Bible Dictionary
Naham
Naham was a Judahite leader or ancestor associated with Keilah the Garmite. The biblical passage concerning him is obscure.
Definition
Naham was a Judahite figure associated with Keilah the Garmite. The supplied material calls him a chieftain and father of Keilah, while also noting that the biblical passage is obscure.
Biblical Usage
Naham is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:19 in a genealogical context.
Historical Background
The name is explained as meaning “consolation” or “comfort.”
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(consolation), the brother of Modiah or Jehudiah, wife of Ezra. (1 Chronicles 4:19)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>na'-ham (nacham, "comfort"): A Judahite chieftain, father of Keilah the Garmite (1Ch 4:19); the passage is obscure.</p>