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Christian Name · Greek Origin
Phaedra Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Phaedra
girl
Phaedra means "Bright; Radiant", a girl's name of Greek origin. The name Phaedra does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Phaedra shines as the sun — righteous in the Father's kingdom, going forth in might, the radiant one whose love for God makes her luminous.
Is Phaedra in the Bible?
No — the name Phaedra does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Bright; Radiant", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Phaedra.
Pronunciation:/FAY-drah/
OriginGreek
MeaningBright; Radiant
What does Phaedra mean?
Phaedra is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Bright; Radiant". Phaedra is radiant — and the righteous shine forth as the sun. 'Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father.' Phaedra's radiance is the reflected glory of God's eternal kingdom.
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What does Phaedra mean in the Bible?
Phaedra means "Bright; Radiant" and is a name of Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Phaedra is radiant — and the righteous shine forth as the sun. 'Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father.' Phaedra's radiance is the reflected glory of God's eternal kingdom.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Phaedra?
Phaedra is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Bright; Radiant" — not because Scripture names anyone Phaedra.
"So let all thine enemies perish, O LORD: but let them that love him be as the sun when he goeth forth in his might."
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Which books of the Bible mention Phaedra?
Phaedra is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Phaedra?
Phaedra shines as the sun — righteous in the Father's kingdom, going forth in might, the radiant one whose love for God makes her luminous.
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Phaedra name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Phaedra
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Phaedra?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Phaedra?
You can read every verse where Phaedra 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.