"The name Hamor appears in the biblical narrative."
Scripture (KJV)
Biblical Name · Hebrew Origin
Hamor Meaning in the Bible
Hamor
boy
Hamor means "Donkey or clay", a boy's name of Hebrew origin. Hamor appears in the King James Bible, and Scripture is the passage most often tied to it. The name Hamor, meaning 'Donkey or clay', carries spiritual significance rooted in Scripture.
Is Hamor in the Bible?
Yes — Hamor appears in the King James Bible, including Scripture.
Pronunciation:/HAY-mor/
OriginHebrew
MeaningDonkey or clay
What does Hamor mean?
Hamor is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Donkey or clay". A Hivite prince whose story appears in Genesis 34 connected to Dinah.
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What does Hamor mean in the Bible?
Hamor means "Donkey or clay" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
A Hivite prince whose story appears in Genesis 34 connected to Dinah.
Where does Hamor appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Hamor is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Scripture. Each verse is quoted in full below.
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What is the spiritual meaning of Hamor?
The name Hamor, meaning 'Donkey or clay', carries spiritual significance rooted in Scripture.
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Hamor name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Hamor appears in the King James Bible, including Scripture.
Hamor means "Donkey or clay." It is a Hebrew name. The King James Bible uses it in Scripture, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Hebrew. Hamor comes into English from Hebrew and carries the sense "Donkey or clay." It appears in the King James Bible, including Scripture.
Common questions about the name Hamor
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Hamor?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Hamor?
You can read every verse where Hamor 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.