaders of a people group.
(See also: ancestor, father, forefather)
Bible References:
Word Data:
- Strong’s: H1, H7218, G3966