"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven."
Christian Name · Greek Origin
Elara Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Elara
girl
Elara means "Bright; Shining light", a girl's name of Greek origin. The name Elara does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Elara shines as the brightness of the firmament — light before men, good works glorifying the Father in heaven.
Is Elara in the Bible?
No — the name Elara does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Bright; Shining light", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Elara.
Pronunciation:/eh-LAR-uh/
OriginGreek
MeaningBright; Shining light
What does Elara mean?
Elara is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Bright; Shining light". Elara is the shining light — the radiance Christ commands His followers to display. 'Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.'
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What does Elara mean in the Bible?
Elara means "Bright; Shining light" and is a name of Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Elara is the shining light — the radiance Christ commands His followers to display. 'Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.'
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Elara?
Elara is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Bright; Shining light" — not because Scripture names anyone Elara.
"And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament."
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Which books of the Bible mention Elara?
Elara is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Elara?
Elara shines as the brightness of the firmament — light before men, good works glorifying the Father in heaven.
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Elara name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Elara
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Elara?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Elara?
You can read every verse where Elara appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.