Bible Dictionary
Jorim
Jorim was an ancestor of Jesus listed in Luke’s genealogy. His name is related to Joram and Jehoram.
Definition
Jorim is the name of an ancestor of Jesus in Luke’s genealogy. The name is related in form and meaning to Joram and Jehoram, “whom Jehovah has exalted.” No further account of his life is supplied.
Biblical Usage
Jorim appears in Luke’s genealogy of Christ.
Historical Background
The name is presented as a form related to Joram and Jehoram.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom Jehovah has exalted), son of Matthat, in the genealogy of Christ. (Luke 3:29)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>jor'-rim (Ioreim from yehoram, yoram): An ancestor of Jesus in Luke's genealogy (Lu 3:29).</p>