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    Valerian

    Pronounced vah-LEER-ee-un

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    Not found in the KJV text — No — the name Valerian does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Strong; Healthy; Valiant", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Valerian.
    Meaning
    "Strong; Healthy; Valiant"
    Origin
    Latin

    Valerian is valiant — and the valiant are strengthened by God. 'The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?' Valerian's valor comes from knowing the LORD is with him.

    Spiritual meaning

    Valerian fears nothing — the LORD on his side, heart strengthened, good courage commanded, the valiant one who waits on God and finds fearlessness.

    Related verses (KJV)

    • "The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?"

      Psalm 118:6 (KJV) →

    • "Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD."

      Psalm 27:14 (KJV) →
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